The Mary Brogan Museum of Art and Science

The Mary Brogan Museum was a combined art and science museum in downtown Tallahassee that featured two floors of galleries with interactive exhibits and rotating collections. The spaces mixed contemporary art displays with hands-on activities designed for visitors of all ages.

The museum was founded in 1998 when the Museum of Art Tallahassee and the Odyssey Science Center merged into a single institution. The combination brought together two distinct educational traditions that had operated separately in the community for several years prior.

The museum held Smithsonian Affiliate status, which allowed it to borrow important artifacts for temporary exhibitions that might not otherwise visit Tallahassee. This connection helped attract world-class collections to the region.

The museum spread across multiple levels with clear spatial organization to guide visitors through the art and science displays. Educational classrooms and event spaces accommodated school groups and special gatherings, making the facility flexible for different types of visitors.

The museum carried the name of Mary Brogan, an education advocate whose commitment to Florida schools became known through her husband's role as Lieutenant Governor. Her name on the building recognized her personal contributions to arts education rather than simply being a major donor.