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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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Phone: 561.832.4164

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

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300 N. Dixie Highway
West Palm Beach, FL 33401

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Wednesday 10 am – 4 pm
Thursday 10 am – 4 pm
Thursday 10 am – 4 pm
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Society News: Check out the latest and greatest fr Society News: Check out the latest and greatest from the Historical Society of Palm Beach County, including our NEW exhibit which is now open to the public. The Storm of '28 The Storm of ’28 exhibit shows how one of the deadliest hurricanes in US history affected Palm Beach County from Jupiter to Boca Raton and what was done to prevent a recurrence of such great loss. https://conta.cc/3nICWIx
Come Docent with HSPBC! If you love history, impac Come Docent with HSPBC! If you love history, impacting children’s lives, and engaging with the public, WE NEED YOU! Volunteer with the Historical Society of Palm Beach County and our Richard and Pat Johnson Palm Beach County History Museum. UPCOMING DOCENT TRAINING: 9-weeks, Monday mornings, September 20 thru November 15, 10am-12pm. To register contact: Rhonda Gordon at rgordon@pbchistory.org. For questions or more information. Call 561-832-4164 ext. 113 with any questions or visit: https://conta.cc/3nCcbWb
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The HSPBC is pleased to announce the appointment o The HSPBC is pleased to announce the appointment of Taylor Materio as the new Director of Development for the HSPBC and its Richard and Pat Johnson Palm Beach County History Museum. Materio was born and raised in Palm Beach County and earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Florida. She previously served as the Executive Director of Family Promise North/Central Palm Beach County, a local non-profit serving children and families experiencing homelessness. In addition to the organization’s day-to-day operations, she led all major fundraising and development activities. Materio also serves as the Chair of the Palm Beach Young Professionals with the Palm Beach Chamber of Commerce and is a proud member of the Junior League of the Palm Beaches.
Make sure to read the latest article on @palmbeach Make sure to read the latest article on @palmbeachsocialdiary by Augustus Mayhew, "The Gilded Cage, Part III: Bula Edmondson Croker" ...and don't miss the images and clippings from the @pbchistory archives! https://conta.cc/3hjd5TH Image: “Croker Asks Test of Sanity …” Croker requested his sanity be tested by the court. His lawyers called a stream of New York political stalwarts to testify in his behalf. [Courtesy Historical Society Palm Beach County archive, Palm Beach Post collection]
Richard and Pat Johnson Palm Beach County History Richard and Pat Johnson Palm Beach County History Museum Announces Partnership with Mandel Public Library: The Richard and Pat Johnson Palm Beach County History Museum will bring traveling exhibits to the Mandel Public Library this season, as part of its ongoing collaboration with community partners. Library-goers will be able to view three traveling exhibits during the 2021-2022 season. “Providing access to our educational exhibits is a key component to our mission,” said Historical Society of Palm Beach County President and Chief Executive Officer Jeremy Johnson. “Our community partners, such as the Mandel Public Library, play a critical role in deepening our exposure and impact here in Palm Beach County.” “So often we say that libraries are so much more than just books,” said Mayor Keith A. James. “The partnership between the Mandel Public Library of West Palm Beach and the Historical Society of Palm Beach County will expand community access to real, in-person educational experiences at the library. The traveling exhibits help bring to life the history of our community and nation.” Read the full release at: https://conta.cc/3tqIqZj @mandelpubliclibrary @downtownwpb @wpbaedistrict @mayor_keith_james @wpblf
If you love history, impacting children’s lives, If you love history, impacting children’s lives, and engaging with the public, WE NEED YOU! Join our Docent Training Course! The in-depth training covers Palm Beach County history from 12,000 years ago to today. Through lectures, presentations, self-study, and practice tours, you will gain the knowledge, skills, and confidence to lead tours at the Johnson History Museum. Let your appreciation for local history come alive with the HSPBC. Visit our website for more information: https://pbchistory.org/events/docent-training-class/
Happy Juneteenth! If you are like many people, y Happy Juneteenth! If you are like many people, you may have a vague understanding of the holiday celebrated on June 19, but do you understand its origins and why it is observed nationally today? Visit our website (link in bio) and read our newest Story for a brief history . . . https://pbchistory.org/understanding-juneteenth/ #Juneteenth #history #FreedomDay #emancipation #ushistory #FloridaHistory #education
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