Nature Centers

To conduct a comprehensive environmental education program that will instill in its participants a basic understanding of our natural world and motivate them to seek the best the methods of protecting it.

Historical Society

Botanical Garden, Children's, History, Library

MCKEE BOTANICAL GARDEN HAS SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE… COME EXPLORE & DISCOVER THE MANY WONDERS OF MCKEE McKee Botanical Garden, which is located on an 18-acre tropical hammock in beautiful Vero Beach features something for all ages. In 2021, the Garden will celebrate its 20th Anniversary since reopening in 2001. McKee Botanical Garden is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to nurture and enhance a historic garden in a unique tropical setting for the education, enjoyment and enrichment of all. McKee Botanical Garden is located at 350 US Highway 1 in Vero Beach. McKee Botanical Garden is known for its horticulture beauty where native plants and exotic botanicals combine with Old Florida charm.

Archaeology, Art, Natural History, Nature Centers

The Indian River County Historical Society is chartered to preserve, restore and maintain in a cooperative effort the historical resources of the county and state.

History

The Heritage Center was originally built in 1935 as the “Community Building”. During WWII an addition was built and this addition now houses the Indian River Citrus Museum. The museum has a small exhibit on the history of the citrus industry in the county and its continuing importance today.

History

Archaeology, History

Information on - History of 1715 Spanish Plate Fleet

Art

The Vero Beach Museum of Art opened its doors in 1986 and is the largest cultural arts facility of its kind on Florida's Treasure Coast. This accredited Museum offers state, national, and regional art exhibitions, a sculpture garden, studio classes, gallery tours, museum store, workshops, seminars, film studies, family events, and cultural celebrations.