Florida Museum of Natural History - Gainesville, FL
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N 29° 38.162 W 082° 22.188
17R E 367400 N 3279239
The Florida Museum of Natural History is located at the University of Florida in Gainesville, Florida, USA.
Waymark Code: WM34Y6
Location: Florida, United States
Date Posted: 02/10/2008
Published By:Groundspeak Regular Member MikeGolfJ3
Views: 49

The Florida Museum of Natural History is Florida's state museum of natural history, and is dedicated to understanding, preserving, and interpreting biological diversity and cultural heritage. General Admission is free, although donations are gladly accepted. There is a cover charge for special exhibits and the Butterfly Rainforest. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. The history of the museum is available on the internet (visit link).

At the time of posting this waymark, the entrance area of the museum exhibits building was under renovation. However, the museum remains open during the construction, even though the front entrance may be blocked off at times. If the front doors are closed, visitors are instructed to please follow the signs around to the rear of the building to the temporary entrance.

Theme:
Natural History


Street Address:
Florida Museum of Natural History University of Florida Cultural Plaza SW 34th Street and Hull Road PO Box 112710 Gainesville, FL 32611-2710


Food Court: yes

Gift Shop: yes

Hours of Operation:
The museum is open all year, seven days a week except for Thanksgiving and Christmas. Please note: Last tickets sold 30 minutes prior to closing. Monday-Saturday: 10am-5pm Sunday: 1-5pm Closed Thanksgiving & Christmas


Cost: 0.00 (listed in local currency)

Museum Size: Medium

Relevant Web Site: [Web Link]

Visit Instructions:
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