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      • Judge James R. Knott Historical Contribution Award
      • Fannie James Pioneer Achievement Award

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

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

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300 N. Dixie Highway
West Palm Beach, FL 33401

MUSEUM HOURS

Monday 10 am – 4 pm
Tuesday 10 am – 4 pm
Wednesday 10 am – 4 pm
Thursday 10 am – 4 pm
Thursday 10 am – 4 pm
Friday 10 am – 4 pm
Saturday 10 am – 4 pm
Sunday Closed

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The Historical Society is proud to have one of our The Historical Society is proud to have one of our own as a finalist for the 2022 Athena Awards presented by the Chamber of Commerce of the Palm Beaches. Congratulations to our Director of Development, Taylor Materio!
When greed turns into murder... Join us for a fun- When greed turns into murder... Join us for a fun-filled retelling of the life of Lena Clarke and other stories at our second annual Haunting History event. You won't want to miss this classic "lovers to enemies" true crime story. Register at the link in our bio under "Haunting History".
Please note: Will be CLOSED September 28, 2022. Please note: Will be CLOSED September 28, 2022.
PLEASE NOTE: Due to weather concerns, the Hispanic PLEASE NOTE: Due to weather concerns, the Hispanic Heritage Panel Discussion has been rescheduled for October 19, 2022. If you registered and cannot attend the new date, please leave a message at 561.832.4164 ext. 306. Otherwise, we will see you on the 19th! Register for our new date by clicking the link in our bio!
Hispanic Heritage Month celebrates history, cultur Hispanic Heritage Month celebrates history, culture, and community. Meet community members who are making our communities better for generations to come. @caridadcenter @maricelatorres.15 The exhibit Going Places is now on display in the historic courtroom of the Richard and Pat Johnson Palm Beach County History Museum through Dec. 30, 2022. Visit Going Places and join our Hispanic Heritage Panel Discussion and Reception on September 28, 2022. To REGISTER, click the link in our bio! #hispanicheritagemonth #HispanicHeritageMonth2022 #nonprofit #philanthropy #palmbeachcounty #PalmBeach #community
Going Places through Art and Architecture--meet @r Going Places through Art and Architecture--meet @rolandochangbarrero, Owner of @theboxgalleryfl, and @zelaznog1, President at @regarchitects Learn about them and others in the exhibit Going Places in the historic courtroom of the Richard and Pat Johnson Palm Beach County History Museum through Dec. 30, 2022. Join us on September 28, 2022 for our Hispanic Heritage Panel Discussion and Reception and see Going Places. To REGISTER, click the link in our bio. #hispanicheritagemonth #artandculture #HispanicHeritage #palmbeachcounty #hspbc #pbcevents #nonprofit #learnwithus
Explore the mission and purpose of our Going Place Explore the mission and purpose of our Going Places Exhibit! Want to learn more? Come take a tour! Going Places is now on display in the historic courtroom of the Richard & Pat Johnson Palm Beach County History Museum through Dec. 30, 2022. #hispanicheritagemonth #hspbc #pbcevents #HispanicHeritageMonth2022 #historicalsociety #pbceducation #learnwithus #pbchistoricalsociety
Meet some of the Hispanics and Latinos in our Goin Meet some of the Hispanics and Latinos in our Going Places exhibit in the historic courtroom of the Richard and Pat Johnson Palm Beach County History Museum through Dec. 30, 2022. Felicia Rodriguez, Roberto, and Martha Reyes have paved their way through the media and hospitality! Looking for ways to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month? Join us on September 28, 2022 for our Hispanic Heritage Panel Discussion and Reception and see Going Places. To REGISTER, click the link in our bio! #HispanicHeritageMonth2022 #hispanicheritagemonth #artandculture #pbcevents #nonprofit #historicalsociety #HispanicHeritage #pbceducation #pbchistoricalsociety #pbchistory
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