Camp Gordon Johnston Museum

In 1942, Camp Gordon Johnston was built on Florida’s Forgotten Coast as a base for preparing servicemen for battle in WWII. Their training was vigorous and at times brutal, but their contribution to the war effort was enormous. The men who first landed at Dog Island in training maneuvers would go on to take the beaches at Normandy, setting the Allies up for victory in the largest amphibious invasion in history.

The Museum’s Mission

Camp Gordon Johnston Museum’s mission is to remember and honor those who spent time training and working at the camp. It houses an extensive collection of records, some of which are available online including a collection of personal stories of the lives of veterans who served there.

Vehicles that were a part of the war effort, including a Higgins boat, a DUKW, a Lieferwagen, and a military Jeep are also on display.

You can visit the museum at 1873 Highway 98 West in Carrabelle. It is open Tuesday-Saturday from 11 to 5.