Upon arrival, there’s no missing the historic “Primrose” fishing boat. This fully restored, 36-foot seine boat was built in 1925 and was part of Destin’s original fishing fleet! As you enter the museum, you’ll find hands-on activities for the little ones as well as an up-close look at a mounted bull shark! As your guide walks you through the museum you’ll be guided through the history of Destin from start to finish. Whether regaling tales of President John F. Kennedy’s visit to our sandy shores or telling the story of how Ernest Hemingway’s fishing rod came to rest in Destin, this tour is packed with fun stories and facts that would otherwise be lost to the ages. You’ll see historic photos of some of Destin’s record-breaking catches, including many pictures from the Destin Fishing Rodeo! Hosted each October, This 31-day fishing tournament offers events for kids like the free movie nights on the outdoor big screen at AJ’s - Destin’s most well-known harbor front restaurant, as well as Halloween festivities! Each night of the rodeo there are weigh-ins to determine who caught the biggest fish and will be awarded the daily, weekly, and monthly prizes! All of these records are kept and celebrated right at the Destin Fishing Museum! So if you partake in a private charter fishing tour during the month of October, you just might end up in a museum exhibit! Need a charter contact? Visit Radiant Resort Properties Resources and book with our business partner, Kitchen Pass.