Pitchford Treasure Chest
Come see this amazing former buried treasure chest made of iron and what was learned about it.
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Exhibits
The permanent exhibits on display at the museum, from a buried iron treasure chest to Seminole clothing, school yearbooks and the soda fountain from a downtown drug store. Each exhibit page tells you what you will see, why it matters and which objects, stories and videos go with it.
Exhibits list
Americana
Life in Stuart during the pioneer days, including clothing and everyday household items.
Seminole Indians
One of the finest collections of authentic clothing, dolls, tools and artifacts from Florida's Seminole Indians.
School Memorabilia
Yearbooks, photos, football trophies, school books, etc., relating to the elementary through high schools in Martin County.
Artifacts (Business and Personal)
Antiques from numerous historical locations in Stuart including a large postcard collection, the furniture from the Kimberley and France Apts., the Dyer…
Celebrities’ Memorabilia
Frances Langford, Ralph Evinrude, Jon Hall and Zack Mosley.
Sailfishing and Agriculture
Stuart was famous for pineapple production, flower farms, cattle ranches and its great sport fishing, making it the "Sailfish Capital."
Local Government
The elected officials, chiefs of police and county sheriffs, the fire department and the area's most notorious criminals: John Ashley and his…
Art Work
Several examples of local artwork of historical locations across the city and county.
Photos
A large collection of photos over the decades of the places and people of Stuart, Jensen Beach, Palm City, Indiantown, Hobe Sound,…