Kirk Collection
1600 Red Barber PlazaTallahassee FL 32310
(850) 487-3086
A 300-piece collection of antique radios, record players and music boxes from the 1920s through the late 1960s. Accumulated over 60 years by Florida State University alumnus and retired radio broadcaster Jim Kirk. Housed in the WFSU Broadcast Center, the collection includes a 1950s RCA Nipper dog, 1933 Emerson Mickey Mouse radio and vintage Hopalong Cassidy items. Open 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Thursday and 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Friday-Saturday.
Go to WebsiteA 300-piece collection of antique radios, record players and music boxes from the 1920s through the late 1960s. Accumulated over 60 years by Florida State University alumnus and retired radio broadcaster Jim Kirk. Housed in the WFSU Broadcast Center, the collection includes a 1950s RCA Nipper dog, 1933 Emerson Mickey Mouse radio and vintage Hopalong Cassidy items. Open 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Thursday and 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Friday-Saturday.
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Happy President’s Day Weekend from Florida’s Capital City! 🇺🇸✨
As a featured stop on the road to America’s Semiquincentennial (2026), the Florida Historic Capitol Museum is the best place to reflect on George Washington’s legacy and Florida`s role in American history. Take a closer look at the iconic `Lansdowne Portrait` of our first president. This stunning 1935 reproduction by Emmaline Buchholz captures the grandeur of Washington’s presidency.
📍 Florida Historic Capitol Museum
Weekend plans? Solved. ✅
🇺🇸 In celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, admission is waived at @MissionSanLuis starting today through Sunday. It’s the perfect opportunity to explore the council house, meet the living history interpreters, and experience life in Florida`s Apalachee-Spanish History Museum.
📆 When: Friday, Feb. 13 – Sunday, Feb. 15
⚠️ Note: The site is closed on Mondays.
📍 Where: Mission San Luis
POV: You found the real-life Secret Garden. 🌺✨
The bloom season at Maclay Gardens is officially underway. Occurring now through April 30, with the floral peak in late February.
Have you been out to see the blooms yet this year?
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🎭✨ Now in February! ✨🎭
It’s time for the 2026 Free Shakespeare in the Park Festival at Cascades Park! From bold performances to special access experiences, here’s everything coming your way next week:
🌪️ Festival Production: The Tempest
Under the stars at the Adderley Amphitheater, experience Shakespeare’s magical tale of power, forgiveness, and wonder starring William Ragsdale of Fright Night and Herman’s Head fame.
🎓 The Bardlings present The Winter’s Tale
Our talented student actors (rising grades 6–12) take the stage before the evening performances on Feb. 21 and 22—don’t miss this joyful, moving production.
🤟 ASL-Interpreted Performances
Saturday, Feb. 21 – Enjoy The Tempest with American Sign Language interpretation at 7:30 PM
Sunday, Feb. 22 - Enjoy The Winter’s Tale with American Sign Language interpretation at 5:30 PM
👋 Touch Tours (guided experiences for blind and partially sighted audience members)
• Saturday, Feb. 21 @ 3:00 PM – The Winter’s Tale (Bardlings)
• Sunday, Feb. 22 @ 3:00 PM – The Tempest
Participants can explore the set, costumes, and props and meet members of the cast and creative team.
👑 Kids’ Kingdom & Pre-Show Fun
Arrive at 4 PM on Feb. 21 and 22 to enjoy family-friendly activities, crafts, demonstrations, and food trucks before the shows begin.
🪑 Seat Reservations Available
The Festival is always free and open to the public, but you can reserve a specific seat in the amphitheater for a small fee.
📍 Location: Cascades Park, Tallahassee
📅 February 19 - 22
Festival FAQs, cast lists, volunteer sign-ups, and full details are live here: SouthernShakes.org (link in bio)
✨ Gather your friends, pack a blanket, and join us—Shakespeare season has officially begun!
🌸 Spring in Tallahassee = sunshine, adventure, and endless ways to explore! With over 700 miles of scenic trails and bloom-filled parks, it’s the best season for outdoor festivals, live music, and fresh flavors at award-winning breweries and outdoor patios.
✨ Plan your next getaway at VisitTallahassee.com
A testament to resilience, Black excellence, and the power of community. 🏛️✨
The historic John G. Riley House stands as the last surviving structure of Tallahassee’s Smokey Hollow neighborhood—and this Black History Month, there is even more reason to visit.
1️⃣ New Exhibit Opening: Starting Feb. 12, experience African Americans in Tallahassee: The World Wars and Post-War Life. Through photos, artifacts, and biographies, this free exhibit reveals the untold stories of how global conflict shaped lives at home and laid the groundwork for the modern Civil Rights Movement.
2️⃣ Official Road Trip Stop: The museum has been named a featured destination on the Great Florida Road Trip, celebrating America`s Semiquincentennial (250th Anniversary)! 🇺🇸
🚗 visittallahassee.com/blog/celebrating-america-250-a-journey-through-tallahassee-history/
📍 Location: 419 E. Jefferson St.
🎟️ Admission: Free
⏰ Hours: Tues–Thurs, 10 AM – 4 PM
🔗 https://www.rileymuseum.org (link in bio)
From heavy athletics to finish lines, this weekend in Tallahassee is for the bold. 💨🏃💪
We are looking at a stacked lineup of events across the Capital City. Whether you`re cheering on marathoners, watching the country`s strongest stone lifters, or shredding urban trails, get out and experience the action!
📅 The Weekend Lineup:
🏴 Tallahassee Highland Games (Feb 7-8): Apalachee Regional Park transforms into the Scottish Highlands. Catch the "Mane Event" beard competition, heavy athletics, and bagpipe bands.
🏙️ Urban Gorilla (Feb 8): The legendary urban mountain bike ride takes over the streets and trails.
🏅 Tallahassee Marathon (Feb 8): 26.2 miles of grit and glory.
The secret is out (and it’s on the cover!). 🤫🍽️
We are thrilled to be featured as the cover story for @goodgritmag`s new Spring Issue, highlighting Tallahassee as "The South’s Unexpected Food City".
Swipe ➡️ to see a sneak peek, and then grab your copy of the Spring issue at goodgritmag.com.
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🍴 stylist: @allenearnold_fntp