Hidden Treasures in Jacksonville

Discover the side of Jacksonville with all of its hidden treasures, the types of places that locals frequent but few visitors know about. From a museum filled with awe-inspiring original manuscripts, to one of America's Best Dogparks, Jacksonville has its fair share of unique and interesting places to visit.

Jacksonville Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum

Did you know one philanthropist has amassed thousands of historical manuscripts, and has them on display throughout nine museums in the U.S.? Seeing is believing at the Jacksonville Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum, where you'll find the original draft of the "Bill of Rights," the original manuscripts of "The Wedding March" and Einstein's "Theory of Relativity," among many others. Learn more...

Address: 101 West 1st St., Jacksonville, FL 32206 - MAP
Phone: (904) 356-2992
Web: www.rain.org

Enjoy theater infused with the African-American experience at the Stage Aurora Theatrical Company. The critically acclaimed venue is one of Florida's leading production companies specializing in African-American dramas, comedies, and musicals. Learn more...

Address: 5188 Norwood Ave., Jacksonville, FL 32208 - MAP
Phone: (904) 765-7372
Web: www.stageaurora.org

Get an up close view of life during and after the Civil War at the Kingsley Plantation, a former estate where free blacks and private owners lived until it fell under ownership to the State of Florida in 1955. The main house and slave cabins are preserved for historical tours.

Address: 11676 Palmetto Ave., Jacksonville, FL 32226 - MAP
Phone: (904) 251-3537
Web: www.nps.gov

Has this place gone to the dogs? You bet! Check out Dog Wood Park, one of America's Best Dog Parks, according to Dog Fancy magazine. This 42-acre swim and play park is completely fenced in for safety. You and your canine friends will love it!

Address: 7407 Salisbury Rd., Jacksonville, FL 32256 - MAP
Phone: (904) 296-3636
Web: www.jaxdogs.com

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Friendship Fountain

Address: 1015 Museum Circle, Jacksonville, FL 32207 - MAP
Phone: (904) 630-2489
Web: www.jaxfountain.com

Jacksonville Maritime Museum

Address: 1015 Museum Cir., Jacksonville, FL 32207 - MAP
Phone: (904) 398-9011
Web: www.jaxmaritimemuseum.org

Ritz Theatre

Address: 829 N. Davis St. Jacksonville, FL 32202 - MAP
Phone: (904) 632-5555
Web: www.ritzjacksonville.com

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