Summer Fun in 2008 at Florida Attractions

This Summer Media Advisory describes summer activities, camps, and special events at Florida's attractions. For detailed information, please call the telephone number listed for each individual attraction or go on-line and visit the individual attraction's website.

BILLIE SWAMP SAFARI (Clewiston) Billie Swamp Safari, located on the Big Cypress Seminole Reservation, offers a new 90-minute, in-depth eco-tour of the Florida Everglades. The Exclusive Swamp Buggy Eco-Tour is a private tour available for booking seven days a week between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. Here are a few examples of what guests may experience on this personalized tour:
SEE: Native and exotic animals from alligators and hogs to snakes and countless species of birds and possibly the Florida panther.
HEAR: The varied avian songs and calls of wildlife.
TASTE: Seminole traditional foods in addition to numerous native fruits, berries, and plants.
SMELL: The fresh clean air and the many native flowering plants.
TOUCH: The sharp “blades” of sawgrass and rough scoots on an alligator’s back.
Reservations are now being taken at 800-GO-SAFARI. The fee includes a traditional Seminole sampler platter (frog legs, gator nuggets, catfish, and fry bread) plus a special “survivor” memento. Billie Swamp Safari is located between Fort Lauderdale and Naples. Visit us online at www.seminoletribe.com/safari.
www.semtribe.com/calendar 800/949-6101

 

BREVARD ZOO (Melbourne) Beat the summertime heat every Saturday in July and August as Brevard Zoo stays open late, until 9 p.m. every Saturday. Most of the zoo’s animals are out on exhibit, take a sunset kayak tour, enjoy special animal encounters, ride the train, and so much more. Spend a weekend on Florida’s Space Coast enjoying the beaches and visiting Brevard Zoo which is home to more than 550 animals representing nearly 165 species. Hand feed gentle giraffes and lorikeets and go kayaking at the only Zoo in the country that offers a chance to kayak around an animal exhibit. Brevard Zoo is located ½ mile east of I-95, exit 191 in Melbourne. www.brevardzoo.org 321/254-9453

 

 

BROADWAY PALM DINNER THEATRE (Fort Myers) Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre is Southwest Florida’s most entertaining destination. Featuring an award-winning buffet and high caliber Broadway productions, this is the perfect attraction for any visitor looking to enjoy quality, family entertainment at a great value. Playing June 5 - July 26, 2008 is “The Wizard of Oz.” The classic movie musical comes to life on stage with Dorothy, the Tin Man, the Scarecrow, the cowardly Lion and Toto, too! Songs include “Follow the Yellow Brick Road,” “We’re Off to see the Wizard” and “Somewhere Over the Rainbow.” There is a summer special for children 18 and under, tickets are just $18 for the buffet and the show. Our Children’s Theatre productions are fun for the entire family. Playing selected matinees April 25 - May 24, 2008 is “The Princess and the Pea” and playing selected matinees June 18 - July 26, 2008 is “The Jungle Book.” Tickets for all ages for lunch and the show are just $15.
www.BroadwayPalm.com 239/278-4422

 

BUSCH GARDENS TAMPA BAY (Tampa) Explore Jungala at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay this summer. The new attraction is set in a jungle village and features immersive, multi-tiered animal habitats, including Bengal tigers and orangutans; two new signature rides, including a zip line experience for young adventurers, and The Wild Surge, which launches you above a towering waterfall; and a three-story climbing area with ropes and tunnels for families to traverse. Summer camps at Busch Gardens offers all ages a chance to have hands-on animal interaction experiences, to ride world-class roller casters and to make lifelong memories. For more information on camps, visit www.swbg-adventurecamps.com. Each night from June 6 through Aug. 17, Summer Nights transforms the 335-acre adventure park into a street party atmosphere. Special entertainment is offered each night and the rides become even more thrilling in the dark. Festive food and drink and ice-cold Anheuser-Busch products will be available.
For more information, visit BuschGardens.com.
www.buschgardens.com 888/800-5447 or 813/987-5082

 

CENTRAL FLORIDA ZOO & BOTANICAL GARDENS (Sanford) There is always something to do at the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens! Join us for Summer Camps, Classes and Cub Club. Check out the Zoo’s Web site for information on Summer Camps (ages 6-12) and Cub Club (ages 2-5) registration. You may register on-line or by calling 407.323.4450 ext. 123. On July 4, 5 and 6, 2008, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., come visit Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens for “Red, White and ZOO.” You will be able to celebrate the 4th and the Central Florida Zoo’s 33rd Birthday with live music, games, food, children’s crafts, face painting, magic, waterslide and zoo animal encounters. Free with paid Zoo admission.
www.centralfloridazoo.org 407/323-4450

 
CLEARWATER MARINE AQUARIUM (Clearwater) Snorkel, boat trips, kayak paddles, discover our underwater world at Clearwater Marine Aquarium’s Summer Camps! Now is the perfect time to sign up, to ensure you swim with the fishes this summer. First come, first serve so hurry up, call now! We also have summer fun for adults and families! Our new Weekend Kayak Program has just launched! Bring the family out this weekend, get friends together and head out onto the area waters with our CMA Guide to entertain and educate you through the experience. The best way to spend an afternoon in the summer, is on the water! Not only are camps and kayak programs up for grabs, but our facility has just been completely renovated with a Caribbean feel! A new round Theater, refurbished exhibits, new underwater viewing tunnel, expanded dolphin show viewing area, and more! It’s a new day at CMA! Come get wet and have some dolphin fun this summer! www.CMAquarium.org 727/441-1790

DEERING ESTATE AT CUTLER (Miami) Children, ages 6 to 13, will learn about South Florida’s history, archeology, plants and animals at the Deering Estate’s Summer Camp. There are five camp sessions available from June to August. Camp is held from 9 am to 4:30 pm. Early drop off and late pick up is available for an additional fee. The annual Summer Cabaret Concert Series features eclectic and world music artists in the intimate setting of the Stone House Ballroom. The Estate hosts three small concerts on June 28, July 26, and August 30. On Father’s Day, June 15, take a relaxing Bay Cruise on the “Pelican Island Skipper” Pontoon Boat and discover South Florida’s nature and history. A Fine Art Photography Exhibit “Preserving Florida’s Past”: Endangered will be on display through August 20 and is free with admission to the Estate. Brian Call’s three part exhibit chronicles the rich wilderness, architecture, and natural history of Florida. www.deeringestate.com or www.sobayfestival.com

 305/235-1668

 

DISCOVERY COVE (Orlando) A unique way to experience Discovery Cove during the summer months is “Twilight Discovery,” an all-inclusive evening package that brings the intimacy of Discovery Cove to an extraordinary level for 150 people a night. This exclusive package features sunset animal interactions, sumptuous island feasts and live Caribbean-style entertainment in a tropical setting. “Twilight Discovery” will be offered 3-9 p.m. Tuesday through Friday evenings June 3 through August 22, 2008. “Twilight Discovery” immerses guests in a tropical paradise, wrapping them in twilight encounters with dolphins and enchanted evening swims through colorful coral reefs featuring thousands of tropical fish and rays. Guests will have the opportunity to hand-feed exotic birds inside the park’s free-flight aviary, as well as meander through various environments in the freshwater Tropical River. Admission for “Twilight Discovery” is $269 plus tax and encompasses all of the above activities, food, drinks, use of all snorkeling and beach gear, self-parking, plus a seven-consecutive-day pass to either SeaWorld Orlando, Aquatica Orlando or Busch Gardens Tampa Bay to be used immediately prior to or after their Discovery Cove experience. Advance reservations for “Twilight Discovery” are required and can be made at DiscoveryCove.com or by calling toll-free 1-877-4 DISCOVERY. www.DiscoveryCove.com

 

FAIRCHILD TROPICAL BOTANIC GARDEN (Miami) Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden is excited to announce its 16th annual Mango Festival this year celebrating the Mangos of Africa. Just in time for the mango harvest, the Festival will take place Saturday, July 12 and Sunday, July 13 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The Festival will feature everything for the mango lover—mango tree sales, mango lectures, a mango auction, displays of more than 200 mangos from Fairchild nurseries, a children’s program that includes a mango puppet show, mango theater, food demonstrations and a spectacular mango brunch. www.fairchildgarden.org 305/667-1651

 

 

FLORIDA AIR MUSEUM AT SUN ' N FUN (Lakeland) Imaginations soar at the Florida Air Museum’s summer camps through fun, age-appropriate, educational activities focused on the math and science of flight and the importance of aviation history. Space Day Camps are available for ages 7-10. Destination Aviation Camps offer both day and residential options for ages 11-18 along with the ultimate real-life learning experience as campers get behind the controls of an actual aircraft and fly with a certified flight instructor. The Florida Air Museum at Sun ‘n Fun, Florida’s official aviation museum and education center, is conveniently located off I-4 (Exit 25) at 4175 Medulla Road, Lakeland, Florida 33811 For more information: Call: 863/904-4073 or 863/ 644-2431 Ext.183, Email: Educate@sun-n-fun.org www.FloridaAirMuseum.org

 863/644-2431

 

FLORIDA AQUARIUM, THE (Tampa) See dazzling displays in the sky and sea this July 4th at The Florida Aquarium! Get in for only $10 after 3 p.m. and watch the fireworks over the channel. Fireworks will take place at 9 p.m. and we will extend our
hours to 9:30 p.m. We invite you to bring the whole family to soak up the fun at Explore A Shore and have a blast! Admission price for all ages. Come to a splashy, slippery, cool summer camp! The Florida Aquarium AquaCamps is a unique experience for kids ages 3 to 15. We offer programs for tots to teens that will excite, delight and encourage kids to learn more about our local environment. Aqua Camps – Captivating Camps for Kids of ALL Ages! For information about our Aqua Camps, download our brochure on our website or call 813-273-4015. www.flaquarium.org 813/273-4000

FUN SPOT ACTION PARK (Orlando) Fun Spot Action Park in Orlando is celebrating its tenth anniversary with a major promotion that includes free unlimited soft drinks, free general admission, free parking, weekly prizes, and a Dodge Charger as its Grand Prize. The car will be given away on Labor Day 2008. Fun Spot Attractions has two locations: Orlando and Kissimmee. Both have Fun Spot’s unique and patented go-kart tracks, as well as rides. John Arie Sr., owner and CEO says, “We wanted to do something special for our tenth anniversary and a new car is something people will remember.” Each guest who visits either park will receive an entry form to win weekly prizes of a $300 Best Buy Gift Card, or 20 prizes of Family 4 Fun packs to return to either Fun Spot.
www.fun-spot.com 407/363-3867

GATORLAND (Orlando) Make plans to visit Gatorland on June 1 & 2 for Roarin’ Rodeo at Gatorland – get along little doggies to the biggest, little event this side of the Mississippi as Gatorland hosts a three-day Roarin’ Rodeo sure to bring the cowboy out in everyone. This non-traditional rodeo will feature some real crowd pleasin’ events such as the biggest belt buckle contest, horseshoe (or somethin’ that looks like a horse shoe) throwin’ contest, tractor races, Little Miss & Mr. Wrangler Contest, and an all-star pie eatin’ contest sure to make momma proud. You’ll also find a slew of fun characters roamin’ around including some of the south’s best Rodeo clowns, trick ropers and cowpokes just itchin’ to spur up a little excitement. For a complete list of events and prizes visit www.gatorland.com. Events and contests are included with admission to Gatorland. www.gatorland.com 407/855-5496.

 

HISTORIC BOK SANCTUARY (Lake Wales) Saturday nights will sizzle this summer when Historic Bok Sanctuary presents the 7th annual Live at the Gardens!—A Summer Music Series beginning June 2. Showcasing a variety of Central Florida musical talent, the performances will be held in the Sanctuary’s Visitor Center at 7:30 p.m. Seating is cabaret-style around tables. An optional prepaid dinner will be served at the Carillon Café at 5:45 p.m. For tickets, call the Garden Campus office at 863-734-1221. E-mail phrestina@boksanctury.org. Independence Day Concert—July 4 at 1:00 p.m. & 3:00 p.m. Celebrate the birth of our country in the Sanctuary! America’s most notable patriotic music performed on the Singing Tower’s 60-bell carillon. Enjoy lunch at the Carillon Café or bring a picnic. www.boksanctuary.org 863/676-1408

HISTORICAL MUSEUM OF SOUTHERN FLORIDA (Miami) Walk into a re-creation of Interama—Miami’s futuristic fair of the Americas from the 1960s that never was. See for the first time architectural renderings by such world-renowned figures as Hugh Ferriss, Marcel Breuer and Louis Kahn. Visitors will enjoy a multi-sensory environment filled with video projections, computer interactive and hands-on activities in Interama: Miami and the Inter-American Dream, on display June 21 through January 25, 2009. View the editorial cartoons of one of the first U.S. females in the field in Anne Mergen: Florida Cartoons, on display June 21 through September 4, 2008. Children can discover the treasures of South Florida’s history through gallery games, music, arts and crafts and fieldtrips to historical sites at the Tropical Explorers Summer Camp June 6 -August 15, 2008. On Saturday, June 14, treat Dad to a Flag Day Miami River Boat Tour with local historian Dr. Paul George. www.historical-museum.org 305/375-1492

 

HOMOSASSA SPRINGS WILDLIFE STATE PARK (Homosassa) Wildlife Week in the Park is a summer day camp program for children going into 3rd and 4th grades in June and for children going into 5th and 6th grades in July. Children will learn about various Florida wildlife and their habitats through activities and crafts. Limited space is available so advance registration is required. Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park and the Friends of Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park conduct two summer programs for children age 9 through 12. The programs include five, half-day sessions from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Topics will include the young naturalist, birds, reptiles, mammals and manatees. At Saturday’s graduation campers will show what they have learned at a Wildlife Theater. Children may pre-register for the June or July session by calling 352-628-5343, Monday through Friday (ask for Maria Chancey). The program costs $50, to be returned with application. The program is sponsored by Progress Energy. Dates: Monday, June 16 to Saturday June 21, 2008 (for children going into 3rd and 4th grades in the Fall) and Monday, July 21 to Saturday, July 26, 2008 (for children going into 5th and 6th grades in the Fall), 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday, $50 per child.
www.HomosassaSprings.org 352/628-2311

IMAGINARIUM HANDS ON MUSEUM (Fort Myers) The Imaginarium Hands-on Museum and Aquarium has a fun-filled summer packed with events and lots of activities!
The Imaginarium will hold its annual summer camps for 8 weeks with weekly themes beginning June 16 – August 15. On August 23, the Imaginarium celebrates its 13th Birthday all day. Enjoy special activities, live animal encounters, a new 3-D movie, feed the stingrays and more! www.cityftmyers.com/imaginarium 239/337-3332

 

 

JOHN & MABLE RINGLING MUSEUM OF ART (Sarasota) From engaging special exhibitions to family-friendly theater programs and educational camps for children, there is fun for everyone at Sarasota’s The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art this summer. Phantasmagoria: Specters of Absence, May 24-Aug. 10, 2008 and Ringling Retro: Modern and Contemporary Art from the Permanent Collection, May 10-Sept. 7, 2008 are feature special exhibitions during the summer of 2008. Focus on Asian Art: Guanyin Personified from the Wall-Apelt Collection of Asian Art will close on June 15, 2008. The Historic Asolo Theater will present another family-friendly circus experience beginning in June in addition to a full roster of programs; and the Ringling Museum introduces its first-ever Culture Camps for children entering the second and third grades. Popular summer educational programs, Cool Summer Investigations and the Handz-On Family program will also continue this summer. www.ringling.org 941/359-5700

 

JUNGLE ISLAND (Miami) June 9th – August 15th JUNGLE ISLAND’S SUMMER ADVENTURE CAMP - The program consists of a variety of hands-on animal encounters, educational information sessions, arts & crafts projects, a Kodak 5x7 photo, a Jungle Island T-shirt, hot lunch & a snack daily, plus they’ll see our three spectacular animal shows, Winged Wonders, Reptiles of the Jungle and Tale of the Tiger. Your child can join in the fun and meet the newest members of our family – South African Penguins along with our Red Kangaroos, twin orangutans Peanut & Pumpkin and zip down The Hippo, our 168 ft slide located on our private beach. Students are able to open their eyes to the many wonders of science, discovery, animals and learning. With our 4 different Jungle Outreach programs, we are able to bring animals to the camp for campers to get up-close to exotic animals while learning interesting facts about them. For more information or to enroll, please contact our Educational Department at 305/400-7221. education@jungleisland.com or visit us online at www.jungleisland.com 305/400-7000

LION COUNTRY SAFARI (Loxahatchee) Cool off at South Florida’s WILDEST and COOLEST Attraction~ Lion Country Safari!! Enjoy 2 parks for one low price. The drive through safari features hundreds of free roaming animals over 4 miles. The walk through park has animal encounters and demonstrations, rides, attractions, food and more. The newest attractions at Lion Country Safari: a 23-option Safari Splash interactive fountain area and 40-foot Splash Slide! Lion Country Safari is open daily at 9:30am. Allow a minimum of five hours to fully enjoy both parks.
www.LionCountrySafari.com 561/793-1084

 

MARINELAND’S DOLPHIN CONSERVATION CENTER (Marineland) S.E.A. Camp (short for Seaside Eco Adventure) is back for summer 2008! 7 – 12 year old campers are invited to explore science, conservation, and marine life at Marineland’s Dolphin Conservation Center. Camp includes adventures on the beach and in the Intracoastal hammock eco-system, concluding the week of fun and learning with an in-water dolphin encounter! Trainer Camp, our newest program, has been created for guests aged 13 and up. It offers a 3 day, one-on-one job shadow experience including participation in 3 dolphin encounter programs! If you think being a dolphin trainer is the career for you, here’s your chance to really find out. Our summer programs fill fast, so reserve yours today! www.marineland.net 904/471-1111

 

MEDIEVAL TIMES DINNER & TOURNAMENT (Kissimmee) MEDIEVAL TIMES MATINEE SHOWS FOR SUMMER CAMPERS -What can be more thrilling this summer then stepping into an 11th-century style castle as summer campers travel through the mists of time to a forgotten age and tale of devotion, courage, and love? Campers can also experience our brand new electrifying show that features our heroic knights on spirited horses, astounding athletic feats, exciting swordplay, brilliant lights and magnificent music. SUMMER 2008 MATINEE DATES are Wednesday, June 18, Friday, June 20, Friday, July 18, and Wednesday, July 23. Field Trip Rate is $19 per person (plus tax), MATINEE BILL OF FARE is Chicken, potato, cookie and beverage
(the fun part is that it is all utensil free!) ARRIVAL TIME & SHOWTIME: 10:30 a.m. arrival– Showtime: 11:30 a.m. Reserve a place in our royal court by contacting Group Sales at 407-396-2900 ext. 237, www.medievaltimes.com 1-888-935-6878

 

MIAMI CHILDREN’S MUSEUM (Miami) Explore a different theme such as art, music, science, theatre and more at Miami Children’s Museum Summer Camp 2008. Summer camp is available from June 9 – August 29, 2008 from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. for children ages 3-11. Contact the Miami Children’s Museum for rates and information, call 305.373.KIDS (5437), ext 112 or visit www.miamichildrensmuseum.org. Miami Children’s Museum Summer Camp will be held at Miami Children’s Museum on Watson Island. Also, scheduled for June 7 – September 7, 2008, “MiChiMu Summer Games,” a 2,500 square-foot traveling exhibit honors the 2008 Bejing Summer Olympics and Miami Children’s Museum’s official mascot, MiChiMu! “MiChiMu’s Summer Games” will celebrate the Olympic spirit and cultural diversity and its interactive areas include: world geography, multiple fitness challenges, a comprehensive history of the Olympics and much more! www.miamichildrensmuseum.org 305/373-5437

MIAMI SEAQUARIUM (Miami) Camp Seaquarium offers students from kindergarten to high school alternative camp themes with green initiatives and the opportunity to help save our planet by participating in beach clean-ups. Students from kindergarten to high school will Go Green and become ‘Eco- Explorers’. From kinder to forth grade campers will have the opportunity to learn about ‘Animal Voyages’, fifth graders will learn about ‘Marine Ecosystems’, sixth grade will learn about dolphins in ‘Dolphin Study’ and high school students will focus on ‘Sea Turtle Studies’. With these themes, campers will enjoy fun-filled days of education and conservation, animal interactions, shows, activities and much more. Camp Seaquarium – Summer 2008 runs from June 9th through August 15th to camper’s ages 5-18. Curriculum for each grade level at Camp Seaquarium will revolve on a one-week schedule with additional weeks optional. Camp hours are Monday through Friday from 9a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with optional early and late care for an additional charge. Parents who have more than one child participating in Camp Seaquarium and/or who are annual pass holder will receive a discounted rate. Middle and high school students may include a “Dolphin Odyssey” experience for an additional $150. For Summer Camp enrollment or additional information, please call 305-361-5705, ext. 207 or 298. Summer Camp information & registration forms are available on our website at www.miamiseaquarium.com 305/361-5705

 

MICCOSUKEE INDIAN VILLAGE (Miami) Come and join us at the 33rd Annual Miccosukee Everglades Music & Crafts Festival on Saturday, July 19. This year the Tribe proudly presents The Marshall Tucker Band, Mitch Ryder and the Detroit Wheels, a special Miccosukee Fashion Show, and more. You and your family won’t want to miss our Tribesmen performing live demonstrations with alligators and exciting airboat rides which pass through the untamed “River of Grass” and stop at an authentic, hammock-
style Indian Camp that has been owned by the same Miccosukee family for over 100 years. Try authentic Indian food and visit our Gift Shop for genuine, handmade Native Indian art and crafts, Miccosukee patchwork, beadwork and jewelry, Saturday, July 19th! Tickets on sale a the gate www.miccosukeetribe.com 305/223-8380

MORIKAMI MUSEUM AND JAPANESE GARDENS (Delray Beach) Summer at The Morikami will feature special events, tradition and art. The monthly Sushi & Stoll Summer Walk (June 13, July 11, August 15, September 12) allows guests to stroll and experience the Gardens in the evening while enjoying sushi from The Cornell Café. Other special events include the Japanese tradition of Tanabata - July 2 through 9 - and the Japanese Holiday of Ocean Day on July 16. From June 17 through September 21, The Morikami will feature the exhibition Kuruma: The Wheel in Japanese Life and Art. On August 9, the 31st annual Bon Festival will take place. The popular event, which honors ancestors and thanks them for the quality of life enjoyed by the living, features entertainment, food, fireworks and the enchantment of Morikami Pond as it is transformed into a tranquil sea of lighted lanterns that guide the departure of ancestors’ souls who have come for a brief visit among the living.
www.morikami.org 561/495-0233

 

MOSI (Museum of Science & Industry) (Tampa) 2008 MOSI Summer Science Camp
opens June 9 – August 29, 2008. After 28 years of building robots, experimenting with slime and glowing goos as well as exploring the Florida wilds, MOSI (Museum of Science & Industry) knows how to create enriching experiences that are fun and memorable. MOSI Summer Science Camps are sure to capture the interest of budding scientists, artists, and computer game designers. The quality and variety of science camps offered rank MOSI among the top summer camp facilities in the country. Parents can choose from day, half-day, technology as well as travel camps for youth (grades K-8). Register at www.campfun.org or by calling (813) 987-6000.
www.mosi.org 813/ 987-6000

MOTE AQUARIUM (Sarasota) Mote Aquarium offers many opportunities to explore and discover why sea life matters. This summer, Mote Aquarium will host family festival in celebration of World Ocean Day from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. on Sunday, June 8, 2008 in the Mote Aquarium Courtyard. World Ocean Day, created in 1992 at the Earth Summit, represents an opportunity to celebrate our world ocean and our personal connection to the sea each year. The festival will be free with paid Aquarium admission. International children’s entertainer Rosie Emery will perform and additional highlights will include games and crafts focused on green practices, marine exploration and conservation, facilitated by Mote and other organizations. Summer Camp offerings have expanded in 2008 to include the Ocean Adventurers 3-day camp for children ages 2-5 and Digi-Know How, a high-tech option for students entering grades 5-8 to produce movies about sharks, a digital scrapbook on manatees or recording ocean music.
www.mote.org 941/388-4441

 

MUSEUM OF ARTS AND SCIENCES (Daytona Beach) Three exhibits featured during the summer of 2008 at the Museum of Arts and Sciences in Daytona Beach. include, “The Great Masters of Cuban Art,” current through September 1, 2008. In celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Cuban Foundation Museum, MOAS is displaying over ninety paintings carefully selected from the Ramos Collection. The exhibition “The Great Masters of Cuban Art” include paintings filled with movement and emotion that present six themes of Cuban Art: portraits, landscapes, Cuban history, music, religion, and works by female artists. “The Classical World” exhibition (from the Collection of the Tampa Museum of Art) recently opened on March 14 and is recognized as the finest collection of its kind in the southeastern United States. “The Classical World” surveys the material culture of the Mediterranean area from the Neolithic period to the Roman Imperial period. The third exhibit is “Memories of World War II: Photographs from the Archives of Associated Press” (April 4, 2008 to August 17, 2008). The over 130 black and white photographs chosen fro the exhibition were culled from tens of thousands of pictures in The AP Archives, including material that had not been seen since the war. www.moas.org 386/255-0285

MUSUEM OF SCIENCE AND HISTORY (MOSH) (Jacksonville) Buzzing in this May is “Insect Giants,” a swarm of gigantic bugs that will be crawling through MOSH this summer! You’ll learn everything you ever wanted to know about the critters in your backyard including beetles, locusts, caterpillars, and the many varieties of stick insects. “Insect Giants” opens this May, but will be exterminated late summer. Don’t miss your chance to see these critters, up close and personal. The "One & Only Genuine Original MOSH Party" will be here June 21! We've got a very special guest…Iron-Man™! As always, MOSH will host awesome entertainment like BMX tricksters, Frisbee dogs, and clowns, as well as a moonbounce, live animal shows, virtual reality, and more! MOSH Summer Camps will take place June 16 - August 6. Campers will have a blast with hands-on crafts and activities, experiments, live animal, science, and planetarium shows, and free time in the exhibits. Don’t miss out!
www.themosh.org 904/396-MOSH

 

NATIONAL NAVAL AVIATION MUSEUM (Pensacola) Visitors and locals alike have the opportunity to watch spine-tingling aerial maneuvers as the Blue Angels begin regularly scheduled practice air shows at their home base, Pensacola Naval Air Station. Catch the flying team in action most Tuesdays and Wednesdays beginning at 8:30 a.m., March through November, from a viewing area behind the National Naval Aviation Museum, one of the world’s largest aviation museums. Practices generally last one hour.
On select dates, spectators can meet the Blues after the practice at autograph sessions inside the Museum. (Practice dates with autograph sessions are in bold.)
April 22, 23, 29, 30
May 6, 7, 13, 14, 28, 29, 30
June 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25
July 1, 2, 15, 16, 22
Aug. 13, 19, 20, 21, 22, 26, 27
Sept. 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23
Oct. 15, 21, 22, 28, 29
Nov. 4, 5, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15
For a complete list of practice dates and times, visit www.blueangels.navy.mil. For more information about the Blue Angels practice air shows or the National Naval Aviation Museum, call the Naval Aviation Museum Foundation at (850) 453-2389 or (800) 327-5002. www.navalaviationmuseum.org

 

SARASOTA JUNGLE GARDENS (Sarasota) Register for Sarasota Jungle Gardens’ "Summer ZOO Camp" for 11 weeks of fun in the Jungle! Starting June 2nd through August 11th campers will learn all about the Garden's animals, feeding, cleaning and enrichment. Make toys for the animals and watch them play, crafts to take home and safari's through the Jungle. Each week will focus on a different animal species, where do they come from and how did they get here! Kids will learn how to become a real zoo keeper, give informative talks about the animals and learn how to handle them! Zoo Camp is for children ages 5-12. For registration and information visit:
www.sarasotajunglegardens.com 941/355-1112

 

SEAWORLD ORLANDO (Orlando) A whimsical, one-of-a kind water park that only SeaWorld could create, Aquatica blends up-close animal experiences, waters from serene to extreme, high-speed thrills and wide, sandy beaches. Inspired by the South Seas Islands, Aquatica exudes a care free personality with vivid colors and lush, tropical flora. Live animals greet guests from lands all over the world including Commerson’s dolphins, brilliant macaws and colorful fish bring to life the park’s playful, high-energy nature. Aquatica features the most thrilling water rides in the world with 36 water slides, six rivers and lagoons, and more than 80,000 square feet of beach area. Designed in a way that could only be done by SeaWorld, these distinct attractions will zoom, float and splash guests through amazing animal habitats and undersea adventures. Offering fun as endless as the sea itself, it’s not what you would expect from a water park, unless that park is created by SeaWorld. www.SeaWorldOrlando.com 407/351-3600

SHIPWRECK ISLAND WATERPARK AT ADVENTURE LANDING (Jacksonville Beach) Summer activities at Shipwreck Island Waterpark at Adventure Landing including the following: FRIDAY FAMILY SWIM NIGHTS – At Adventure Landing’s Shipwreck Island Waterpark, every Friday evening beginning May 23rd through August 29th join us for Friday Family Swim Nights from 7-11pm. No kids without parents, no parents without kids.
RED, WHITE & BLUE THURSDAYS – Celebrating America, beginning May 29th through August 21st, enjoy the Waterpark from 5-8pm for only $8.00!
SEASON PASSES – Adventure Landing Season Passes let you experience Adventure Landing’s Shipwreck Island Waterpark every day the park is open for one low price, $99.99!
CHARACTER SERIES – Throughout the summer, Adventure Landing allows you to have breakfast with some of your favorite characters:
June 7: Spider-Man, The Hulk, and Iron-Man
July 12: Spongebob Squarepants
August 2: Curious George
www.adventurelanding.com 904/246-4386

 

SOUTHWEST FLORIDA MUSEUM OF HISTORY (Fort Myers) The Southwest Florida Museum of History hosts its 3rd annual Fun at the Fort Summer Camps June 15 – August 16 for rising K – 8th graders. Camp Imaginarium and the Fun at the Fort Adventure Camp offer fun and exciting summer camp sessions filled with special guests, educational hands-on activities, demonstrations, and exhibit exploration! Both camps use an innovative curriculum integrating science, the arts, & humanities, to inspire the imagination and encourage a love of learning! Pre and post extended care is available. Call 239-337-3332 or visit us at: www.cityftmyers.com/imaginarium The SWFL Museum of History continues hosting the blockbuster exhibit, Lucy: the Story of Human Origins through June 12. LUCY: The Story of Human Origins at the SWFL Museum of History. See this dramatic illustration of human origins and evolution via replicas including LUCY – the missing link. Call 239-332-5955 or visit us at:
www.cityftmyers.com/museum 239/332-5955

ST. AUGUSTINE ALLIGATOR FARM ZOOLOGICAL PARK (St. Augustine) Things are heating up this year at the St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park. There are new animals on the way, including a Komodo dragon, a king cobra, a 21 foot python, and more! These are some giant reptiles with giant reputations as some of the most fearsome animals on the planet. Who says dinosaurs are extinct? Look for the grand opening of our new exhibit in the middle of May. Keep your eyes and ears open to learn more about our special prizes and contests as we celebrate our 115th year in business! Also, don’t miss out on all new Spring and Summer camps at the St. Augustine Alligator Farm. Spring camps run thru April 25 and Summer camps are from June 23-August 15. Sign up now, spaces are limited. The St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park has something for everyone! www.alligatorfarm.com 904/824-3337

 

TAMPA’S LOWRY PARK ZOO (Tampa) In celebration of the zoo’s 20th anniversary in 2008, the zoo is pleased to announce yet another reason to visit this year. Starting this spring, guests can enhance their outdoor adventure by hopping on “Gator Falls,” a water flume ride over a section of the Florida Wildlife Center. Ride a log down the “river” and explore Florida’s wildlife including a new white “albino” alligator exhibit. Watch out for falling waters as the ride plunges almost 30 feet at the splash down! In addition to new attractions, the zoo offers summer fun events called “Summer Safari Nights” where the zoo stays open late until 8:30 p.m. with free rides after 5 p.m. on May 2, June 6 & 20, July 11 & 25, and August 15. And don’t miss out on the wildest summer camps around at the Zoo School for children who have completed grades K-8.
www.lowryparkzoo.com 813/935-8552


THE PIER (St. Petersburg) Come visit one of St. Petersburg's most recognized waterfront landmarks - on this site since 1899. The inverted pyramid-shaped building was built in 1973 and you will find Shopping, Dining and Adventure at The Pier for the entire family. Explore the fun at The Pier Aquarium on the second level and let their fish entertain you and learn about marine life in Tampa Bay! Discover unique gifts and souvenirs at specialty shops, boutiques, and galleries. Delight in four sit-down waterfront restaurants serving Mediterranean, Spanish, and American fare, and the Dockside Eatery food court with pizza, burgers, ice cream and Chinese. Experience dolphin sightseeing tours, charter a sailboat for a sunset cruise, captain your own electric boat in Tampa Bay, pedal your way around downtown on a 2-4 or 6 seater bike, get married on the water, fish 24 hours a day and feed the pelicans. Summer events include Sunday afternoon's Music Fest on the Water and weekend entertainers for the family with magic, face painting and caricaturists. All events are FREE! Open 365 days a year. Second Avenue & Bayshore Drive. Downtown St. Petersburg waterfront. St. Petersburg, Florida 33701 www.stpetepier.com 727/ 821-6443

WALT DISNEY WORLD (Lake Buena Vista) In summer 2008, the Vacation Kingdom is unwrapping a technologically cutting-edge theme park attraction, the most engaging parade Walt Disney World Resort has ever showcased + other fun.
Toy Story Mania! -- An innovative ride-game experience coming to Disney's Hollywood Studios summer 2008, Toy Story Mania! combines memorable film characters from Disney-Pixar classics "Toy Story" and "Toy Story 2" with games that match their motion picture personas. Donning 3-D glasses, guests seemingly shrink to the size of a toy and hop fanciful ride vehicles that follow a midway-themed route. At each game booth, they aim for animated targets using a special spring-action shooter. The challenges are designed to be fun for everyone from beginners to serious gamers -- and, for Disney theme park guests on both coasts, as Toy Story Mania! also is coming to Disneyland Resort.
Journey into Narnia: Prince Caspian – Guests can experience an exclusive opportunity to see behind-the-scenes footage, original concept art, storyboards, props and costumes from the latest installment of “The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian.” Opening summer 2008 at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. www.disney.com 407/934-7659

 

WANNADO CITY (Sunrise) This summer, what do you Wanna do? Pile the kids in the car and head to Wannado City. Awarded ‘Best Edutainment Concept in the World’ by Amusement Business Weekly. Experience the unique theme park where kids rule inside Sawgrass Mills Mall. Wannado City has been invaded by more than 20 animated dinosaurs all around the park. Find fossils and join the caveman show at the theater. Plus, explore other favorite activities. Food is available throughout park. Allow 4 hours minimum. There is a lounge just for adults. Hours can vary according to the season. Standard summer hours are Fri. 10-7; Sat 10-8; Sun. 11-8; Mon.-Thurs. 10-6; closed Dec.25. Admission is $29.95 (ages 3-13) and adults are $7, but this is subject to change.
www.wannadocity.com 954/838-7100 or 888/926-6236


WORLD GOLF HALL OF FAME & IMAX THEATER (St. Augustine) In a continued effort to thank the First Coast for its support, the World Golf Hall of Fame will open its doors to the community for the fifth year on Father’s Day, Sunday, June 15 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., offering complimentary admission to everyone who visits the museum. On this day, fathers will also receive half-off admission to one film at the World Golf Hall of Fame IMAX Theater. Enjoy one of the largest fireworks displays in Northeast Florida as the World Golf Village celebrates Independence Day. Bring blankets or lawn chairs (no coolers please) and find a spot around the Walk of Champions to enjoy the show. Restaurants and shops will be open to the public (there will be a small admissions charge for parking). The sequel to the 2005 Batman Begins, Warner Bros. Pictures’ newest film, The Dark Knight, will open at the IMAX Theater July 18.
www.wgv.com 904/940-4123


Below is a listing of summer event offerings at the Florida State Park members of The Florida Attractions Association. Please contact the individual state park listed for further information or consult the website listed for each park.

DELNOR-WIGGINS PASS STATE PARK (Naples) Come for our weekly program series and experience “The Real Florida.” Every Friday, 9:30am, we offer the opportunity to spend time with a ranger, exploring the many facets of a Southwest Florida maritime hammock. On our Native Plant Walk, we will discuss the importance of protecting native vegetation from an onslaught of invasive exotics. With our Gopher Tortoise talk, we’ll explain why they may just be the world’s most gracious host. We can lead you through Beginning Birding, and walk you through Beachcombing. Give us a chance, we’ll even teach you the basics of Castnetting. Every Friday is something new. Beginning in April, we also offer a weekly Sea Turtle program, Wednesdays, 9:30am. Our rangers will share interesting facts, and answer questions about a true ancient mariner.These programs and more are available with the regular entrance fee to the park. Join us for an adventure in learning.
www.FloridaStateParks.org/Delnor-Wiggins 239/597-6196

 

DR. JULIAN G. BRUCE ST. GEORGE ISLAND STATE PARK (St. George Island)
If you want to experience beauty and nature on an uncrowded beach, then come and play at Saint George Island State Park. You can stay for the day or camp overnight in our 60 site camping facility. The park consists of nine miles of white sand beaches on the Gulf of Mexico and nine miles of coastline on Apalachicola Bay. There are eight beach access areas and two large beach use areas with restroom facilities, covered pavilions and grills. Bring your kayak or rent one from us to experience the beauty of Apalachicola Bay. The park offers two boat ramps, boardwalks and miles of hiking trails. Fishing is great during the summer with whiting, redfish, pompano, trout and flounder being caught regularly from the beach or on the bayside of the island. Let Saint George Island State Park be your place to make your everlasting summer memories.
www.FloridaStateParks.org/StGeorgeIsland 850-927-2111

DUDLEY FARM HISTORIC STATE PARK (Newberry) Visitors to this 1880s Florida pioneer farm have the opportunity to observe and participate while costumed park staff perform the daily activities of a traditional Florida working farm. Summer months bring harvest time. Peaches, pears or figs are harvested in season from June through August. Summer garden vegetables and crops are growing and picked as they ripen. Homemade ice cream is churned on the farmhouse back porch on some summer weekends, and especially the Fourth of July! The self-guiding Pause and Ponder Trail provides a shady summer stroll with picnic tables conveniently located. The Log Homesite Guided Walk is scheduled for June 14 at 10:00 a.m. and showcases the location of the earliest Dudley settlement. Pick up the TREEsure Hunt self-guiding brochure and enjoy a stroll through the heirloom trees that shade the unique summer Florida landscape of Dudley Farm. In August and September, visitors observe and learn about the annual historic preservation projects in progress that help preserve this historically significant National Register property. Based on National Trust guidelines, the farm buildings are “put to bed” and farm staff focus on historic structure maintenance and care, instead of guided tours, to catch up on much needed annual repairs. In June and July, the Traditional Crafts group meets every Wednesday from 9 – 11 to demonstrate the Florida traditions of quilting or rug making or basket making or spinning. The third Wednesday of these months, special volunteer programs are offered from 9:00-11:00 a.m. focusing on Florida gardening, Cracker history, Dudley legacy, native plants or other interesting topics.
www.FloridaStateParks.org/DudleyFarm 352/472-1142

 

EDWARD BALL WAKULLA SPRINGS STATE PARK (Wakulla) Wakulla Springs Lodge and State Park is the epitome of cool in the heat of summer. Even on blistering days the 69 degree water billowing from the spring creates a cool retreat for those who leap from the two-story dive tower or for others who relax in its refreshing swimming area. The 27 guest rooms of its historic lodge transport guests back in time to the late 30’s and 40’s. The lodge lobby, like seven guest rooms and the dining room, overlook the reflective view of the spring and its river. Just as the lodge is recognized for its Southern hospitality and charm, the restaurant is recognized for its fine Southern cuisine. The gift shop offers memorabilia and the opportunity to experience a 1950’s soda shop complete with ice cream confections reminiscent of youth’s decadence. The timeless river boat tours offer one of the finest opportunities to view wildlife anywhere in the world. www.FloridaStateParks.org/WakullaSprings 850/224-5950

HIGHLANDS HAMMOCK STATE PARK (Sebring) See abundant wildlife, enjoy ranger-guided tours, and stroll the Cypress Swamp boardwalk trail. Step back into history at the Civilian Conservation Corps Museum. Over 200,000 annual visitors know this 9,250-acre park as “the Real Florida.” With a wide diversity of nature trails, you’ll have plenty to explore. Enjoy modern facilities at the park’s campground and picnic areas. Why not plan a visit during one of our special events? On May 17th, “Music in the Park” featuring the California Toe Jam oldies Rock n Roll music happens from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. On May 18th, a Community Drum Circle hosted by the Primal Connection Percussion Ensemble will be held from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Bring an instrument or try one of theirs. Join us at a benefit walk or run during the summer season. See our website for details on the July 4th Firecracker 5K. www.FloridaStateParks.org/HighlandsHammock 863/386-6094

 

HONEYMOON ISLAND STATE PARK (Dunedin) Honeymoon Island State Park will be hosting its 2nd Annual Earth Day on April 19th and 20th. Vendors from the local area will set up booths with environmentally friendly goods, as well as eco-friendly information. The 5th Annual Sharkbite Challenge will be held in conjunction with Earth Day and will run the morning of April 19th. This kayak race is set to start at 10am. Online registration can be made at www.active.com. The Rotary Triathlon is slated for Sunday, June 8th. A ¼ mile swim will kick things off at 7:30am followed by the 12 mile bike leg, and wrap up with the 3.1 mile foot race through the nature trail. For more information on this, please contact Sarah McCallum at DunedinTri@gmail.com. Honeymoon Island has just had a major portion of their beach restored with new beautiful white sand! Come find out for yourselves why over 1 million people visited Honeymoon Island State Park! www.FloridaStateParks.org/HoneymoonIsland 727/469-5942

 

HUGH TAYLOR BIRCH STATE PARK (Fort Lauderdale) Camp Live Oak is one of the few accredited camps in Broward and Miami Dade Counties. Children participate in canoeing, archery, hiking, yoga, drum circles, fishing, swimming, non-competitive sports, arts & crafts, and environmental science aimed at protecting Florida’s delicate eco-system. The program also includes many educational field trips and exciting environmental & wildlife speakers. A second camp site is located at Oleta River State Park in North Miami Beach. Bus transportation is available from Weston and Plantation to the Broward site only. Please visit our web site www.campliveoakfl.com for additional program, price, and registration information or call us at 954-491-2917.
www.FloridaStateParks.org/HughTaylorBirch 954/564-4521

JOHN D. MacARTHUR BEACH STATE PARK (North Palm Beach) Take a guided snorkeling tour of the the John D. MacArthur Beach State Park’s spectacular near-shore reefs on Saturdays in June, July and August. Learn about the species that inhabit MacArthur’s reefs and waters. Bring your own snorkeling gear. Participants must be experienced swimmers and snorkelers and at least 10 years of age. No lifeguard on duty. Reservations required. Guided Reef Tours available on Saturdays for June, July and August, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. For more information and reservations, please call the Nature Center at (561) 624-6952. Free with park admission of $4.00 per carload.
www.FloridaStateParks.org/MacArthurBeach 561/624-6950

 

JOHN U. LLOYD BEACH STATE PARK (Dania) Join a Park Ranger every Wednesday and Friday evening during the months of June and July. The group will meet around a campfire at the Seagrape pavilion and learn about the existence of sea turtles in the past, present and future. Participants will be greeted by a friendly Park Ranger and will be allowed to browse through an assortment of sea turtle displays. Informational brochures will also be available. Our program will include a Ranger talk and a 20 minute slide or power point presentation, followed by a question and answer period. While the program is going on a scout will set out in search of a nesting Loggerhead Sea Turtle. A beach walk may be conducted only in accordance with guidelines established by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection and the Florida Park Service. Please call the park (954)923-2833 for details and additional information. Reservations are a must and regular park admission fees will apply.
www.FloridaStateParks.org/LloydBeach 954/923-2833

JONATHAN DICKINSON STATE PARK (Hobe Sound) Visit the Jonathan Dickinson State Park this summer and experience the brand new Elsa Kimbell Education Center which will provide summer programs. On Saturdays, families can enjoy dipnet discovery and animal tracks. The park also features a laboratory in which children can learn more about the fish they have just caught during dipnet discovery. The Jonathan Dickinson State Park also features a Sunday ranger guided walk, a two-hour boat tour along the Loxahatchee River, as well as canoe and kayak rentals. You will also want to experience their wonderful trails, multi-use bike trails and Camp Murphy BMX trails.
www.FloridaStateParks.org/JonathanDickinson 772/546-2771

 

LOVERS KEY STATE PARK (Fort Myers Beach) The summer months provide many opportunities for summertime fun at Lovers Key State Park. Light tackle fishermen face off with a number of finned adversaries, including tarpon, snook, sea trout, and redfish. The maze of salt water canals and intertidal mud flats found within the park are a kayak fisherman’s dream…in addition to being host to many species of fish, the waters within the park are limited to human power or electric trolling motors (no combustion engines). As a bonus to the outstanding fishing, wildlife watching opportunities during the summer. Manatees frequent these quiet, undisturbed waters and a great variety of birds may be seen. Bring your fishing gear, binoculars, and camera! Kayaks and canoes may be rented from the park concessionaire.
www.FloridaStateParks.org/LoversKey 239/463-4588

OLETA RIVER STATE PARK (North Miami) Visit the Oleta River State Park during the first & third Saturday of the month for June, July, and August from 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. for ranger-guided kayak tours. Join a trained naturalist for a leisurely guided kayak tour of the Oleta River and scenic Biscayne Bay. Along the tour, you will have the opportunity to learn about South Florida’s coastal flora and fauna. Must provide your own kayak, or rentals are available at the Blue Moon Outdoor Center - (305) 957-3040. Sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, insect repellent and water shoes (if you have them) are recommended. The tour is free with park admission. Please call the Ranger Station at (305) 919-1846 for details and advance registration. Plan to get wet!
www.FloridaStateParks.org/OletaRiver 305/919-1846

 

STEPHEN FOSTER FOLK CULTURE CENTER STATE PARK (White Springs)
Enjoy the diversity of Florida’s culture and history when its residents share their food, music, dance, stories, crafts and work life at the Annual Florida Folk Festival on May 23, 24, & 25, 2008 at the Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park. Visit the Seminole family camp, watch the state fiddling contest, and savor ethnic foods and church supper favorites. No other event showcases Florida’s rich and varied traditions as well. Over 400 tellers will entertain on 15 stages and hundreds more artists, crafters and cooks will share their talents. A wide array of hands-on activities will make the weekend more memorable. For information on the Annual Florida Folk Festival, consult www.floridafolkfestival.com 1-877-6FL-FOLK.
www.FloridaStateParks.org/StephenFoster 386/397-2733


THE BARNACLE HISTORIC STATE PARK (Coconut Grove) Come celebrate the Fourth of July with an old fashioned picnic at The Barnacle Historic State Park. Lawn games, board games, knot tying, kite making, crafts and a scavenger hunt will keep the whole family entertained and in a sporting mood. Live music adds additional entertainment and atmosphere to the park already decked out in traditional Fourth of July bunting. Bring a picnic or treat yourself to hot dogs, veggie dogs, popcorn and soft drinks which will be available for purchase. So grab your family or a friend and join us at The Barnacle for an afternoon of traditional Independence Day fun!
www.FloridaStateParks.org/TheBarnacle 305/448-9445

WEKIWA SPRINGS STATE PARK (Apopka) Located at the headwaters of the Wekiva River, the beautiful vistas within this park offer a glimpse of what Central Florida looked like when Timucuan Indians fished and hunted these lands. Just one hour from most central Florida attractions, Wekiwa Springs offers visitors the opportunity to relax in a natural setting, enjoy a picnic, or take a swim in the cool spring. Canoeists and kayakers can paddle along the Wekiva River and Rock Springs Run. Thirteen miles of trails provide opportunities for hiking, bicycling, and horseback riding. Options for camping include a full facility campground and primitive camping areas. Canoe and kayak rentals are available. Contact the Wekiwa Springs State Park for specific information regarding admission fees and camping fees.
www.FloridaStateParks.org/WekiwaSprings 407/884-2008

 

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The Florida Attractions Association is a trade association, founded in 1949, representing more than 127 attractions including astronaut, historical, cultural, military and scientific museums; castles; collections of the unique and different; dinner entertainments; dolphin and marine parks; exhibitions of alligators, lions, monkeys, parrots, butterflies and manatees; gardens; lighthouses; Indian villages; sightseeing airboats; sightseeing trains, cruises and boat tours; state parks, theme parks; towers; water parks; and zoological parks.

Other attraction and affiliate members of the Florida Attractions Association are:

 

Adventure Island, Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum, Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum at Okalee, Babcock Wilderness Adventures, Butterfly World, Canoe Outpost-Peace River, Captain Doug's Airboat Tours, Captiva Cruises, Colonial Spanish Quarter Museum, Conch Tour Train, Coral Castle, Cypress Gardens Adventure Park, Dow Museum of Historic Homes, Edison & Ford Winter Estates, Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum, Everglades Alligator Farm, Fantasy of Flight, Flamingo Gardens, Wray Botanical Collection, Fruit & Spice Park, Ghost Tours of St. Augustine, Island Queen Cruises, Jungle Queen Riverboat, Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, Key West Aquarium, Lightner Museum, Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, Miami Metrozoo, Miami Science Museum, Monkey Jungle, Old Florida Museum, Old Town Trolley Tours of St. Augustine, Oldest Wooden School House in the U.S.A., Pirate’s Dinner Adventure, Ponce de Leon's Fountain of Youth, Potter’s Wax Museum, Ripley’s Believe It Or Not! – St. Augustine, Ripley's Believe It Or Not! Odditorium, Sawgrass Recreation Park, Silver Springs, St. Augustine Lighthouse and Museum, St. Augustine Scenic Cruise, St. Augustine Sightseeing Trains, Theater of the Sea, Universal Orlando Resort, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens, Weeki Wachee Springs, and Wet 'n Wild.

Other state park members of the Florida Attractions Association are:

 

Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park, Anastasia State Park, Bahia Honda State Park, Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park, Blue Spring State Park, DeLeon Springs State Park, Eden Gardens State Park, Florida Caverns State Park, Fort Clinch State Park, Fort Zachary Taylor State Park, Henderson Beach State Park, , Hillsborough River State Park, Ichetucknee Springs State Park, John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park, Koreshan State Historic Site, Little Talbot Island State Park, Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings State Park, Myakka River State Park, Payne’s Prairie Preserve State Park, Sebastian Inlet State Park, St. Andrews State Park, Washington Oaks Gardens State Park, and Ybor City Museum State Park.

The information contained in this media advisory has been thoroughly researched and obtained from sources believed to be reliable. Every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. The Florida Attractions Association cannot accept responsibility for any errors or omissions.