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Heritage Museum Of Northwest Florida

Heritage Museum Of Northwest Florida
115 Westview Avenue
850-678-2615

Mission Statement:

The mission of the Heritage Museum of Northwest Florida is to collect and preserve material culture pertaining to the region's history; to interpret its economic and social history, including the relationship between the region's human population and its natural resources, through research, exhibits, and educational programs; and to provide public access to its collections for research purposes.

About Us:

The Heritage Museum is located on the original main street of Valparaiso, Florida. The oldest part of the building was the second home of Valparaiso State (now Vanguard) Bank. In 1964, the building became the first home of Okaloosa-Walton (Junior) College.

The Heritage Museum opened its doors in 1971. The Museum is operated by the Heritage Museum Association, Inc. and is funded by membership dues, donations, and grants from the State of Florida, Okaloosa County, and the City of Valparaiso


Recent News

Heritage Museum of Northwest Florida News: Hiring

We have an opening for a part time museum aide. 12 to 15 hours per week, Saturdays included. We're looking for an individual interested in history, comfortable with social media and computers. Duties include visitor services: greeting visitors,…

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Heritage Museum of Northwest Florida News - June 28, 2024

Help Us Complete the New Room at the Heritage Museum of NWF! Dear Friends and Supporters, We are excited to share that the Heritage Museum of Northwest Florida is in the final stages of a significant expansion! Our new room addition, which will…

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Help Us Expand Our Heritage Museum!

We are thrilled to announce that the Heritage Museum has received a generous grant from Impact 100 to help fund a new addition to our building! This expansion will allow us to showcase more of our community's rich history and offer enhanced…

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Heritage Museum of Northwest Florida News - October 28, 2023

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Heritage Museum Of Northwest Florida News - October 6, 2023

The Heritage Museum of Northwest Florida is a finalist for the Arts and Culture area. Thus was announced on Wednesday, Oct 4 at Legendary Marina. From left to right: Carly Barnes, Impact 100 President; Kim Broughton, Impact 100 Arts and Culture…

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Heritage Museum of Northwest Florida News - October 7, 2023

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Heritage Museum of Northwest Florida News - October 7, 2023

2nd place: Most Spirited: Heritage Museum of NW Florida.. Our theme was "Red , White and Blue, Flag History For you." 4th place: Judges choice: Pallet Bar and Grill for their brisket 2nd place: People's choice: Pallet Bar and Grill for…

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Heritage Museum of Northwest Florida News - October, 2023

Christmas in October Learn how to make a hand-made bobbin lace trimming for a Christmas ornament. This beginner class includes all materials, use of tools, & instruction to make the ornament (shown below). Register today - 850-678-2615 115…

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Heritage Museum Of Northwest Florida News - September 6,2023

On September 6th, 2023, the Daughters of American Colonists will have a meeting featuring Margaret Nichols. She will be speaking on colonial quilts from 1607 through 1774. You're welcome to come and stay for the program as it is free to the public.…

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Heritage Museum Of Northwest Florida News - July 8, 2023

The Heritage Museum of NWF is taking Summer Camp registrations for July 2023. The 1st week is FULL. The 2nd week will be for grades 3-6 and will run from Mon. July 17-Fri. July 21. We will have an arrival time of 9:45 AM and will end daily at 1:00…

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Heritage Museum Of Northwest Florida The Latest News - June 23, 2023

The Heritage Museum of NWF thanks each one of you for your valuable contribution to the Railgun exhibit! All the scouts participating were from Troop 553, they are located in Bluewater Bay. The scouts ranged in age from 11–18-year-olds, all at…

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Heritage Museum Of Northwest Florida The Latest News - June 12, 2023

The Heritage Museum of NWF is taking Summer Camp registrations for July 2023. The 1st week will be for grades K-2 and will run from July Mon. 10- Fri 14. The 2nd week will be for grades 3-6 and will run from Mon. July 17-Fri. July 21. Both weeks…

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Heritage Museum Of Northwest Florida The Latest News - May 23, 2023

Summer Camp registration is now Open! The Museum has 2 weeks of Summer Camp with the 1st week being for Grades K-2 and the 2nd week being for Grades 3-6. You must pay for the whole week as we no longer offer individually priced summer camp days. $85…

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Heritage Museum Of Northwest Florida The Latest News - December 14, 2022

Call The Heritage Museum today to register for the Annual Mardi Gras Golf Scramble. 850-678-2615 OR visit us online at heritage-museum.org. Registration Form and details attached below for convenient printing. What: Heritage Museum Annual Mardi…

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Heritage Museum Of Northwest Florida The Latest News - December 6, 2022

The Heritage Museum of NWF is all decorated for Christmas so come by and see the lights for yourself! Our Formal Annual Members Meeting will take place on Dec. 8th at the Museum for 6 PM. Don't forget to visit us on Dec. 10th for Free Admission all…

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Heritage Museum Of Northwest Florida The Latest News - December 7, 2022

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Heritage Museum Of Northwest Florida The Latest News - December 7, 2022

The Heritage Museum will be doing Letters to Santa on Dec. 10 during Yule of Yesteryear. Come for the Kids Crafts and stay for the Hands-on Discovery Room. Our Head Elf and Santas Helpers will make sure your little one's letters make it straight to…

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Heritage Museum of Northwest Florida - The latest News - September 23, 2022

Come learn the techniques of mosaics with Kathleen Nehus. All supplies are included however, you may bring in any old jewelry to incorporate it into your new work of art. DATES AND TIME: October 1st & October 8th. 10:00AM-1:00PM COST:$40 for…

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