Join Us for the Opening of Our New Exhibit This Friday!

Meet Our Speaker

Nick Deonas

Born and raised in Fernandina Beach, Nick Deonas has dedicated his life to the community. After working in his father’s boatbuilding business, he served in the U.S. Army (1964–1967) and later spent 16 years in public service as a Nassau County official.

Now the CFO of Best Friends Companion Care, Nick is also one of the last wooden boatbuilders on Amelia Island, sharing maritime history through lectures and handcrafted wood art made from local materials. His deep knowledge and passion make him a treasured storyteller of Amelia Island’s past!

Join Nick for the opening of the new quarterly exhibit and discover the art of traditional boatbuilding!

Following the lecture, attendees will enjoy exclusive access to the exhibit along with complimentary food and beverages.

Date: Friday, March 21
Time: 6 PM
Cost: Suggested donation of $5 for members and $10 for nonmembers

Seating is limited on a first-come, first-served basis. This program is wheelchair accessible.

To learn more, contact Isabelle at [email protected] or at (904) 261-7378 x.102.

Replay Our Past Programs

Brown Bag Lunch: The Timucua and Other Indigenous Peoples of Amelia Island with Keith Ashley

3rd and 3rd: James R. Anthony: The Banker Who Shaped Florida’s History with Vic DiGenti

Celebrating Our Members!

Our annual membership party was a huge success this year, with 87 attendees joining us for some March Madness fun!

Thank you to Bill Ivins and Dale Cooper for providing us with tunes for the evening and to the membership team for pulling this party together.  

A big THANK YOU to all our members! Your support goes a long way towards helping us manage our operational budget.  

Not a member yet? Call us at (904) 261-7378 x.100 or stop by the museum in person to purchase a membership. Learn more at https://ameliamuseum.org/membership/.

22nd Annual Charity Golf Tournament

Join us on Friday, April 4, 2025, at Fernandina Beach Golf Club for a day of golf, fun, and community support.

Every player receives a prize!

Your entry includes 18 holes of golf, a cart, a putting contest, on-course prizes, a raffle, a silent auction, and dinner—plus a pre-tournament reception at the Museum on Thursday, April 3rd.

New this year: Our auction is online, so even if you don’t golf, you can still bid on great items!

All proceeds benefit the Museum’s educational programs, exhibits, and operations, which rely on community contributions.

To learn more, register, or become a sponsor, visit www.birdease.com/aimhcharitygolf.

Ghost Tour Every Friday

Tiptoe through dark streets and step into history as your guide brings the past to life. This one-hour, 14-block tour is perfect for brave souls with good walking shoes!

Details:

Event Date: Every Friday
Tour Time: 6 PM
Cost: $15 Adults / $10 Children (6-17)
Tickets: At the museum, online at ameliamuseum.org/ghost-tour, or on-site with exact change
Departure: Behind St. Peter's Episcopal Church, in front of the cemetery