Pensacola Museum of History — in Pensacola, FL

Housed inside the former City Hall, the T.T. Wentworth Jr. Florida State Museum is the crowning glory of the Historic Pensacola complex. Dating back to 1907, the historic City Hall boasts a splendid Mediterranean Revival style of architecture and is a treasured piece of the city's colorful past. Inside, the museum houses a set of permanent and temporary exhibits that chronicle life in the Florida Panhandle over the years. One floor of the museum is dedicated to its namesake and showcases his eclectic collection, donated to the city with the promise of giving it a permanent home. The museum's varied mix of archaeological finds and historical artifacts make for an intriguing glimpse into the region's history, appealing to the interest of both young and old. The building itself is a thing of beauty and features prominently as a part of various architectural tours. Visit the museum for a look at modern-day Florida through the perspective of that past.