Fascinating tour of history and development of Fort Lauderdale and vicinity. This home built by a shipwright of local pine wood has survived to tell the story. The docent giving the tour was truly interested in bringing out the personalities of the Stranahans and their contribution to the history of the area. My friends were staying at a hotel next door, and we would have missed it except for the information that I had on AAA guide. Near the dock for the tour boats. One caution: it is a two story building with small rooms, so not suggested for those who have problems with stairs. Otherwise, well worth the 45 minute tour.
great place and tour-good value and a part of the history you would walk buy if it wasn't for tripadvisor
Very interesting hour long tour of the house was loaded with information on the beginnings of Ft. Lauderdale and the original settlers. Tour guide was great, lots of tidbits but kept it moving too. Limited free parking.
A wonderful gem of a museum right on the edge of the Stranahan River. The only original building in the area. Lovingly restored with many of the original furnishings and many other same timed pieces. Our guide Doris is a walking encyclopedia of the history of the origins of Ft Lauderdale. Local info books have $2 off admission coupons. Easy to get to by water trolley, water taxi, vehicle or by foot. Interesting buildings in nearby historical district. Most empty and in direspair. Thankfully lovers of history have made sure the Stranahan Museum is a great stop! Ghost hunters welcome on tours at 1,2,3pm and Sun. evening ghost tours. That would be so fun!!!
The house has been restored to its function in 1915. The wooden paneling is beautiful. Our guide explained that some of the original furnishings have been returned to the house. Our guide seemed to know everything about the house and family. He had stories to tell about the family and how the house was used as a restaurant. I'm glad I was able to see the house. There's limited hours with tours at 1:00, 2:00 and 3:00. Park in the garage near the Art Museum (only $1.25 an hour) and walk down to the house and Los Olas Blvd.
The tour was very interesting and informative. The house itself was very nice but a little small. Worth a visit.
Volunteer guides did a superb job of answering questions and telling the city's early history at the spot where it all began.
My spouse and I went for the hour long tour of the Stranahan house. It was interesting learning about the history of Fort Lauderdale and about the Stranahans. The tour guide was knowledgeable though she seemed puzzled as to why two younger looking tourists would be interested in the tour. Everyone else on the tour was 50+. Young people are interested in history too!
I brought some friends to the Stranahan house who were from out of town and knew very little about Fort Lauderdale history. Our guide was entertaining and informative. We very much enjoyed the tour .
If you like history this is a place you'll want to go. Great and informational tour. Well worth the money.