The barrier islands of lower Pinellas County, including Egmont Key, have a little-known but rich history. Fascinating topics include homesteading, a hermit, an Indian village, hotels and the famous people...
Providing a scenic perch to observe rolling hills of Citrus, potential home lots or the breaking ocean surf, tourist observation towers once beckoned travellers to Florida's exotic destinations. Many became...
This pictorial exploration of how the Sunshine State has changed over the years wanders through the past. From Florida beaches to big cities, see how different well-known parts of Florida...
Tampa Bay gives us so many opportunities to enjoy life by the water. Giving back to the bay is a great way to feel connected to our natural surroundings while...
From Pre-Columbian burial mounds built by Indigenous people to the Castillo de San Marco constructed in St. Augustine by the Spanish, man left an early mark on the landscape of...
St. Petersburg based artist Catherine Woods is a nationally recognized sculptor, working primarily in architectural glass and metal. Her woman owned business has been creating artwork for the public sector...
A look at the history of Ybor City and its ties to Cuba and Key West. The talk will look at how the Ybor City cigar industry came into existence...
Tampa Bay gives us so many opportunities to enjoy life by the water. Giving back to the bay is a great way to feel connected to our natural surroundings while...
From Pre-Columbian burial mounds built by Indigenous people to the Castillo de San Marco constructed in St. Augustine by the Spanish, man left an early mark on the landscape of...
Explore John D. MacDonald's dual roles: a male romance novelist and a Florida-centric writer delving into politics, history, and environment. Despite not achieving greatness, his widespread popularity endured from the...
In an homage to the Disney family history—Walt's parents were among the first people married in Lake County—Walt Disney World built Disney springs, intended to evoke the spirit of small-town...
An in-depth look at how the sugar industry has impacted not only our national health, but the Everglades. The 90-minute class will cover a brief history of the Everglades as...
