Historical Society of Martin County
825 NE Ocean Blvd
Stuart, Florida 34996

Phone: 772-225-1961
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Website: www.hsmc-fl.com

Program Description

As the Elliott Museum wows guests with its renowned car and baseball collections, the House of Refuge showcases what life was like for the Keeper and his family in turn-of-the-century Florida.

Services Available Through This Program

Community Activities- Cultural and the Arts

Hours of Operation


The Museums are normally closed New Year?s Day, Easter, Fourth of July, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.

Eligibility Requirements and Important Information

All welcomed THE MUSEUMS ARE CLOSED: New Year?s Eve, New Year?s Day, Easter, Fourth of July, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas.

Availability and Fees

Current Wait List:	NO
Handicapped Access:	YES
Accepts Medicaid:	NO
Accepts Medicare:	NO
Accepts Private Insurance:	NO
Financial Assistance Available?:	NO
Sliding Scale:	NO

Other Fee Information

call or see website

Other Useful Information

An Inventor And A Successful Businessman Sterling Elliott (1852?1922) produced a series of successful inventions in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He held more than 125 patents, receiving his first at age 22. He was foremost an Inventor but also a successful businessman. His tenacity and determination to improve on everyday objects helped enhance the quality of life for established businesses, as well as the average person.