United Way of Palm Beach County

Our mission is to encourage children and families who reside in or visit Boynton Beach and surrounding communities to learn about themselves and the history of Palm Beach County through a stimulating array of hands-on and interactive exhibitions, programs, activities and special events which focus on the richness and diversity of the local cultural heritage.

History:
Constructed in 1913, the building that would become the Schoolhouse Children's Museum served as an elementary school until 1988. The building was restored and reopened in 2001 as a children's museum focused on local history. Now the Schoolhouse serves 40,000 visitors annually and offers a multitude of programs and activities in addition to the hands-on exhibits that make Florida's history come alive.

Contact person: Kelsey Harris, Director Of Operations, (561) 742-6785, (email)

Main office number: (561) 742-6780
Office fax number: (561) 742-6781

Address:

129 E. Ocean Ave.
Boynton Beach, FL 33435
(See a map)

Web Site: http://www.schoolhousemuseum.org

Directions:

Exit I-95 at Boynton Beach Boulevard and go East to the first traffic light, called Seacrest Blvd. Turn right (south) on Seacrest and go two short blocks to Ocean Ave. Turn left (east) on Ocean, and we are the second. . . (more)

Miscellaneous Information

Is your volunteer site handicapped accessible?

Yes

Does your agency accept Court Ordered Community Service?

No

What is the minimum age to volunteer?

14

Can you use a volunteer who is fluent in another language?

Yes

Does your agency need volunteer assistance during the holidays?

Yes

Does your agency need volunteer assistance during the summer months?

Yes

Does your agency have a need for any service learning opportunities?

Absolutely! The museum is a great site for observing multi-generational interactions and studying early childhood education and informal learning.

Last updated on June 1, 2009

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