provided to The Santiva Chronicle
The Sanibel Historical Museum and Village announces it is reopening on Wednesday, Oct. 15, with new schedules and ticket prices. The Village will be open Wednesdays to Sundays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 15 to Jan. 4, 2026 and May 1 to July 31, 2026; and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Jan. 7 to April 30, 2026. The last ticket and gift shop sales are one hour prior to closing.
The new ticket prices are as follows:
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, call 239-472-4648 or email info@sanibelmuseum.org.
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 visits to eight historic buildings, each displaying numerous artifacts that tell engaging stories. Much of the site is handicap accessible. The Rutland House remains closed post-Hurricane Ian.
Annual Memberships are available with levels beginning at $50. Member benefits include free self-guided visits and a 20% discount on museum gift shop merchandise. We welcome donations to support our mission of preserving, sharing, and celebrating Sanibel’s history.
The Village Gift Shop in Shore Haven is open according to its regular schedule. Admission is not required to shop. Much of the merchandise is by local authors, artists, and entrepreneurs.


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