Education is a large part of what the Florida Carriage Museum strives to perpetuate. The organization's mantra is, "One of the most valuable gifts to give our children and community is the gift of education." Various events and programs are offered throughout the year for the community to participate in and learn from. Please view calendar for upcoming events. Tickets may be purchased online.

The mission of The Equine Heritage Institute is to educate, celebrate and preserve the history of the horse and its role in shaping world civilizations and changing lives. The partnership between man and horse shaped world civilization and changed lives. That partnership continues today as horses empower the disabled, give purpose and hope to those whose future is bleak and enrich the lives of others.

The Equine Heritage Institute perpetuates this illustrious history and educates future generations about our long-standing relationship with one of nature's most wonderful and utilitarian creatures, the horse. The Institute is pursuing strategic partnerships with the North America Riding for the Handicapped Association and other therapeutic organizations.

Together we will train and prepare leaders to provide those with physical, mental, emotional and social disabilities with the therapeutic benefits unique to the horse and human connection. If you share in our mission and would like to donate time or talents, please contact us at: 352-750-5500. Or by email to: Museum @ GrandOaksResort.com. The vital work of our equine partners should never be overlooked or forgotten.

Our Field Trip programs are age appropriate, follow Florida's Sunshine State Standards and offered Fall to Spring. Click on the links to the left to explore just some of the educational features the Institute produces and supports. 

Our age-appropriate, core-content driven education program run between 3-5 hours and includes;
1. A viewing of our Breed Barn which includes Friesian horses, a rare Poitou donkey and miniature horse at Barn
2. A Flash Media Presentation of the Horse in History
3. A Hands-On interactive room with saddles, bridles, a full size horse model, and carriage exhibits 

WHAT WILL A VISIT COST? ADMISSION: is $8.00 per student. Teachers admitted free. Required chaperones are free at the ratio of 1 chaperone for every 5 students PK-3rd and 1 chaperone for every 10 students for 4th-12th. Additional chaperones are $6.00.

We offer a variety of Resort tour options for guests who are interested in learning more about horses, carriages, or those wanting to relax and enjoy our beautiful resort grounds. Pricing varies for individual tours and group tours. Tour guests may choose to include a full private tour of the museum, catered dining, carriage rides & overnight accommodations. Tickets & Tour packages are available for;
•Trained Docent/Guide (By appointment only)
•Docent Tours with Carriage Ride & Stable Tour (by appointment only)
•Self-Guided Tour - Guests tour the Museum on their own (placards are available for educational reading)