Several industries have a significant economic impact on Flagler County. None more so than agriculture. Our county is a center for agriculture.

Agriculture

Did you know that Flagler County produces potatoes for a variety of nationwide chip companies? The Flagler area has a unique niche in the potato world. The location of the county allows us to produce potatoes at a part of the annual season when no other domestic supplier is still producing.

Add that our cabbage crop represents 35% of the national market and our agriculture industry is a $412.9 million a year industry.  See the Flagler County's Agricutural Profile for more information.

The museum is located 17 miles south of St. Augustine on the corner of Old Kings Road and U.S. Highway One in northeastern Flagler County.

 

Visitors to the museum can visit the archaeological site of John Hewitt's water powered sawmill, a fully restored 1890s pioneer homestead, a turn of the last century Dry Goods Store, five restored buildings from a 1930s Depression-Era citrus business, and a 5,000 square foot dairy barn formerly belonging to Governor of Florida, Millard Caldwell.

 

All of these buildings were moved from their original locations and renovated with grant funds provided by the Florida Department of State, Division of Historical Resources.

 

In addition to preserving Florida's agricultural past, the museum is also active in the conservation of heritage livestock including rare Florida Cracker Cattle and Horses. The Florida Agricultural Museum provides a fun and educational experience for all ages.