The Jacksonville History Center
our mission is To connect communities and strengthen citizenship through history education
At the History Center
Experience Jacksonville’s history up close at our evolving downtown campus. Whether you’re attending an event, exploring our historic buildings, or conducting research in the Archive of Jacksonville History, we welcome you to be part of the story—learning, discovering, and connecting with the people, places and events that shaped our city.
Upcoming Events
- Speaker Series
Duval County has many great modern buildings, but there are a few that are so revolutionary and futuristic that they stand out in a category by themselves. Although some have been lost to demolition, many still remain. Collectively, these ultra-modern buildings are a feast for the senses and deserve wider recognition.
- Special Events
An inaugural spring gathering marking the 125th anniversary of the Great Fire of 1901, featuring food, music, and community at the Jacksonville History Center.
Explore & Learn
Dive into Jacksonville’s history through educational experiences for all ages. Whether you’re attending a Speaker Series program, joining a tour, contributing to our collection, or exploring the archive, there’s always something new to learn.
Preserving thousands of photographs, documents, and rare materials that tell the city’s story—a small but growing portion of which are digitized.
Offering educational experiences through our acclaimed speaker series, public programs, exhibitions, and community events.
Bringing the city’s past to life through guided tours of historic sites, including cemeteries and neighborhoods rich with local stories.
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Join & Support
Your support helps the Jacksonville History Center preserve and share the stories that define our city—from the people who built it to the events that shape its complex identity. Together, we’re safeguarding Jacksonville’s past to inspire a stronger, more connected future.
Visit Us
Located west of the VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena; parking entrance from Monroe Street
Major Support for the Jacksonvillle History Center is Provided by:
