Finding Florida: Nature and History Come Together at the Tallahassee Museum
[[{“value”:” In a peaceful 52-acre forest of oak, pine, and cypress at the edge of Florida’s capital, the quiet is broken by a pair of honking geese, a snorting horse, and the kinds of woodsy sounds you’d expect of such a sylvan location. Here at Tallahassee Museum, however, there’s more on offer than animal noises and an introduction to the region’s heritage. A startling rustle in the tree canopy overhead and an exhilarated scream breaks the calm. It trails off into the foliage as someone flies past overhead, harnessed to a very high cable threading through the treetops, all part of the museum’s Tallahassee Tree-to-Tree Adventures zipline courses. It becomes quickly clear this isn’t your ordinary non-profit. Yes, you’ll find a visit to this cultural gem educational and even inspiring, but you also have the opportunity to get up close and personal with Florida at heights hitherto unexperienced (and possibly scare yourself just a little in the process). Established in 1957, this museum offers a glimpse into the area’s history, showcasing structures that date back to the 19th century. One of the museum’s highlights is the historic farm, with authentically restored buildings. Each structure is meticulously preserved, allowing visitors to imagine life in early Florida when water was pumped by hand, everyone shared one bedroom, and hurricanes hit without warning. Russell Daws, President/CEO of the Tallahassee Museum, highlights the Museum’s unique appeal, which stems from its expansive outdoor campus. The Museum integrates a biodiverse natural landscape with historic buildings,...
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