Historical Society of Palm Beach County

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Thank you to for featuring our Annual Membership Meeting in the September issue.

Each spring, the Historical Society of Palm Beach County invites all members to attend the annual membership meeting, where our leaders announce changes in the board of governors and share the accomplishments of the HSPBC during the prior year.

A highlight of this meeting is the presentation of the HSPBC community awards. Nominations are solicited from former honorees and historical organizations in Palm Beach County.

This year, those honored were Augustus Mayhew and Boca Raton Historical Society & The Schmidt Boca Raton Museum ().

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage with us on September 18th at the Historical Society of Palm Beach County! Dive into the vibrant Hispanic diaspora in our community, featuring a captivating panel discussion, an exquisite reception by , and a live flamenco performance to conclude the evening.

Explore the work of remarkable artists Gaby Viteri (), Paloma Eden (.eden), Andrea Facusse (), Maria Magdalena Mercenaro, and Caro Moonstar (.art) in our multidisciplinary exhibit Visual & Natural, curated by Gaby Viteri. From the passionate strokes of Puerto Rican-inspired flamenco to the cosmic connections of Venezuelan artistry, each piece reflects the profound ties between Latinx traditions and contemporary culture.

The reception begins at 5:30 PM, with the panel starting promptly at 6:30 PM. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to engage with these incredible artists and their works.

Reserve your spot by emailing your name and number of attendees to [email protected] or by calling 561.832.4164 ext. 306.

Dive into history with our Summer Book Sale at the Museum Store! Enjoy incredible deals on a curated selection of historical books, perfect for expanding your collection.

Whether you’re a history buff or just love a good read, you won’t want to miss out. Hurry in before August 31st to grab your favorites!

From our archives, images of the incomparable hotel in .

Designed by Italian-born Rosario Candela, the Brazilian Court Hotel and Apartments opened on New Year’s Day in 1926.

The Spanish Colonial-style masterpiece featured terra cotta barrel tiles, arched hallways, and stucco walls. Designed by Italian-born Rosario Candela, the Brazilian Court Hotel and Apartments opened on New Year’s Day in 1926.

The Brazilian Court hosted socialites and politicians, as well as local guests. A winter retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life, staff readied the Brazilian Court for seasonal residents each year.

The arrival of these guests marked the start of a vibrant social scene, often filled with exclusive galas and soirées.

Thank you for covering our Young Friends summer social happy hour at  in collaboration with  and  representing active professionals from history, art, and theatre.

     

We had such a fantastic time at Florida history Trivia Night with .3 hosted by this past Tuesday. Visit the link in our bio for tickets to the next one on Monday, September 16th!

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Thank you and for covering our Young Friends summer social happy hour  in collaboration with  and  representing active professionals from history, art, and theatre.

As we rollout the announcement of this season’s grand exhibition, we’d like to say thank you to our sponsors for this week’s launch event. We are so excited for “Wish You Were Here” and are counting down the days until our November 15th debut!

Learn more about “Wish You Were Here: Tourism in The Palm Beaches” by tapping the link our bio and following

This week we headed north with and to estate vineyard celebrating the launch of our grand exhibition Wish You Were Here, opening November 15th. A very special thank you to !

Event Photos by

In 1925, Palm Beach County was buzzing with excitement as a real estate boom transformed our sunny paradise into a beacon of opportunity and growth. Fast forward to today, and we’re experiencing another exhilarating boom!

With stunning beaches, luxurious living, and endless sunshine, it’s no wonder people are flocking here. Whether you’re a history buff or a future-seeker, Palm Beach County has it all. Join us as we celebrate our vibrant past and thrilling future!

Scroll through to see to images of the real estate boom of the 1920’s.

1. 276 Carr and Carr Realty
2. Selling Dollar Land and Home Co. lots April 1927
3. 189 Run on Farmer’s Bank late 1933
4. 208 The Currie Investment Co and Real Estate, ca. 1907 on Clematis and Olive
5. Selling Dollar Land and Home Co. lots. Mr. F.E Nickels addressing lot buyers April 1927
6. Comeau Building construction 1925-1926
7. Sale location of West Boynton Lots Dollar Land and Home Company, subdivision Boynton Beach

In 1925, Palm Beach County was buzzing with excitement as a real estate boom transformed our sunny paradise into a beacon of opportunity and growth. Fast forward to today, and we’re experiencing another exhilarating boom!

With stunning beaches, luxurious living, and endless sunshine, it’s no wonder people are flocking here. Whether you’re a history buff or a future-seeker, Palm Beach County has it all. Join us as we celebrate our vibrant past and thrilling future!

Scroll through to see images of the real estate boom of the 1920’s.

1. 276 Carr and Carr Realty
2. Selling Dollar Land and Home Co. lots April 1927
3. 189 Run on Farmer’s Bank late 1933
4. 208 The Currie Investment Co and Real Estate, ca. 1907 on Clematis and Olive
5. Selling Dollar Land and Home Co. lots. Mr. F.E Nickels addressing lot buyers April 1927
6. Comeau Building construction 1925-1926
7. Sale location of West Boynton Lots Dollar Land and Home Company, subdivision Boynton Beach
8. Pile-driver development work, West Boynton

We’re proud to celebrate our Young Friends members, Bettina Anderson and Grace Walker, featured in the pages of !

Walker is the chair of the Young Friends Steering Committee and Anderson has joined the Junior Committee for our upcoming Grand Exhibit.

In the article titled “Women of Style,” these style mavens share their insights on Palm Beach fashion and their favorite seasonal looks.

Captured at the VIP Penthouse at in .

Read their tips on going glam and embracing style as a state of mind in this month’s Modern Luxury Palm Beach.

We are ever grateful to have two passionate women support our mission and organisation. Thank you and

A captivating journey is underway. Stay tuned.

Thank you to for featuring our Sunset Cruise and Evening on Antique Row events in the August issue, on newsstands now.

Thank you, also, to for capturing these events in the best light!

Each year, The Palm Beach 100 by recognizes Palm Beach County’s most influential residents. From icons to up-and-comers, The Palm Beach 100 features locals who shape how we, live, work, play, and give back in Palm Beach County.

For the second year in a row, our Chief Development Officer, Taylor Materio , has made this sought after list.

Congratulations, Taylor! 👏 This recognitiion is well deserved. We thank you for all you do for The Historical Society of Palm Beach County and your community.

From our archives, pictured here is the Everglades Club dock and basin in the 1920s.

Designed by Addison Mizner, the Everglades Club was initially imagined as a military hospital. The choice to pivot to a private club was made when WWI ended, prior to the completion of construction.

From our archive, , his mom Anne ‘Teeny’ Hamilton, and half-brother Bill leaving the Paramount Theatre after a preview of George’s 1962 film “Light In The Piazza”.

We hope your walk into the weekend looks at least half as good as this. Happy Friday!

Thank you to all the Young Friends of who came out to the summer social happy hour . This event was in collaboration with and representing active professionals from history, art, and theatre.

If you’d like more information about the Historical Society’s Young Friends membership please visit the link in our bio or send us a DM!

This past Thursday, our Chief Development Officer was featured in the “Business Watch” section of !

Taylor spoke at the June “Coffee and Chat” session, presented by the Chamber’s Women in Business Committee.

Read about the June session and more in Thursday’s edition of available on their website!

Two women arriving at the original Palm Beach Hotel via pedicab circa 1910s. Such is a summer Thursday afternoon in .

Visit the Historical Society of Palm Beach County to explore inspiring stories of ordinary people who took extraordinary risks to rescue Jews during the Holocaust at the "Stories of Rescue" exhibit. This powerful exhibit highlights how individual actions can make a difference, urging us to counter indifference with vigilance and apathy with action.

Learn more: PBCHistory.org

This afternoon we’re taking a look back on one of our favorite events for last seasons grand exhibition Endless Summer: Palm Beach Resort Wear.

A private fashion show with the iconic collection at the fabulous Carriage House in Palm Beach with .country.beach and .

Happy Fourth of July !

As everyone prepares to gather for the annual event on the waterfront, take a look at a few moments from years past. The energy of this event is always a highlight of every summer in .

Have a happy and safe holiday weekend, everyone!

These images are from our archive collection.

Here’s a snapshot of firework sales on Southern Blvd. in 1983 from our collection of archived images.

Fourth of July weekend is upon us! The preferred vendors may have changed over the years but the buzz of preparation throughout the county remains the same this holiday weekend.

Have fun and be safe!

Calling All HSPBC Supporters: We Need Your Help. https://conta.cc/4cCJZcg

Calling All HSPBC Supporters: We Need Your Help As a 501(c)3 nonprofit, the Historical Society of Palm Beach County (HSPBC) depends mainly on revenue from membership, fundraising events, donations, and grants. One of our largest annual sources of s

Registration for our July 10th Young Friends mixer is now closed. We will not be accepting any walk-ins for this event.

We hope to see all of our Young Friends of the Historical Society members at , in collaboration with  and !

 

This morning our Chief Development Officer, Taylor Materio , spoke to the Women in Business Council during the Chamber of Commerce of The Palm Beaches “Coffee and Chat” program.

Taylor shared with the committee her career journey and how she arrived at her current post as Chief Development Officer.

We are so proud you are part of our leadership team here at and cannot wait to see what this coming year has in store for our organization!