Pensacola Museum of History, Local history museum in downtown Pensacola, United States.
The Pensacola Museum of History occupies a three-story Mediterranean Revival structure with wide eaves, red tile roof, and an arched entry porch. Inside, the first floor displays archaeological finds and preservation records, while other galleries rotate exhibitions on regional heritage.
The building was constructed in 1907 as Pensacola's City Hall and functioned as the city's administrative center. It was converted to a museum in 1988 to preserve and display regional artifacts and historical records.
The displays feature regional textiles and maritime customs that remain visible in local craftsmanship today. Visitors can observe how these traditional skills and patterns continue to shape the community's creative work.
The museum sits in downtown Pensacola and is easily walkable with nearby parking available. Visitors can purchase a combined ticket valid for seven days that provides access to multiple local historic sites and the city's children's museum.
The second floor preserves the Trader Jon's exhibit, a collection of memorabilia from a naval aviation bar that drew military pilots and astronauts. This venue held significant influence on local aviation history and remains part of the city's identity.
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