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Dolphin House Museum

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Dolphin House Museum
4.5
60 reviews
#2 of 6 things to do in Alice Town
Speciality Museums
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Monday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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Established in 1993 the Dolphin House Museum, a 'Poem in Stone' is a three-story dolphin and ocean-inspired museum built using recycled materials by local Biminite author and historian Ashley Saunders. A popular cultural tourist attraction visited daily by international travelers also offers a novel gift shop for souvenir purchases. The Dolphin House Museum is Bimini's most unique and artistic structure and must be seen by anyone visiting this little island in the stream. Inspired by a swim with a pod of Bimini's wild dolphins. Mr. Saunders considers himself a dolphin inspired artist. "The dolphins touched my heart, and made me an artist." - Ashley Saunders
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CherokeeAviation
Indian Shores, FL35 contributions
Unique Building with a Fascinating Artist!
Feb 2023 • Couples
We loved our tour of the Dolphin House! The house is made from materials found on the beaches of Bimini and items, mainly licence plates, sent from past visitors.
This place really is a work of art and worth a visit.
Written 27 February 2023
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David B
Port Republic, MD6 contributions
Magical building
Jan 2023
The owner caretaker has decorated the building from what he salvaged from the beaches in Bimini, mostly tiles from hotels that have been blown away. Drop off any tiles you find on the beach to be used in the future.
Written 27 January 2023
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Expedition135722
2 contributions
Excellent day trip
Oct 2022 • Friends
Beautiful people, beautiful island, spectacular waters. Fabulous day trip on Berlara cruise. Would highly recommend
Written 30 October 2022
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mrssomesso
5 contributions
A must do !!!!
Jul 2022
Enlighten your mind with the history of Bimini by visiting the Dolphin House Museum. Mr. Ashley Saunders will educate you on the history of Bimini. 10.00 per person/tips are appreciated for education that's priceless
Written 15 July 2022
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Anne L
Plantation, FL68 contributions
Visiting Bimini
Mar 2022
Have a great visit to Bimini....what a great little island! We took a tour of the island while on a Virgin Atlantic Tour
Written 14 March 2022
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aiyanadawn
Venice, California6 contributions
SO COOL! A MUST SEE!
Jun 2021
No words can explain how amazing this place this. This home was made completely by hand with shells and things found in the ocean.
Written 8 March 2022
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William J. F
Southport, NC29 contributions
"A Place Full of Junk Put to Good Use"
Feb 2022
Hard to describe this place but very unique. Google it! This is a 20 year labor of love by Mr. Ashley Saunder's. If he is not going to give you a tour, don't go. The man is amazing and you have to hear his story.
Written 17 February 2022
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Charles W
4 contributions
I was intrigued walking around the house and amazed inside the house at the creativity and ingenuity
Dec 2021 • Solo
After reading some of the reviews, I was intrigued by this attraction. While I was walking around the outside, Ashley the builder of the house, talked to me into a tour. Within only a few sentences, I realized that my $10 admission was well spent. Has devoted 30 years to collecting and making art out of discarded and found objects. His creative mind and artistic talents are evident throughout the structure, and his love of island life, nature and humanity in general is evident throughout his creations.
Written 20 December 2021
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beth ann k
Halstead, KS1,641 contributions
Very odd
Oct 2021
We stopped and walked around, but it was $10 to see inside. The host was a bit unfriendly and we decided to not do the inside.
Written 2 November 2021
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Harmony H
Marco Island, FL200 contributions
Ashley’s paradise
Jul 2021 • Couples
I’m so glad we stopped in to The Dolphin House! We were actually able to see Ashley himself working on his beautiful house he created with his bare hands! Dominic (his son) gave us a tour around the house explaining the history. When you’re in Bimini this building is a must see! Sustainability at its finest. Definitely a hidden gem and fun for the whole family.
Written 5 July 2021
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Dolphin House Museum
Thank you for the wonderful review and five-star rating! We enjoyed sharing the story of our museum home with all of you and hope to see you again! Until next time, safe travels! 🙏🏾🐬🇧🇸
Written 8 July 2021
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