History of Diving Museum

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4.8

( 8 reviews )

Museums, Art Museums, Science Museums

Open 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM See Hours

82990 Overseas Hwy, Islamorada, FL 33036, United States

+1 3056-649-737

The History of Diving Museum is a renowned institution that celebrates the captivating evolution of diving. This distinctive brand showcases a vast collection of artifacts and equipment that highlight the remarkable history and exploration of the underwater world. With a focus on educating and entertaining visitors, the museum offers an immersive experience that takes guests on a journey through time. From antique diving helmets to the evolution of scuba gear, the exhibits showcase the ingenuity and bravery of those who have ventured beneath the waves. The museum also features a well-stocked gift shop, allowing visitors to take home a piece of diving history. As a hub for diving enthusiasts and history buffs alike, the History of Diving Museum is a must-visit destination for anyone eager to delve into the fascinating world of underwater exploration.

Amenities and More

Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Toilets
Good for kids
Family friendly
Gender-neutral toilets
Live performances
Active military discounts

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Wayne pulver

March 22, 2024

Pros - Saturday afternoon stilly plenty of parking - Friendly They have scavenger hunt for kids. - nice gift shop Lots of interesting books and souvenirs. Cons - Pricing for Adults: $15 is acceptable, but Children 6-11: $7 is a bit too much. - air circulation is bad. an old dusty smell full of the room. —————— We bought ticket at the entrance. As a diver we find it enjoyable to know the history of diving. The entire room is not spacious. It’s not too crowded, only one other family group, so we can enjoy all the exhibition slowly. We spend almost 2 hrs there. We all had a good time.

Richard green

March 22, 2024

An incredible and well put-together museum about a niche topic! It's engaging, well formatted, and simply fun to learn about. There are numerous exhibits that I found interesting but I especially liked the wall of dive helmets narrated by one of the founders of the museum, Dr. Joe Bauer. It's worth a visit, even with no interest in diving

Harry nicolaou

March 22, 2024

I was honestly blown away by this museum. Incredible collection, laid out really well, and all the content is engaging, clear, and concise. It is small, but we spent over an hour soaking it all up. Well worth the price of admission!

Nancy knauss

March 22, 2024

One of the coolest museums I have ever been to for drivers and non divers alike. Lots of things to interact with. The staff were enthusiastic, knowledgeable and very welcoming. Thoroughly enjoyed!

Shane laclair

March 22, 2024

Great museum - if you’re doing a Keystone road trip and driving down to Key West, a stop by is very worth it. The staff is super friendly and the tour (it’s self guided) at your leisurely pace is full of interesting learnings about diving. You can fill an hour here if you soak it all in.

Mike m

March 22, 2024

A very interesting and well displayed museum. There is a wall of helmets from all over the world. There is an exhibit that gives a sort of chronological history of diving and the equipment used. There is even a scavenger hunt for kids. I think one of the coolest things they had that I've only ever seen in one other place was a narwhal tusk.

Kent pan

March 22, 2024

The museum was fun and informative. As scuba divers, it was interesting to learn the evolution of the equipment we use. Another plus…we were able to bring our dog with us.

Shan xie

March 22, 2024

Wonderful museum that has grown from a private collection of diving equipment and artifacts to a unique museum of everything connected to diving and saving from the sea. Visited with my husband and teenage daughter on a rainy December'23 day. Spent about 2 delightful hours there