Plan Your Visit
Everything you need for a day at the Center
Find us at Mile Marker 82 on the Islander Resort property in Islamorada.
Hours
Tuesday–Sunday
10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Closed Monday
Admission
Buy ahead
Admission tickets online
Pick your tickets in our online store — checkout happens there, and your confirmation email is your ticket. Tickets are valid any day we’re open. Members, NARM members, active military, and Museums for All guests are admitted free or at their special rate at the desk.
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Getting here
82100 Overseas Highway, Islamorada
The Center is near Mile Marker 82, on the Islander Resort hotel property. Turn into the resort’s main entrance and follow signs to the Center on the north end. Visitor parking is available on the property.
Open in Google MapsThe nonprofit Florida Keys History and Discovery Foundation operates the Center. Islander Resort is a valued partner in our work.
A valued partnership
Staying at the Islander Resort? We’re your neighbors.
The Center stands on the Islander Resort property — a partnership we treasure. The resort provides our home, and the nonprofit Foundation operates the Center independently as the island’s museum. Together we’ve made it easy for every Islander guest to add the story of the Florida Keys to their stay: no driving, no parking hunt, no reservation needed.
Whether you have one free hour or a whole rainy afternoon, there’s something here for you — 7,500 square feet of aquariums, fishing and history exhibits, a theater, a rotating gallery, and a research library, all a short stroll from the pool.
Steps from your room
Walk in from the resort grounds — you’re here before your drink gets warm. Turn in at the resort’s main entrance and follow the signs to the Center on the north end.
Fit it to your stay
Open Tuesday–Sunday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. (closed Mondays). Most guests spend an easy hour or two — a perfect morning outing or a rain-proof escape from the beach.
Bring the whole family
Aquariums and hands-on exhibits for the kids, art and archives for the grown-ups — and if your visit lines up with a lecture, kids’ camp, or special event, you’re welcome to join.
A rainy-day plan, solved
When the weather turns, we’re the answer. Cool off indoors with the reef aquariums and the story of the 1935 hurricane — then head straight back to the resort when the sun returns.
Evenings & events
Our lectures, exhibit openings, and community gatherings are open to Islander guests too — a local night out that starts a few steps from your room.
Groups & reunions
Wedding parties, family reunions, and corporate retreats staying at the resort can arrange private tours and group rates through our group visits team.
Islander front desk & concierge
Welcome materials and current hours are available at the resort’s front desk. For group visits, extended-stay programs, or anything special for Islander guests, our staff is glad to help — call (305) 922-2237 or email info@keysdiscovery.com.
Yes — we’re dog friendly!
Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome to explore the Center with you. Four-legged family members are part of the Florida Keys experience, and Islander Resort guests staying with their pups don’t have to leave anyone behind. Service animals are always welcome.
Reciprocal Membership
The Florida Keys History & Discovery Center is part of the North American Reciprocal Museum Association (NARM). Present a valid membership card showing NARM benefits from a participating museum to receive complimentary admission.
Accessibility
The Center features handicap parking directly in front of the entrance, as well as elevators and accessible restrooms. Call (305) 922-2237 before your visit for the most up-to-date information or to arrange special accommodations.
What to expect
The Center spans 7,500 square feet over two floors, with aquariums, fishing and historical exhibits, a theater, research library, and a rotating gallery. Allow about one to two hours.
Visitor policies & frequently asked questions
Is the Center accessible?
Yes. Accessible parking is available directly in front of the museum, and the Center is equipped with elevators and accessible restrooms. We are committed to making our exhibits and programs welcoming and accessible to all visitors.
What can I bring inside?
Please call before your visit for current guidance on bags, strollers, food, and photography.
Is the Center dog friendly?
Yes! Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome inside and on the grounds. Service animals are always welcome — call ahead with any questions.
I’m staying at the Islander Resort — how do I visit?
Just walk over! The Center is on the resort property, steps from the guest rooms. Drop in during opening hours; admission is listed above.
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