Henry Flagler Museum
Time Needed: 1-2 hours, half-day
Experience Type: innovation, museum
Built in 1902 for industrialist Henry Flagler and his wife, Whitehall is a magnificent 75-room Gilded Age mansion now preserved as a museum. Through art, architecture, and artifacts, the museum showcases Flagler’s vision, wealth, and influence in shaping modern Florida.
MUST-DO CHECKLIST
- Tour Whitehall Mansion – Explore the opulent 75-room estate with original furnishings and art via a docent-led or self-guided audio tour through the free Flagler Museum app.
- Step Aboard Railcar No. 91 – Visit the Flagler Kenan Pavilion to see Flagler’s private railcar, offering a glimpse into Gilded Age luxury train travel.
- Enjoy Afternoon Tea – Savor tea, scones, and pastries in the Railcar No. 91 Tea Room with stunning waterfront views across the Intracoastal Waterway.
- Explore the Grounds and Exhibitions – Stroll palm-lined paths overlooking the water and visit rotating exhibits highlighting Gilded Age art, design, and innovation.
- Picnic in the Cocoanut Grove – Relax under swaying palms and enjoy sandwiches, cookies, and iced tea from the Museum Store’s special picnic menu.
Itinerary Idea: Before or after your museum visit, unwind on a 90-minute Intracoastal boat tour around Palm Beach, West Palm Beach, and Peanut Island. Glide past waterfront mansions, hear stories of the rich and famous, and soak up the coastal breezes.
Photo Credit: Courtesy of Discover the Palm Beaches