Palm Beach Show 2011

Historical Society of Palm Beach County exists to further an understanding and appreciation of Palm Beach County history and heritage by collecting, preserving, interpreting, and exhibiting cultural resources for education and enrichment of present and future generations. The Society maintains a large library and archive which is an active research facility. The Richard and Pat Johnson Palm Beach County History Museum took six years to complete and enables the Historical Society to weave our community history into the fabric of daily life. The Museum is divided into two main galleries, The People Gallery and The Place Gallery plus a temporary gallery for rotating special exhibits. The People Gallery features a large theatrical diorama projecting images of notable individuals from all walks of Palm Beach County life. Kiosks and exhibits with artifacts contribute to unfolding the stories behind these significant and colorful characters of the past, including Pre-Columbian inhabitants, Seminole Indians, early pioneers, the business and philanthropic community, educators, and influential leaders in the arts, law, medicine and politics.The Place Gallery explores Palm Beach County’s natural environment and the many communities that have contributed to its distinct identity. The courthouse building also houses the original 1916 courtroom with exhibits on government and the election process. The Historical Society provides an educational curriculum on county history to the School District of Palm Beach County at no cost to tax payers. In addition to education programs in the schools, we invite adult and student tour groups to participate in the museum experience by scheduling a visit or participating in one of our special events or programs.We also invite you to explore Palm Beach County history online by visiting www.pbchistoryonline.org . For further information please call (561) 832-4164 or visit our website at www.historicalsocietypbc.org The Museum is open 10am – 5pmTuesday through Saturday. 300 N. Dixie Highway, DowntownWest Palm Beach, Florida 33401. t he PA L M B E A C H COUNTY R I C H A R D AN D PAT JOHNSON HISTORY MUSEUM AUDREY AND MARTIN GRUSS FOUNDATION ON EXHI B IT THROUGH JUNE 30 , 2011 AUDREY AND M RTIN GRUSS FOUNDATION MUSEUM ADMISSION IS FREE