Manager's Message

History lives again at the Orman House in historic Apalachicola, Florida. Come join us and let Ranger Mike Kinnett transport you back to 1838 for a look at the people and events that helped shape our state.

The landscaped grounds and large front porch of the home are available for special occasions and events. Please contact the park for more information.

- Tony Tindell, Park Manager

Welcome to Orman House

Built in 1838 by Thomas Orman, this antebellum home overlooks the Apalachicola River, and was used for both business and social gatherings. Orman was a cotton merchant and businessman in Apalachicola from 1840 to the 1870s. He helped the tiny town become one of the Gulf Coast's most important cotton exporting ports during the mid-19th century. The house features details of both federal and Greek revival styles with wooden mantelpieces, molded plaster cornices, and wide heart-pine floorboards. The house is open 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. and closed 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m., Thursday through Monday, except Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day. For a small fee, guided tours are offered hourly, except at 12:00 p.m.

Contact the Florida Park Service Information Center for general inquiries.
For Information about Orman House, please call 850-653-1209.

Hours of Operation

The house is open from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. on Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. It is closed on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years Day.

Driving Directions

The Historical Orman House is located in Apalachicola, off U.S. 98 in the downtown historical section. From Panama City, take U.S. 98 East to Apalachicola. At the stop light in Apalachicola, turn left and follow signs to the Orman House.

Park Fees

Admission to the tour is $2.00 per person (children under six free)
An hour long history presentation of the house since 1838 is part of the tour of the Orman House.

Orman House

177 5th Street
Apalachicola, Florida 32325
Phone: 850-653-1209
Fax: none