Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park
Fee required
Wheelchair accessible
A state park and folk culture center honoring American composer Stephen Foster, located on the banks of the Suwannee River, preserving Florida's folk history.

📜 State park and folk culture center on the Suwannee River, honoring American composer Stephen Foster.
🔍 Features a museum, carillon, and various outdoor activities.

Why Go

🎶 Enjoy Foster's music from the 97-bell carillon
🚶‍♀️ Explore miles of scenic trails for hiking and biking
🛶 Canoe or kayak on the legendary Suwannee River
🖼️ Discover exhibits on Foster's songs and personal items
🏕️ Offers camping and cabin stays
🎉 Hosts the Florida Folk Festival and other special events

Why Avoid

⚠️ Park Store and Craft Village are currently closed (effective May 1, 2025)

Tips

🗓️ Visit during Memorial Day weekend for the Florida Folk Festival.
📞 Contact the Park Store for building rental information.

Cost

💰 Admission: $5 per vehicle, $4 single occupant, $2 pedestrians/bicyclists. Camping and cabin fees apply.

Hours

🕒 Park: Daily 8 a.m. to sundown. Museum & Carillon Tower: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Park Store: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (closed 12-1 p.m. for lunch).

🅿️ Parking

Available on-site.

🚻 Toilets

Restroom facilities available.

♿ Wheelchair

Accessible amenities available.

🐕 Dog

Pets allowed.

Last updated 3 days ago

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