Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum (Sanibel Island)

Florida

After spending time at the beach hunting for shells the kids and I needed to know what kind of treasure we'd found so we headed to the Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum.  Wow, was this place fascinating-an entire museum devoted to shells. We learned all about the different sea creatures that make shells, their life cycle, and what shells are used for after the creatures die, such as tools and artwork or even homes for … [Read more...]

Shell Hunting (Sanibel Island)

Florida

I bet you didn't know that Sanibel Island  is the shell capitol of the US. In fact, it is the third best place in the world for shells. Shell hunting is another thing my kids can do for hours and I think it's tied in with with the same thrill they get from gold panning and diamond digging, it's all about the treasure hunt.  After checking into our hotel and getting into our beachcombing gear, we headed to the … [Read more...]