The Sanibel Historical Museum and Village presents the first Twilight Talk of the 2025 Season on Tuesday, January 21st, 2025 at 7:00 pm at the Sanibel Community House. Join us to hear new stories from long-time Islanders about the City of Sanibel, its iconic Sanibel Lighthouse and even the Sanibel Historical Museum & Village.
Andrea Miller is the evening’s emcee. She is the Director of the City of Sanibel Recreation Center and Chair of the City of Sanibel’s 50th Anniversary Committee. Andrea enjoys deep Island roots. Her great-grandparents came in the 1940’s. Andrea’s grandparents arrived in the 1950’s and lived for many years on the Bay in Miss Charlotta’s Teahouse next to Bailey’s General Store. Her dad, Ray Rhodes, grew up on Sanibel and served as the City’s first police officer.
Guests will be treated to frozen custard from The Shack of Sanibel. Cash bar is also available.
Tickets are $20 per person and may be purchased on the museum’s website in advance. Limited tickets will be available at the door.
Free parking is available at, and in lots near, the Sanibel Community House.
The Sanibel Historical Museum & Village is open Tuesday – Saturday 10:00 am – 4:00 pm with last admission at 3:00 pm. Admission is $15.00 for adults aged 19 and over; Youth age 18 and under are FREE.
Annual Memberships are available with levels beginning at $40. Member benefits include free admittance of site visits.
The Village Gift Shop in Shore Haven is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00am to 3:00pm. Admission is not required to visit the Shop.
Founded in 1984, the Village is excited to welcome visitors during its 41st year of preserving, sharing, and celebrating Sanibel’s history. The 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 is located on Sanibel Island at 950 Dunlop Road (next to Big Arts) and parking is free.
The Sanibel Historical Museum and Village operates as a non-profit organization.
Visit the Village’s website for more information: www.sanibelmuseum.org and follow us on Facebook and Instagram for upcoming events and programs.
