For newcomers to Jacksonville, the city can be surprising in many ways. Once you get past the city’s sprawling size, and begin to explore neighborhoods new and old, you begin to sense there’s more here than meets the eye.
Gingerbread Extravaganza 2021
It’s not too early to begin thinking about the holidays. Sign up today to be a builder…a sponsor…or donate to the silent auction. We’re counting on you to make the 19th Annual Gingerbread Extravaganza the best ever!
Upcoming Speaker Series Programs
The Jacksonville Historical Society has an exciting line-up for its Speaker Series program this fall! Join Jada Wright-Greene in September (Florida’s Historic African American Homes) and Rebecca Dominguez-Karimi (Jacksonville’s Hispanic Heritage) in October!
City to Commemorate Bicentennial in 2022
How are YOU going to celebrate Jacksonville’s 200th birthday? You can brand an event as a bicentennial event, become a Bicentennial Sponsor, donate in-kind goods and services, volunteer and more.
Historic anniversaries are not just for looking back
Time travel fantasies are fun, but historic anniversaries are not just for looking back.
Jacksonville Historical Society Welcomes Charles Storey and Jeff Thompson
At its May 2021 Board of Directors meeting, the Jacksonville Historical Society welcomed Venetia resident Jeff Thompson and Charles “Chip” Storey of St. Augustine as new members of its Board of Directors. “The Jacksonville Historical Society is very pleased to welcome Mr. Storey and Mr. Thompson to its Board of Directors and look forward to […]
