Why You Should Go...

Experience the early days of South Florida on the banks of the New River. This historic village tells the story of the river's First Nation People and later pioneers. The New River Inn, a graceful 1905 southern plantation, houses the history museum, which features Seminole Indian archaeology, military, railroad, art, and pioneer exhibits.

The 1907 House Museum is interpreted as if the family will return at any moment for Sunday supper, and the children's room includes antique doll collections and a dollhouse. The Schoolhouse Museum, complete with period wooden desks and late 19th-century teaching tools, showcases how Ivy Cromartie taught the first local children in 1899.

Opt for a self-guided tour of the history museum or a docent-led tour of all three museums daily at 1:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., and 3:00 p.m. Walking tours and New Riverboat tours are also available.

Why You Should Go...

Experience the early days of South Florida on the banks of the New River. This historic village tells the story of the river's First Nation People and later pioneers. The New River Inn, a graceful 1905 southern plantation, houses the history museum, which features Seminole Indian archaeology, military, railroad, art, and pioneer exhibits.

The 1907 House Museum is interpreted as if the family will return at any moment for Sunday supper, and the children's room includes antique doll collections and a dollhouse. The Schoolhouse Museum, complete with period wooden desks and late 19th-century teaching tools, showcases how Ivy Cromartie taught the first local children in 1899.

Opt for a self-guided tour of the history museum or a docent-led tour of all three museums daily at 1:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., and 3:00 p.m. Walking tours and New Riverboat tours are also available.

What You Should Know...

Open: Year-Round

Hours: Closed Today. Opens Tue

10:00am - 4:00pm, Daily

Cost: Less than $25

Payment: Cash, MC, Visa, AMEX

Discounts: Children, Seniors, Students, Military

Access: Wheelchair, Public Transportation, Bicycle

Parking: Free On-site, Street, Bus, Bicycle

Available: Self-Guided Tour, Guided Tour, Private Tour, Kids Activities, Family Restroom, Shuttle Service, Meeting/Conference Rooms, Banquet Facilities, Wi-fi, Gift Shop, Souvenirs

Children 6 and under are free when accompanied by an adult. There is no charge for active and senior military members.

The History Museum self-guided tour costs $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, and $5 for students. The Museum guided tour costs $15 for adults, $12 for seniors, and $7 for students. 

Masks and social distancing are required. Hand sanitizer is readily available and all staff has been trained on new safety and cleanliness protocol. 

The New River Inn, home of the History Museum, was the county's first building listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Paranormal investigators are frequent visitors to the village. These historic buildings are very active with paranormal manifestations.

The King Cromartie House Museum was barged up the river from its original site in 1971, clearing the railroad bridge by 18 inches on either side.