Sanibel Historical Museum & Village Announces New Schedule

Following the annual end of summer closure, the Village announces it is re-opening on Wednesday, October 15 with new schedules and ticket prices. 

Days of Operation:  Wednesday through Sunday

October 15, 2025  through January 4, 2026      

May 1 through  July 31, 2026      

10:00am to 2:00pm                    

January 7 through April 30, 2026

 10:00am to 4:00pm

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

CLOSED August 1 to mid-October, 2026

Ticket Prices: 

Self-Guided Tour:  

Adults (19+):   $15                                                                   

Teens (13-18): $10                                                                 

Youth (6-12):    $  5                                                                   

Children (5 & under): FREE             

 Daily Guided Tour (upon availability): 

Adult (19+): $20

Teen (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.

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.

Annual Memberships are available with levels beginning at $50.  Member benefits include free self-guided visits and 20% discount on museum gift shop merchandise. We welcome donations to support our mission to preserve, share and celebrate Sanibel’s history.

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.

The Sanibel Historical Museum & Village operates as a non-profit organization.

Visit the Village’s website for more information and to sign up for our E-Newsletter: www.sanibelmuseum.org. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram!