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Black Voices From Palm Beach County History

Mildred “Millie” Gildersleeve (c. 1860-1950) One of the first African Americans to live on Lake Worth and the first midwife in Palm Beach County.

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P.O. Box 4364
West Palm Beach, FL 33402

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West Palm Beach, FL 33401

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Meet Rosa Sophia - Tomorrow's Virtual History Talk Meet Rosa Sophia - Tomorrow's Virtual History Talk Presenter @pbchistory Date: January 20 at 3:00pm She will be speaking about her book: Village of North Palm Beach: A History - There is no charge for this event. To register please visit https://pbchistory.org/events/virtual-history-talks-rosa-sophia/ Rosa Sophia served as official historian for the Village of North Palm Beach, maintaining and digitizing the archives for access to residents and researchers. She traces its long and fascinating history, touching on the little known and providing broader understanding of the people and events that nurtured the undeniable community atmosphere that exists today. All our speakers' books are available at our Museum Store. Call 561.832.4164 ext. 100. There is so much happening this January at HSPBC! From, Virtual History Talks to Historic Walking Tours - Learn more at: https://conta.cc/3tEJfQv #historytalks #historicwalkingtours #pbchistory #worthavenue #downtownwpb
The Richard and Pat Johnson Palm Beach County Hist The Richard and Pat Johnson Palm Beach County History Museum will be closed today in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
Evening on Antique Row is BACK! The Young Friends Evening on Antique Row is BACK! The Young Friends of the Historical Society of Palm Beach County will host its signature annual event, Evening on Antique Row, on Saturday, April 9. For the 27th year, the HSPBC’s distinctively stylish street party will shine the spotlight on the world-famous art and design district of West Palm Beach. General Admission includes cocktails, samplings from the area’s hippest restaurants and caterers, live music, artists, shopping, and new surprises each year. Evening on Antique Row benefits the education programs of the Historical Society of Palm Beach County, the nonprofit organization that collects, preserves, and shares our countywide history and operates the Richard and Pat Johnson Palm Beach County History Museum in West Palm Beach’s 1916 Historic Court House. Contact: Taylor Materio at 561-832-4164 ext. 103 or tmaterio@pbchistory.org to learn more. TICKET INFORMATION, COMMITTEE AND SPONSORS When: Saturday, April 9, 2022, 6-10pm Where: South Dixie Hwy. from Monroe Dr. to Southern Blvd., West Palm Beach Tickets: General Admission $75 in advance/$100 at the gate VIP Access $175 in advance/$200 at the gate Private Luxury Cabanas start at $2,500 for VIP admission and Private Cabana access for 8 guests, private space in VIP tent, access to VIP Restrooms, Champagne service and more. Call: 561-832-4164 x103 To purchase tickets: https://pbchistory.org/events/evening-on-antique-row/
The arrival of 2022 rang out a call to remain stea The arrival of 2022 rang out a call to remain steadfast in confronting the challenge of COVID-19. As we do so, the Historical Society of Palm Beach County continues our important mission to collect, preserve, and share YOUR vibrant history here in Palm Beach County. The HSPBC is pleased to present you with this New Year's gift, “Days Gone By,” with a special message from former Palm Beach Mayor Gail Coniglio. This video was created for you with images from the Archive of the Historical Society of Palm Beach County. The collections held by the HSPBC are all of us—our past, our present, and our future. When you support our important mission, you ensure that our children will never forget how far we have come and where we have yet to go. For future generations … our legacy lives on at the Historical Society of Palm Beach County. Please help us continue our mission to collect, preserve, and share the history of Palm Beach County, now 83 years old, with a thoughtful gift. Your thoughtfulness may be felt just as well with a donation of your time, either as a volunteer Archivist, Docent, Greeter, or attendee to one of our many events.
New Exhibit Now Open! More Than a Game: Champions New Exhibit Now Open! More Than a Game: Champions in the midst of Desegregation will be on display in the Historic Courtroom through February 26 in honor of Black History Month. This success story of ten African American high school boys in 1967-1968 and their basketball coach provides a new view of the period of integration in Palm Beach County schools and the local Black community before and after. The exhibit is based on a group oral history with participants in the events. #MoreThanAGame #BlackHistory #PBCHistory
Due to the recent rise in COVI-19 cases the Histor Due to the recent rise in COVI-19 cases the Historical Society of Palm Beach County is taking special precautions to keep all of us safe. We appreciate your ongoing support and understanding. RESCHEDULED Special Event Lecture: Judge Douglas H. Ginsburg NEW DATE: April 28th, 2022 Judge Douglas H. Ginsburg: Could You Pass the Civics Test to Become a Naturalized Citizen of the USA? In partnership with the Palm Beach County Bar Association Applicants for US citizenship, or naturalization, are provided with 100 questions and answers to study for the civics portion of the naturalization test, which is given orally. A USCIS officer asks the applicant up to 10 of those 100, and the applicant must answer six correctly to pass the civics portion of the naturalization test. Join Judge Ginsburg and find a new appreciation for the efforts of those who aspire to be called “Americans.” Douglas Howard Ginsburg is an American jurist and academic who serves on the US Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit. He was appointed to the court at age 40 in 1986 by President Reagan and served as its chief judge 2001-2008. Available in the Museum Store: Voices of Our Republic: Exploring the Constitution with Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Alan Dershowitz, Sandra Day O’Connor, Ron Chernow, and Many More. Title Sponsor: Gunster Sponsors: Pressly Pressly Randolph & Pressly P.A., William Price, P.A., Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith, PLLC For information about sponsorships, tickets or the COVID-related postponement please contact: Taylor Materio, Director of Development at tmaterio@pbchistory.org 561-832-4164 x 103 https://conta.cc/3mGaiqc
Thank you @notablespb @palmbeachdailynews for supp Thank you @notablespb @palmbeachdailynews for supporting our mission @pbchistory by showcasing the success of our 19th Annual Archival Evening! #societycharitystyle #pbchistory #archivalevening
Join us this January for an exciting lineup of edu Join us this January for an exciting lineup of educational programming and events! #lectures #walkingtours #cocktailsinparadise #exhibits #mocktrial Learn more at: https://conta.cc/3GGL7LQ
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