Gilbert’s Bar House of Refuge
Fee required
Wheelchair accessible
In a time before lifeguards, this house was a sanctuary for the shipwrecked.

📜 Historic House of Refuge, oldest surviving building in Martin County, now a museum.
🔍 Originally built in 1876 to aid shipwrecked sailors along Florida's coast.

Why Go

🏛️ Explore a unique historical site and museum
🌊 Learn about shipwreck life-saving and maritime heritage
🐢 Discover a refuge for sea turtles since the 1960s
🤿 Snorkel or dive the Georges Valentine shipwreck 100 yards offshore

Tips

🅿️ Parking available at the museum.
♿ ADA-accessible for visitors.

Cost

💰 Adults $8, seniors $7, children $6 (under 6 free).

Hours

🕒 Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.

  • 4 p.m., Sunday 1 p.m.
  • 4 p.m.

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