Jacksonville Maritime Museum
Museum Museum exhibiting Jacksonville's maritime and naval history
The Jacksonville Maritime Museum in Florida collects regional naval and maritime artifacts; visitors come for exhibits on local shipping, seafaring history and maritime displays.
The Jacksonville Maritime Museum was a local museum in Jacksonville, Florida, focused on maritime history and nautical collections related to the Jacksonville area. The institution presented artifacts, models and exhibits tied to local seafaring, shipping and naval history.
The museum served an educational role for residents and visitors interested in Jacksonville’s maritime connections. Details about the museum’s operating status and collection holdings can change, so current visiting information should be confirmed with local sources.
The museum was established to preserve and interpret the maritime heritage of Jacksonville and to provide exhibitions on regional nautical history.
The museum was located in Jacksonville, Florida; the city is the nearest major urban center and point of access.
How to Get to Jacksonville Maritime Museum #
The museum is in Jacksonville, Florida, and is best reached by car from downtown Jacksonville or via local bus routes along the riverfront. Exact parking and access can vary depending on site changes; call ahead or check local cultural listings for current directions and hours.
Tips for Visiting Jacksonville Maritime Museum #
- Check local listings before a trip-the museum's hours and exhibits have varied over time
- Combine a visit with nearby maritime sites along the St. Johns River to get a fuller sense of Jacksonville's nautical past
- Ask to see any small-boat or ship model collections often kept behind the desk-these are where volunteers keep treasures
Best Time to Visit Jacksonville Maritime Museum #
Visit in spring or fall for comfortable weather and to pair the museum with Jacksonville's riverfront and naval sites.
Weather & Climate near Jacksonville Maritime Museum #
Jacksonville Maritime Museum's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 7°C to 33°C. Abundant rainfall (1304 mm/year), wettest in September.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm).
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February
February is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm).
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March
March is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C. Significant rainfall (102 mm).
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April
April is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm).
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May
May is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 19°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm).
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June
June is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (146 mm).
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July
July is the hottest month with highs of 33°C and lows of 23°C. Significant rainfall (149 mm).
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August
August is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 23°C. Significant rainfall (167 mm).
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September
September is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 22°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (177 mm).
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October
October is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 18°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm).
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November
November is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm).
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December
December is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm).
