Special Events for The Barnacle Historic State Park

• BARNACLE UNDER MOONLIGHT - DEBLOIS
  Date: May 20, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  
  Description: Enjoy a concert on the lawn of The Barnacle Historic State Park. Bring a picnic and blanket or lawn chair and enjoy the moonrise over Biscayne Bay as Deblois plays her brand of music on the grounds of The Barnacle, built in 1891 by Commodore Ralph Munroe. Learn more about Deblois and hear her music at www.debloismusic.com.
  No Pets.
  Fees: $7.00 - 10 years and older; $3.00 – ages 6-9
  Contact: (305) 442-6866
  
• OLD TIME DANCE
  Date: May 31, 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  
  Description: Kick up your heels to traditional American music while learning traditional American folk dance steps. Dances such as circles, squares, contras and waltzes were all the rage in the 1800s, so come dance like it's 1891!
  Fees: $8.00 - 10 years and older
  Contact: (305) 442-6866
  
• OLD-FASHIONED 4TH OF JULY PICNIC
  Date: July 4, 11:00 AM - 3:30 PM
  
  Description: Enjoy the 'Fourth' at an old-fashioned picnic on the grounds of this 19th century pioneer homesite. Hosted by The Barnacle Society, this event features lawn games, kite-making, knot-tying demonstrations, and more! The house and grounds are decorated in traditional July 4th bunting, as when Commodore Munroe's family lived here. The public is invited to join the staff and volunteers by wearing a period costume. Bring a blanket and a picnic lunch and enjoy the day's celebration.
  
  The park will be open to the public from 9:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. with our holiday event taking place between 11:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.
  Fees: $5.00 – 12 years and older; $2.00 - ages 6-12; under 6 are free.
  Contact: (305) 442-6866
  

The Barnacle Historic State Park Ranger Programs

• GUIDED TOURS OF THE BARNACLE
  Year-round, Fri.-Mon.; 10, 11:30, 1, 2:30
  Situated on the shore of Biscayne Bay, The Barnacle Historic State Park features one of the oldest homes in Miami-Dade County in its original location. Home to pioneer boat designer Ralph Middleton Munroe, The Barnacle and surrounding grounds offer visitors a rare glimpse at a bygone era. Group tours available Tuesday - Thursday by reservation. Park entrance fee.
  Call 305-442-6866 for more details.
• YOGA BY THE SEA
  Wednesdays, 6 - 7:30 PM
  Enjoy a mid-week restorative yoga practice in the Real Florida, in the heart of the Grove. This class is for all levels and will be held on the grassy front lawn of The Barnacle overlooking Biscayne Bay (in case of rain, class will meet in the Micco Pavilion). Bring a mat, blocks, and a strap.
  
  There is minimal parking inside the park, so car pool if possible and arrive prior to 6 p.m. to ensure that the class begins promptly. Enjoy the peace and tranquility that The Barnacle offers for Yoga by the Sea.
  
  Classes are $13 each which includes park entrance fee.
  
  Call (305) 442-6866 for more details.