Mail orders and major credit cards are accepted. Volunteer Opportunities Museum activities are supported by an enthusiastic corps of nearly 150 volunteers, from teens to seniors, who offer time and energy on a regular basis or during special events. They also play major roles in coordinating special projects such as Death By Chocolate, the Museum's annual fund raiser, and the San Luis Heritage Festival. The Museum recognizes these hard-working helpers each year with awards, parties, and other unique activities. Contact the Volunteer Coordinator for additional information.
Borrowers are responsible for return shipping costs.
A catalog describing rental details and exhibit themes is available from the TREX Coordinator . Approximately 20,000 middle and high school students in 22 counties competed in the 1997 Florida History Fair, which the Museum annually sponsors in consort with the National History Day program. Winners of district-level competitions meet in Tallahassee in May to vie for statewide honors and the chance to represent the state in the national competition. In association with History Fair, the Florida Secretary of State also presents history awards to outstanding teachers and elementary students. Contact the History Fair Coordinator for a packet of materials that includes tips for getting started, suggestions for topics and activities, and a timeline of important dates in the 1998 competition.