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Take a Video Tour of Our Magnificent Museums
Want a closer look inside the Forgotten Coast’s treasured museums and historical sites? Check out our Museum Video Series hosted by Trinity Hardy. These enlightening videos will take you on a brief tour of each Franklin County museum, including The Raney House Museum, The Orman House Museum, John Gorrie Museum State Park, Carrabelle History Museum and Camp Gordon Johnston WWII Museum, as well as our two historic lighthouses: Cape St. George Light and Crooked River Lighthouse. Discover the rich historical significance of each site and get a glimpse of the unique artifacts, memorabilia and exhibits showcased inside these fascinating museums.
Forgotten Coast Like A Local: Episode 1 - Museums
Forgotten Coast Like A Local - Trailer
Raney House Museum
Carrabelle History Museum
Orman House Museum
Carrabelle Lighthouse Museum
John Gorrie Museum
Estuarine Research Reserve
St. George Lighthouse Museum
Camp Gordon Johnston
RELAX & STAY AWHILE
From a quaint beach cottage to a luxurious beachfront villa, Florida's Forgotten Coast offers a variety of places to stay.
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Tarpon Point Beach House
Tarpon Point Beach House is a family friendly, peaceful getaway in a beach community on Alligator Point 1 mile from Bald Point State Park! The private beach area is ~200 steps from the front door and only for the local residents (no public parking or access). We are a 3 bedroom, 2 bath beach house bungalow that is pet friendly…
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Franklin Inn
Located in Carrabelle, this brand new, thirty room, pet friendly inn features rooms with a king size bed or two queen size beds. All rooms have microwave, refrigerators, 27” flat screen cable TVs, wireless internet and in room coffee. Free boat launch just down the street, only three blocks from numerous marinas.
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Seaside Retreat
This 3,400 square foot five bedroom, four bath Gulf front luxury home is located South of Tallahassee, Florida at Alligator Point, Florida on the Gulf of Mexico, just 40 minutes from the Tallahassee Airport and is available March through August only. The house features granite countertops, tile throughout the bathrooms including floors and showers, stainless steel appliances, hardwood floors in…
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Discover the Forgotten Coast's authentic, Old Florida charm at more than 100 annual events and festivals, that highlight our natural resources, culture and history. Click here to see all events
Carrabelle Culture Crawl Carrabelle
The Carrabelle History Museum is hosting the Carrabelle Culture Crawl on Saturday, March 28 from 10 am to 3 pm. This cultural event is a free celebration of local culture, art, music, history, food, and fun in the heart of downtown Carrabelle. This is a fantastic chance for visitors to…
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Butts & Clucks Cook-Off on the Bay Apalachicola
Join us at Battery Park for a weekend filled with flavor, fun, and fiery competition at the Butts & Clucks Cook-Off on the Bay, Thursday- Saturday, January 22-24, in Apalachicola’s Battery Park. Hosted by the Apalachicola Bay Chamber of Commerce, this award-winning culinary event has been featured on the Food…
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Special Exhibit: Honoring African American Servicemen Carrabelle
Camp Gordon Johnston WWII Museum in Carrabelle is presenting a special exhibit in recognition of Black History Month honoring the service of African-American servicemembers in WWII. This exhibit will open Tuesday, February 3, 2026 and will be on display at the museum until Saturday, February 28, 2026. The museum is…
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That's the word most used to describe Florida's Forgotten Coast.
Follow local guides as they share their tips for how to make the most of your stay on the Forgotten Coast.
Oysters, Music, and Coastal Flavor at the 2026 Apalachicola Cook-Off
Looking for something to enjoy after the holidays? Make plans to attend the 2026 Apalachicola Oyster Cook-Off on Saturday, January 17, held at Riverfront Park…
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Your Guide to Winter Fishing in Franklin County, Florida
Mild winters and fewer crowds make Franklin County, Florida, an excellent destination for anglers. Whether you’re casting inshore, heading offshore, or exploring freshwater spots, the…
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