Best places: Museums in Lakeland, United States

Music recordings, a simulated tornado & other interactive exhibits featured at state history museum.

Visitors can take guided tours of this rugged stone mansion completed in 1891 for a railway magnate.

Completed in 1902, this ornate former government building now houses art & history exhibits.

Built in 1905, this beaux arts–influenced building serves as the seat of the state's government.

👍👍 Loved taking my mom here. Was a total surprise to her at 81 years old and the biggest Viking fan I've known! DREAM? Fran Tarkington! WISH? Adam Thielen! Tried to get her to a game, but this was just as much a surprise for her. Thank you to the staff Peter and Scott were wonderful to make this day sp...

Museum since 1907 exploring the sciences via hands-on exhibits & movies in an IMAX dome theater.

Interactive transportation museum featuring bus & railway exhibits & historic train cars.

👍👍 I visited the hangar during one of the dances they hosted. I had an absolute blast. There was so much amazing history on display, I had fun learning.

👍👍 Such a rich history and it's FREE It's like a step back in time. One afternoon will keep you coming back for more. Out buildings, museum, flea market and farmers market in the summer. Truly a gem not to be missed!!

Former governor’s mansion built in the 19th century in Victorian style, now serving as a museum.

Eight-sided house built in 1854 with Victorian-era furnishings, a scenic garden & museum gift shop.

👍👍 I visited with a cub scout pack and was amazed at the amount of scouting history on display. The tour leader was a wealth of information. I plan on returning when there isn't a large group of kids running around.