Location: Fort Pierce
Top Things to do in Fort Pierce
Things to do in Fort Pierce, Florida (FL): The Best Museums
Fort Pierce is a city in and the county seat of St. Lucie County, Florida, United States. It is also known as the Sunrise City, sister to San Francisco, California, the Sunset City. The population was 41,590 at the 2010 census. As of 2012, the population recorded by the U.S. Census Bureau was 42,645. It was named after the Fort Pierce Army post which was built nearby in 1838 during the Second Seminole War. The military post had been named for Benjamin Kendrick Pierce, a career United States Army officer and the brother of President Franklin Pierce.
Restaurants in Fort Pierce
1. Navy Seal Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,298 reviews
Reviewed By Y68JMdavidp - Topeka, United States
This is an outstanding museum you don't want to miss. We spent 4 hours going through all the exhibits. You can see it in half the time if you don't attend the 2 hour movie, but it is a highlight as it provides you the history of the Seals from beginning to present and we learned a lot. I highly recommend it. You will enjoy sitting in a black hawk helicopter, maybe seeing and petting a Navy K9 puppy, seeing Seal Delivery vehicles, maybe trying out the obstacle course, and getting a real appreciation for all the Seals do! You can even dress up for a photo opp!
2. Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute at Florida Atlantic University
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 100 reviews
The Ocean Discovery Visitors Center is a destination where the community can come to learn about the research conducted by the marine scientists, engineers and students at FAU’s Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute. Since its remodel in January 2017, the center houses five educational exhibits including Marine Drug Discovery, Marine Mammal Research & Conservation, Aquaculture & Stock Enhancement, Marine Ecosystem Health and Ocean Engineering. Visitors are welcome to explore these exhibits on their own or participate in a free 30-45 minute interpretive tour provided by a FAU Harbor Branch Graduate Student. The center also features a video theater, aquaria relevant to research topics, interactive displays, a touch tank, gift shop and student information station. While admission and interpretive tours are free, donations are accepted and contribute to Harbor Branch outreach initiatives. Group visits (10 or more people) are also available and must be reserved in advance.
Reviewed By Barby52 - Sebastian, United States
The graduate students that are the tour guides are very knowledgeable and informative. Kids as well as adults will enjoy the touch tank. Lots of really neat sea critters to see and touch. It's amazing what this research has done to continue finding new medical cures. They also have an awesome tour of the campus you can take on a golf cart and after hurricane season passes the lagoon tours will start up. An affordable gift shop is there to get a souvenir of your experience!
3. A. E. Backus Gallery & Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 93 reviews
Reviewed By 1Magalicg - Charleston, United States
A small but very interesting museum on discovering a painter’s life. Connected to a great group of local artists called the Highwaymen. Located in a great area, plenty of free parking, near the water and across from the Manatee house.
4. St. Lucie County Regional History Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 101 reviews
Reviewed By kathieon - Jacksonville, United States
We discovered this museum by accident on the way to Jetty Park and when a rainy day cancelled our plans, we decided to check it out. What a wonderful place to spend some time learning about the history of the area. The volunteers have a wealth of knowledge and were delightful to talk with. It’s truly a gem and definitely worth a visit!
5. Art Mundo
6. Lisa Jill Allison Art Gallery
7. Official Highwaymen Art Gallery
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 5 reviews
