Visiting American Beach

American Beach is located on the south end of Amelia Island, along A1A between Jacksonville and Fernandina Beach.

The National Park Services owns the 8.5 acre sand dune. The "Evans Rendevous" building (not available for touring) was acquired by the Trust for Public Land. The majority of land at American Beach is held by private landholders - please respect their privacy.

Restrooms can be found at Burney Beachfront Park.

The A.L. Lewis Museum is located at 1600 Julia Street, American Beach, FL 32034
Visit their website for up to date hours, admission information, and events.
The A.L. Lewis Museum’s mission is "to document and interpret the rich tradition and legacy of African Americans’ ingenuity, perseverance and achievements. Through our exhibits and programs, we honor African Americans as agents of change in the development of African-American and American society."

Directions

Origin of American Beach Street Names

For more information, contact:

Timucuan Preserve staff at Kingsley Plantation, 904.251.3537

American Beach Property Owners Association

A. L. Lewis Historical Society at American Beach
P.O. Box 15563
Amelia Island, Florida 32034

 

Discover the full American Beach story with our partners at the A.L. Lewis Museum.

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