Forest Capital Museum State Park

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Forest Capital State Museum is a 13 acre Florida State Park located 1 mi south of Perry on US 19/US 98. The museum contains displays that recount the history of the forest industry as well as the wildlife of the forest. Adjacent to the museum is the Cracker Homestead built in 1864 that depicts life on a Florida homestead with a house, barn, well, arbor, and garden. The park also hosts the annual Florida Forest Festival event in October, which is a 50+ year tradition.

Recreational activities

Activities include picnicing and viewing the exhibits. The park has three covered picnic pavilions. There is also a playground located in the park.

Hours

The park is open every Thursday through Monday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., except Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day.

Gallery

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