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Collier Museum at Government Center

History museum·East Naples

Collier County history

About Collier Museum at Government Center

The Collier Museum at Government Center is the main history museum of Collier County, on the Tamiami Trail East. More than 10,000 square feet of galleries tell the story of the area from prehistoric mastodons and the first big-game hunters to the Calusa civilisation, settlers and the Collier era. Outside are native gardens, The Deuce steam engine, the historic Kokomis boat, a swamp buggy, restored Naples cottages, a reconstructed Seminole War fort and a Second World War Sherman tank. It opens Tuesday to Saturday, 9 am to 4 pm.

Why it's on our list

  • Calusa and pioneer history
  • Historic outdoor exhibits
  • Native gardens

Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Collier Museum at Government Center before you go.

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