A Note from the Director

Dear Friends:

April is here and with it, one of our community's favorite events! Springing the Blues is in its 33rd year of bringing nationally and internationally known blues artists to our shore. The Beaches Museum hosts two events associated with and supported by Springing the Blues.

First, our Chapel Concert on Thursday is the unofficial kickoff to Spring in the Blues, where Yates McKendree will take the Chapel stage just a day before he takes the main stage at the festival! And on Saturday, we host Springing the Blooms, a fun and family-friendly event that features two great educational lectures, booths with hands-on activities, and even a chance to pet chickens and bunnies! Enjoy our event and then walk on over to the festival!

The month starts off strong and will wrap up with another longtime favorite, the Fletcher All-Class Block Party! Get your tickets now and enjoy this Fletcher themed fundraiser for the Museum!

As always, thank you for your support and we look forward to seeing you at the Museum!

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Chris Hoffman
Executive Director

Current Exhibit - Salt Run and the Sea: Art of Jenna Alexander

In a continued celebration of local artists, Beaches Museum is proud to present the work of Jenna Alexander.

Immerse yourself in Jenna Alexander’s visions of nature in oil on canvas. Capturing the beauty of our region’s tranquility with dreamy, impressionistic vistas and compositions, her pieces begin as photos taken on contemplative treks through nature. In each piece, Alexander preserves and shares the textures and tones of these fleeting moments from her solitary hikes. From the humble oyster to the vast ocean, Salt Run and the Sea honors and evokes the serenity evident in all aspects of Northeast Florida’s great wilderness.

On exhibit until June 22, 2025.

Museum Member Deal of the Month: Just Spring Things!

For the entire month of April, we're springing into action to celebrate the Spring season and all the fun in the sun that comes with it! This month, our Museum Member Deal applies to Stuck in the Mud by Ruth Lewis and Flavia Chaves Fleckenstein, rainbow prisms, and sun art paper kits.

Museum members only can save 15% on these great gifts for kids or grandkids. Sun art is a perfect outdoor activity for the season. Paired with the rainbow light crystal prism, it makes a great backyard STEAM lesson! Pick these up at Springing the Blooms or visit the gift store any time this month to redeem your member-exclusive discount.

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Gallery Tour - Salt Run and the Sea: Art of Jenna Alexander

April 19, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Saturday, April 19 at 11:00 AM, join Jenna Alexander in the gallery for a personal tour of her exhibit, Salt Run and the Sea!

Meet the artist, learn the story behind each piece, ask about the process, and immerse yourself in her work as she guides us through her artistic vision and shares what it means to her.

Register now to attend! All events are free to Museum members with a $5 suggested donation for non-members. 

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Fletcher All-Class Block Party

Presented by Ocean State Air Conditioning and Heating

April 26, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Saturday, April 26 from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM, join us for a gathering of Fletcher graduates, faculty and supporters from across the decades for a celebration of the Beaches' only high school featuring live music from a local band, dancing, food trucks, and much more.

All proceeds from your purchase of tickets, a reserved table, or a class sponsorship for the Fletcher All-Class Block Party support the Beaches Museum and make our mission to preserve and share the distinct history and culture of the Beaches area possible.

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PROCTOR ACE HARDWARE

Partner Spotlight: Proctor Ace Hardware

We are proud to call Proctor Ace Hardware a friend of the Beaches Museum. From Christmas lights to fence paints, Proctor Ace is our first stop for anything we need to keep the Museum looking its best.

More than just a reliable supplier, Proctor Ace is a long-time Museum supporter and sponsor of beloved Museum events from Fletcher All-Class Block Party to Train Day.

Proctor Ace even sponsored our Park Improvement Day (pictured right) to help keep the History Park looking great! Thank you to Proctor Ace team fr

Leave Your Mark! Buy a Brick!

Show your Beaches Museum pride, memorialize a loved one, or celebrate something special by having your message displayed on a commemorative brick to be installed inside our Train Enclosure.

Engraved on your brick could be a name, a message, a business, or something else entirely! Whatever you decide, your brick will serve as a visible reminder of your commitment to the Museum and the Beaches area.

Every brick has a story. Write yours and make your mark as a part of the Beaches Museum. History is in the making, and this is your chance to memorialize the things that matter most to you. Your brick will be a place where the past meets the future in a perfectly preserved moment as a permanent part of Beaches history.

The 4”x 8”x 2 ¼” bricks are engraved using state-of-the-art laser technology and they are all guaranteed for life. Each brick is $100, and each purchase supports the Museum in our mission to preserve and share Beaches history.

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Support the Museum through Membership!

Membership at the Beaches Museum is a great way to show your support!

Join us in preserving, understanding, and celebrating the history of the Beaches – become a member of the Beaches Museum. Join now, and you receive all the benefits of membership, including access to historic buildings, the Beaches Museum, and rotating exhibits showcasing the colorful heritage of our Beaches communities.

You can become a member of Beaches Museum on our website. You can also donate directly to the Museum. When you choose to donate, you can select a project that most interests you, including the Chapel Preservation Fund, the Jean McCormick Founders Fund, or the Museum’s General Fund.

Join or Renew!

Beaches Museum Legacy Circle

Help ensure a future for our past by making a planned gift or a gift to our endowment! 

To learn more about remembering the Museum in your will or contributing to the future sustainability of our organization, please contact Chris at 904-241-5657 x 113 or [email protected].

Save the Date!

May 1

Boardwalk Talk:

Preserving Florida's Heritage

with Dr. Leslee Keys

May 8

Chapel Concert:

MillaJohn's BlueSoul

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