Location: New Smyrna Beach
Top Things to do in New Smyrna Beach
10 Museums in New Smyrna Beach That You Shouldn't Miss
New Smyrna Beach is a city in Volusia County, Florida, United States, located on the central east coast of the state, with the Atlantic Ocean to the east. Its population was estimated to be 23,230 in 2013 by the United States Census Bureau. The downtown section of the city is located on the west side of the Indian River and the Indian River Lagoon system. The Coronado Beach Bridge crosses the Intracoastal Waterway just south of Ponce de Leon Inlet, connecting the mainland with the beach on the coastal barrier island.
Restaurants in New Smyrna Beach
1. New Smyrna Museum of History
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 169 reviews
Private Access Program Begins Tuesday, April 20th 2021 The Museum Is Now Open Just For You! Enjoy a private visit to the museum with your friends and family. Beginning April 20th, the museum will be available to you and your guests. 90 minute private access times will be available each Tuesday – Saturday for no charge to members of the Southeast Volusia Historical Society or a $50 donation for non-members. A family membership valid for 1 year will be issued with each paid admission. Visit our website for a link to schedule your visit.
Reviewed By purpleiris2018 - New Smyrna Beach, United States
This place off Canal Street is full of historical artifacts from our long history. We are second oldest city in Florida and full of many extremely interesting facts! This is a definite place to visit when you are in town to learn about our fascinating past!
2. Palms Up Pottery Studio and Gallery
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5.0 based on 51 reviews
Since 1987 we here At Palms Up have been making and selling our functional pots to travelers from all over the world along with other art and hand crafted work from other nationally known artisans. Come and watch us create and make our work right on site here! No worries about getting anything home or to a loved one either.. WE SHIP TOO !!
Reviewed By 24candyc
Overall wonderful experience at Palms Up Pottery. The owner spent a lot of time talking to us, showed us some things he was working on in the back, and held our purchases while we did a little more shopping. Located on Flagler where the businesses give you the feeling of the charming beach town that is New Smyrna Beach.
3. The Bob Ross Art Workshop
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5.0 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By MarieM5513
Learn about getting CERTIFIED to teach the BOB ROSS WAY! Bring a little bit of HAPPINESS to people's lives. 3-week courses offered at various times of the year. Love the paintings and feel the spirit of BOB live on!
4. Eldora State House
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4.5 based on 99 reviews
This newly restored house features the photos and artifacts from the old town of Eldora.
Reviewed By 175wardd - Satellite Beach, United States
This historic site is inside the Canaveral National Seashore park and so has a national park entrance fee for the vehicle. After entering you travel about 1.25 miles (just past the Apollo Visitor’s center to the River Road turnoff on the right-hand side of the road. This road will take you by the parking areas 7 and above. There are signs for the turnoff for this site. I believe that it is about parking lot 8. Parking lot for this location is a fair distance (about 300 yards down the road) from the physical structure and the river. It is a beautifully restored house to museum for the time period. Upon entry we were greeted by a park ranger. He offered and we watched a 13 minute video. Following that we looked at the displays in the first two rooms of the house. The staff member was very friendly. Outside the house there is a dock to the north and a walkway and trail to the south. We did not go very far along the walkway. If you are a Florida history fan, this is a must-see!
5. Galleria di Vetro
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4.5 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By I1408ABpamelac - Parkersburg, United States
Nicole is amazing and their shop is filled with wonderful, unique treasures, it’s THE PLACE to go when you are looking for something special for someone special! Kyle’s has a gift for seeing and replicating the beauty in nature. His jellyfish and seahorses in particular are breathtaking. We had a wonderful experience visiting their shop and Nicole feels like a new old friend! It was such a joy getting to know her. I highly recommend visiting their business on Flagler Street in New Smyrna Beach or shopping their store online.
6. Ring Gallery
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4.5 based on 4 reviews
Ring Gallery is an art gallery located in New Smyrna Beach -the best Island Shopping Adventure. The gallery features fine art scenic photography by award-winning photographer Mike Ring. Our memorable customer service will give you an experience like no other!
7. Fernandez Photography & Arts Gallery NSB
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4.5 based on 7 reviews
The Fernandez Art Gallery NSB is a combination of local art, photography and fair trade crafts from South and Central America, mainly Colombia, Mexico and Peru. Most of our organic jewelry is made of gourds, coconuts, orange peels and the Tagua nut. We also offer photographic services for families, couples, engagements, weddings and senior photo sessions. Thanks for supporting your local artists and helping emerging crafters in third world countries.
8. Atlantic Center for the Arts
9. Clay Gallery
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4.5 based on 2 reviews
10. Mary S. Harrell Black Heritage Museum
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4.5 based on 7 reviews
The Mary S. Harrell Black Heritage Museum is one of a few of its kind in the state of Florida. It houses a collection of photographs, memorabilia, and artifacts that are displayed to educate citizens and students about the history and race relations in small-town Florida over the course of the 20th century.
Reviewed By NeilF810
We were greeted by Mr Jimmy Harrell, the founders husband. He was so welcoming. Mrs. Harrell captured so much of the Black heritage of New Smyrna. I loved her glass collection and the story behind it. I purchased her book so I could read the memoirs of the families. Can you believe that the schools here were not integrated until 1969? It really makes history come alive.
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