Museum

Vacation Rentals Near Mulberry Phosphate Museum

In Mulberry just southwest of Lakeland, a short drive from south Lakeland and Dixieland rentals.

About Mulberry Phosphate Museum

The Mulberry Phosphate Museum tells the story of the phosphate mining industry that shaped Polk County, housed in a historic former train depot. Its Fossil Gallery displays prehistoric remains unearthed from local mines, including whales, dolphins, sharks, tortoises and other ancient creatures, along with Native American arrowheads. Admission is free, and kids can try an onsite fossil dig, making it a popular budget-friendly stop for families. Mulberry sits just southwest of Lakeland, so a south Lakeland or Dixieland vacation rental keeps this quirky, educational museum within a short drive.

Highlights

Free admission in a historic former train depotFossil Gallery with whales, sharks, tortoises and other prehistoric findsOnsite fossil dig popular with kidsTells the story of Polk County's phosphate mining heritage

Visitor Tips

→It's typically open Tuesday through Saturday; verify hours before visiting on a Monday or Sunday.
→Admission is free, making it an easy low-cost outing for families with kids.
→Ask about the fossil dig so children can search for and keep small fossil finds.