At the Museum
An Engaging Experience
The Richard and Pat Johnson Palm Beach County History Museum is self-guided. In addition, docent-led tours are available on a first-come, first-served basis to enhance your visit.
Schedule A Tour
Tours last 60-90 minutes. Options are described here. If you still have questions, contact:
Rhonda Gordon, Director of Outreach and Volunteer Services
(561) 832-4164 ext. 109
rgordon@pbchistory.org
State Standards
The Johnson History Museum is an approved School District of Palm Beach County Field Experience Site, meeting these state standards:
- SS.5.C.2.3
- SS.6.C.2.1
- SS.7.C.2.1
- SS.7.C.2.2
- SS.7.C.2.3
- SS.7.C.2.4
- SS.7.C.2.5
- SS.7.C.2.6
- SS.7.C.2.7
- SS.7.C.2.8
- SS.7.C.2.9
- SS.7.C.2.10
- SS.7.C.2.11
- SS.7.C.2.12
- SS.7.C.2.13
- SS.7.C.2.14
- SS.8.C.1.1
- SS.8.C.1.1
- SS.8.C.1.5
- SS.8.C.1.6
- SS.912.C.2.1
- SS.912.C.2.2
- SS.912.C.2.3
- SS.912.C.2.4
- SS.912.C.2.5
- SS.912.C.2.7
- SS.912.C.2.8
- SS.912.C.2.9
- SS.912.C.2.11
- SS.912.C.2.13
- SS.912.C.2.14
- SS.912.C.2.15
Tour Options
Our docents will introduce you to the museum’s permanent People and Place galleries, the annual special exhibit, and the Historic Courtroom. Learn about the history of Palm Beach County; the architectural elements of the neoclassical, revival-style courthouse; and the elements of government.
Educators:
The following guides will help you prepare for your tour of the Johnson History Museum.
Johnson History Museum – Teacher’s Guide
Architectural Tour of 1916 Palm Beach County Courthouse – Teacher’s Guide
This tour is for middle- and high-school students and combines a shortened tour of the galleries with a first-hand civics lesson that challenges students. Participants receive a script ahead of time for a case relevant to their world. Students role-play as trial attorneys, witnesses, clerks, and bailiffs, while gaining a better understanding of law, court procedures, and our criminal and civil justice system. Advance preparation by students is required.
During the summer months, we add fun elements and new information to our Standard Tour to engage children who visit with a summer camp and may have already experienced the museum during the school year.
