Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum
Museums
Coast/Beach
Art, History, Local Culture, Outdoors
Eating: This is NOT a good place to get a meal or snack.
Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum
Every Shell Under the Sun
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3075 Sanibel-Captiva Rd Sanibel, FL 33957 |
+1 239 395 2233 / +1 888 679 6450 Fax: +1 239 395 6706 |
Description
Anyone who has ever brought back a pretty seashell from the beach will find something of interest at Sanibel's Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum. The Shell Museum is the only one in the United States devoted to shells. It houses more than two million specimens and is constantly growing. You can have your own shells identified before learning about the history and formation of shells. Visit displays of fossils, shells in art, jewelry, and architecture and sailor's valentines. Kids can participate in the Children's Learning Lab while adults browse the gift shop. Admission is USD7 for adults aged 17 and up, USD4 for children ages 5-16, children 4 and younger are free.
Times & Dates
Open Hours: 10am-4pm, Mon-SunVisit Time: 1hr-1.5hr
Average Wait Time: None
Price: $5-$10
Discounts Available: Children under 7 (free!)
Payment Types: VISA, MASTERCARD, AMEX, DISCOVER
Exposure
Indoor with climate control.Age Recommendations/Requirements
Ages Admitted: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, SeniorAges that would most enjoy this site: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers
Transportation
Best Modes of Transportation:
Automobile/Car
Bicycle
Parking Availability: Yes
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