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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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Sunset Cottage
Stay at the Sunset Cottage and enjoy the most beautiful sunsets you’ve ever seen. Watch the seagulls and pelicans fly over the bay and best of all watch the dolphins playfully swim by. Sunset Cottage is a two-story, 4 bedroom, 2 bath bayfront home with gorgeous views. It has a large inground pool facing sunsets on the bay. Also, enjoy fishing…
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St. George Inn
Competitively priced, St George Inn is ideal for guests seeking a quiet, peaceful getaway on a beautiful, St. George Island. This quaint, old southern-style inn, is just a few steps from one of America’s top 10 rated beaches with pristine white sand and crystal clear water. Comfortable accommodations with individually appointed rooms and suites, the inn is within walking distance…
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Boardwalk
Two spacious and luxurious bedrooms, one spacious loft, three bathrooms, directly on the beach with a boardwalk through the dunes, multiple flat Screen TVs, VCRs, and DVDs, free wireless high-speed internet access, plenty of chairs on the beach-overlooking decks, hot and cold outdoor shower. Great central island location, just steps to the island playground, shops, and restaurants. See our ECBYO page for rates and…
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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
Florida Seafood Festival Apalachicola
The Florida Seafood Festival is a two day event annually drawing tens of thousands of visitors to the historic town of Apalachicola in scenic Franklin County. The Festival is held at the mouth of the Apalachicola river under the shady oaks of Apalachicola’s Battery Park. The festival features delicious seafood,…
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Camp Gordon Johnston WWII Museum Commemorates D-Day Carrabelle
Camp Gordon Johnston WWII Museum in Carrabelle is presenting a special exhibit commemorating the anniversary of D-Day. This exhibit will be on display from Tuesday, June 2 until Saturday, July 18. The museum is open every Tuesday through Saturday from 11 am to 5 pm. There is no charge for admission,…
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Apalachicola Waterfront July 3rd Celebration Apalachicola
Beginning at noon on July 3rd at Riverfront Park, and there will be concerts and events during the day with some great local food options available at the park. The fun-filled day will end with an outstanding firework display over the river.
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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.
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