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The Village Announces Expanded Hours

The Village Announces Expanded Hours Beginning Wednesday, January 7; Daily Volunteer Guided Tour Upon Availability at 10:30 am and 1:30 pm

Days of Operation: Wednesday through Sunday

Dates: January 7 through April 30, 2026
Hours: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Volunteer Guided Tour upon availability: 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.

Last ticket and Gift Shop sales are one hour prior to closing.

Ticket Prices

Self-Guided Tour
Adults (19+): $15
Teens (13-18): $10
Youth (6-12): $ 5
Children (5 & under): FREE

Guided-Tour (daily upon availability)

Adults (19+): $20
Teens (13-18): $15
Youth (6-12): $10
Children (5 & under): FREE

Scheduled Group Tours are available. For more information, please call 239-472-4648 or email at info@sanibelmuseum.org.

The Sanibel Historical Museum & Village is a 501(c)3 organization that relies on membership fees, admissions, and charitable donations. Donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law.

Founded in 1984, the Village is excited to welcome visitors during its 42nd year of preserving, sharing, and celebrating Sanibel’s history. The general tour experience includes an orientation video and eight historic buildings displaying numerous artifacts telling engaging stories. Much of the site is handicap accessible. The Rutland House remains closed post-Hurricane Ian.

The Village Gift Shop in Shore Haven is open during the regular schedule. Admission is not required to shop. Much of the merchandise is by local authors, artists and entrepreneurs.

The Village is located on Sanibel Island at 950 Dunlop Road (next to BIG ARTS) and parking is free.

Visit the Village’s website for more information about Sanibel’s history, events and programs during the 2025-2026 Season, and to sign up for our E-Newsletter: www.sanibelmuseum.org. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram!

PUNTA RASSA BEFORE THE BRIDGE

Feb 28, 2026

On Monday, March 9th, the volunteers at the Sanibel Historical Museum and Village will have an opportunity to learn the “real story” of Punta Rassa from the grandchildren of Leon Crumpler and Clyde Riddle.

History of a Florida “Cracker”

Jan 17, 2026

Before tourism, theme parks, and booming cities, there was the Florida Cracker. “Crackers” are named from the sharp crack of long braided whip used by Florida cowmen to drive cattle through dense brush.