Kick off the holiday season with the Amelia Island Museum of History's festive Home Tours Preview Party. Experience beautifully decorated historic homes, enjoy seasonal treats, and gain insight into the island’s rich past. Read on for all the details!
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Casual strolling; suitable for all fitness levels
Wildlife
History
Amelia Island’s rich history dates back to its founding in the 16th century, with influences from Spanish, French, and British settlers.
Conservation
The event supports local preservation efforts, ensuring the island’s historic architecture and natural beauty are maintained.
Amelia Island Museum of History
Kick off the holiday season with the Amelia Island Museum of History's festive Home Tours Preview Party. Experience beautifully decorated historic homes, enjoy seasonal treats, and gain insight into the island’s rich past. Read on for all the details!
Amelia Island Museum of History preserves and presents the history of Amelia Island from Indigenous heritage through pirate lore and Victorian-era development. Located in historic Fernandina Beach, Florida, the museum offers exhibitions, guided programs, and seasonal events that illuminate the island’s cultural and architectural past.
Visitors can choose traditional museum admission to explore permanent and rotating displays that trace local stories, or join guided experiences led by knowledgeable docents and tour guides. Signature experiences include the Pub Crawl, a 2.5-hour guided walk highlighting downtown Fernandina’s historic pubs and bars; the Ghost Tour, a one-hour evening walk through 14 blocks of cobblestone streets featuring local ghost stories; and the Holiday Home Tours, which showcase beautifully decorated historic homes with docent-led architectural commentary. The Holiday Home Tours Preview Party provides an exclusive first look with light refreshments, and the Graveside Chronicles event offers an intimate seasonal preview of holiday decorations.
Programming balances family-friendly museum admission with adult-oriented guided experiences — the Pub Crawl is for guests 21 and older. The museum’s tours emphasize storytelling and local context, connecting architecture, folklore, and community traditions across guided walks and curated exhibits.
As an established cultural institution in Fernandina Beach, the Amelia Island Museum of History supports visitors’ understanding of the island’s layered past while presenting accessible experiences for history enthusiasts, seasonal visitors, and local residents. Docents and guides lead programs year-round, with special events that highlight local traditions, architecture, and stories, offering educational value to residents, visitors, and local historians in Fernandina Beach, Florida.
Location
Fernandina Beach, FL
Historic downtown location
Tours Offered
6 experiences
Guided walks and seasonal events
Age Policy
21+ (Pub Crawl)
Adult option available
Museum Focus
Local history
Indigenous, pirate, Victorian eras
Reserve museum admission or join a guided tour — explore local history, ghost stories, and holiday traditions in Fernandina Beach.
Arrive early
Get the best views and avoid late-hour crowds by arriving at the start of the event.
Wear comfortable shoes
You'll be walking through multiple homes, so dress for comfort and ease.
Bring your camera
Capture the beautifully decorated interiors and festive ambiance.
Check the weather
Dress appropriately for outdoor and indoor parts of the event, especially if sprinkles occur.
Comfortable Shoes
Sturdy footwear needed for walking between multiple historic homes.
Camera or Smartphone
Capture the festively decorated interiors and outdoor lights.
Layers
Flexible clothing to adapt to indoor temperature and outdoor weather.
Event Ticket
Entry pass required for access to the home tour and festivities.