Silver River Museum & Environmental Education Center

Silver River Museum & Environmental Education Center The Silver River Museum and Environmental Education Center is a program of Marion County Public Schools.

Call for Volunteers!If you like nature, history and meeting new people, then volunteering at the Silver River Museum is ...
08/25/2026

Call for Volunteers!

If you like nature, history and meeting new people, then volunteering at the Silver River Museum is the place for you!

We provide training, museum shirts and worker’s compensation insurance. Applicants must pass a background screening with Marion County Public Schools.

Current openings...


Blacksmith Shop – Demonstrate simple blacksmithing in the pioneer village blacksmith shop. There are openings for 4th grade fieldtrips on weekdays and Saturday village tours for the public during the cooler months.


Gardens and Grounds – There are several planted areas near the museum with Florida Natives and two gardens in the pioneer village in need of a “green thumb.” If you like plants, we could sure use your help.


Public Events – Help is always needed for big public events like Ocali Country Days. Volunteers work as museum and pioneer village docents, door greeters and help with hands-on craft activity stations.


Call (352) 236-5401 or email [email protected] for more information.

Come see how Silver Springs has changed!Don't miss the Ocali Country Days festival November 7-8, 2026 at the Silver Rive...
08/06/2026

Come see how Silver Springs has changed!

Don't miss the Ocali Country Days festival November 7-8, 2026 at the Silver River Museum.

www.SilverRiverMuseum.com for more information.

08/04/2026

A few highlights from a wonderful day with The ARC Marion County, FL! ❤️

Their curiosity, laughter, and excitement always make the museum a brighter place. We loved sharing history, nature, and new discoveries together.

We can’t wait to welcome everyone back again!

As summer comes to an end and we prepare to welcome students back for Marion County Public Schools field trips, we wante...
08/04/2026

As summer comes to an end and we prepare to welcome students back for Marion County Public Schools field trips, we wanted to share a glimpse of how we spend our time when the museum isn’t filled with school groups.

Some of our favorite visitors are the wonderful participants from The Arc Marion County, FL. Their curiosity, enthusiasm, and excitement make every visit a joy, and we’re always grateful for the opportunity to share the museum with them.

We wish everyone a safe and successful back-to-school season, and we look forward to welcoming students back to the Silver River Museum very soon!

Mark your calendar!
07/21/2026

Mark your calendar!

The museum will be closed on Monday May 25th in observance of Memorial Day. As we enjoy this weekend, let us not forget ...
05/22/2026

The museum will be closed on Monday May 25th in observance of Memorial Day. As we enjoy this weekend, let us not forget the sacrifices of our nation's finest.

Mark your calendars. Our Summer Speaker's Series runs June and July.
05/19/2026

Mark your calendars. Our Summer Speaker's Series runs June and July.

Did you know? The United States officially won the Revolutionary War and was recognized as a country by the signing of t...
04/30/2026

Did you know? The United States officially won the Revolutionary War and was recognized as a country by the signing of the Treaty of Paris on September 3, 1783. The date of 1776 is often cited when we think of our independence, but that was just the beginning!

Happy Earth Day from the Silver River Museum! Photos by Mark Emery.
04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day from the Silver River Museum! Photos by Mark Emery.

Address

1445 NE 58th Avenue
Ocala, FL
34470

Opening Hours

Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

+13522365401

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