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considering notable trends during the past century. From its early years as “Citrus City” to its time as the “Fair City” with the annual county fair, Largo became a focal point for agricultural excellence along the Pinellas Peninsula. While St. Petersburg and Clearwater experienced the land boom of the early 1920s, citrus, crops, and livestock from the Largo area nourished the region’s expanding population during the years before World War II. By the 1950s, Largo’s expansion and urbanization transformed groves into subdivisions. Retirees and mobile home parks replaced truck farmers and fruit stands in the “Clean Air Capital.” As Largo enter-ed the new century, the “City of Progress” grew into the third most populous city at the crossroads of Florida’s most densely populated county. This book follows in the footsteps of another excellent book. In 2005, the Largo Area Historical Society published From Pines and Palmettos: A Portrait of Largo, Florida as a narrative history to commemorate Largo’s centennial. Many of the docents and volunteers at Heritage Village also belong to other local historical societies, including our neighbors at the Largo Area Historical Society. We appreciate their support and patronage at the Village as well. Revenues from the new Largo book will benefit Heritage Village. Schnur has directed Arcadia to send all of the author’s royalties directly to PCHS so these funds can play a small but important role in supporting the Village. The Heritage Village Museum Newsletter - compliments of the Pinellas County Historical Society January - June 2011 During the summer, a repre- sentative from Arcadia Publishing contacted Heritage Village. Known for its popular soft-cover photo- graphic histories, Arcadia expressed an interest in publishing a book on the history of Largo as part of its “Images of America” series. Jim Schnur, an officer in the Pinellas County Historical Society, spent the summer and early fall writing the narrative and researching the photo- graphic resources in the Archives and Library at Heritage Village. He completed his manuscript in October. Slated for release in March 2011, the book’s five chapters trace the history of settlement and development in the Largo area through the rich photo- graphic archives at Heritage Village and other local libraries. Largo has served as an important center of agricultural and business activities since the arrival of the Orange Belt Railway in 1888. The opening chapter captures images of pioneer families and early settlements before Largo’s incorporation in 1905. The other four chapters examine Largo’s history by 11909 125th Street North, Largo, FL 33774 www.pinellascounty.org/heritage (727) 582-2123 Hours: Wednesday–Saturday 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Sunday 1 p.m.–4 p.m. Closed Monday, Tuesday and County holidays. New Book Captures the Images of Largo and Benefits Heritage Village Jesse Ancil and Mary Adona Walsingham at their booth during an early Pinellas County Fair

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considering notable trends during the past century.From its early years as “Citrus City” to its time as the “FairCity”with the annual county fair, Largo became a focalpoint for agricultural excellence along the PinellasPeninsula. While St. Petersburg and Clearwaterexperienced the land boom of the early 1920s, citrus,crops, and livestock from the Largo area nourished theregion’s expanding population during the years beforeWorld War II.

By the 1950s, Largo’s expansion and urbanizationtransformed groves intosubdivisions. Retirees andmobile home parksreplaced truck farmers andfruit stands in the “Clean AirCapital.” As Largo enter-edthe new century, the “Cityof Progress” grew into thethird most populous city atthe crossroads of Florida’smost densely populatedcounty.

This book follows inthe footsteps of anotherexcellent book. In 2005,the Largo Area HistoricalSociety published From

Pines and Palmettos: A Portrait of Largo, Florida as anarrative history to commemorate Largo’s centennial.Many of the docents and volunteers at Heritage Villagealso belong to other local historical societies, includingour neighbors at the Largo Area Historical Society. Weappreciate their support and patronage at the Villageas well.

Revenues from the new Largo book will benefitHeritage Village. Schnur has directed Arcadia to send allof the author’s royalties directly to PCHS so these fundscan play a small but important role in supporting theVillage.

The Heritage Village Museum Newsletter - compliments of the Pinellas County Historical Society

January - June 2011

During thesummer, a repre-sentative fromArcadia Publishingcontacted HeritageVillage. Knownfor its popularsoft-cover photo-graphic histories,Arcadia expressed

an interest in publishing abook on the history ofLargo as part of its “Imagesof America” series.

Jim Schnur, an officerin the Pinellas CountyHistorical Society, spentthe summer and early fallwriting the narrative andresearching the photo-graphic resources in theArchives and Library atHeritage Village. He completed his manuscript inOctober.

Slated for release in March 2011, the book’s fivechapters trace the history of settlement anddevelopment in the Largo area through the rich photo-graphic archives at Heritage Village and other locallibraries. Largo has served as an important center ofagricultural and business activities since the arrival ofthe Orange Belt Railway in 1888. The opening chaptercaptures images of pioneer families and earlysettlements before Largo’s incorporation in 1905.

The other four chapters examine Largo’s history by

11909 125th Street North, Largo, FL 33774www.pinellascounty.org/heritage • (727) 582-2123

Hours: Wednesday–Saturday 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Sunday 1 p.m.–4 p.m.Closed Monday, Tuesday and County holidays.

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Jesse Ancil and Mary Adona Walsingham at their boothduring an early Pinellas County Fair

As we ring in thenew year, we havemuch for which to bethankful. HeritageVillage volunteers andour friends at thePinellas CountyHistorical Society(PCHS) have helped usmaintain our site andbuildings better than

we ever could have imagined, and PCHS hasa steady lineup of winter and springprogramming that is sure to draw visitors ofall interest levels. Check out the newCalendar of Events for the latest scheduleof festivals, lectures, and classes.

2011 will also mark the beginning of acountywide celebration for the PinellasCentennial - a commemoration of the onehundred year anniversary that Pinellasbecame a county, separate and apart fromHillsborough County. Most events will takeplace in 2012 (the actually date ofseparation was January 1, 1912) but you canexpect some lead-in events to take place in2011 as the county gears up for thefestivities. Museums, historical societies,chambers of commerce and municipalitiesare all expected to participate in the fun.PCHS has already begun planning activitiesfor the village – details will appear in thenext issue of the Village Post.

And finally, Orange Blossom Catering isnow available to provide event planningservices for your private event in the Church,Bandstand, Harris School or in the PinellasRoom. Heritage Village is a unique andmemorable location for weddings, birthdayparties, corporate retreats, family reunionsand other occassions. Please contact OrangeBlossom Catering directly for information onpricing, booking and services.

Orange Blossom Catering(727) [email protected]

All the best,

Ellen Babb, Museum Operations Manager

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Speaking of History Lecture SeriesSundays at 2 p.m.

January 16, 2011Re-enactor: Elizabeth Coachman, M.D.

“The Life and Times of Mary Jane Safford”Dr. Mary Jane Safford was one of the first women to practicemedicine in what eventually became Pinellas County. She servedbriefly as a Civil War nurse and was deeply involved with women’scauses of her day and temperance work. In the early 1880s shejoined her brother Anson P. K. Safford in Tarpon Springs andestablished a medical practice there. She hoped to establish a“health colony” in town, but died in 1891 before realizing thatdream.

February 20, 2011Speaker: Dorothy Smiljanich

“Then Sings My Soul: The Scott Kelly Story”Dorothy Smiljanich discusses her book which sheds light on1960’s Florida with her vivid portrayal of one of Florida’s mostcolorful political figures—Scott Kelly. Mayor of Lakeland at 28and legislative power broker in his 30s, Kelly strode a wide pathin the swirling political cauldron of 1960’s Florida. Kelly twicecame within an eyelash of being governor. His life begins in theOld Florida of tobacco and turpentine, and concludes with theNew Florida of huge housing developments and superexpressways—a Florida Kelly helped create.

March 20, 2011Speaker: Mac Perry

Topic: “The First 12,000 Years in Tampa Bay:The Extinct Pre-historic Indians of Florida”

Discover what life was like in Florida 12,000, 9,000, 5,000, 2,000,1,000 and 500 years ago, when the Spaniards arrived. Examineseveral artifact replicas of their tools that correspond with eachperiod.

April 17, 2011Speaker: Dr. Terry Parssinen

“The Oster Conspiracy of 1938: The Unknown Story ofthe Military Plot to Kill Hitler and Avert World War II”Dr. Parssinen shares the fascinating details of the military plot tokill Hitler and avert World War II. This narrative is based on newdocuments that he discovered in the U.S. Army War College andin the Oster family archives in Germany.

May 15, 2011Speaker: Tom Iovino

The History of Hurricanes in Pinellas CountyHurricanes have shaped Pinellas County both geographically andeconomically. As we prepare for another hurricane season take alook back through history at named and unnamed storms thathave visited this area.

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• Traditional Folk, Gospel andBluegrass Music

• Native American Dance• Native “Style” Flute Circle• Folk and Bluegrass Jams• “Sea Shanties” and Pirate History• Storytelling• “Fleece to Shawl” Activities• Traditional Craft Demonstrations• Embroidery Show• Antique Cars• Food Court

Free event parking and shuttleto event entrance located off 119th Street between

Ulmerton and old Walsingam Roads.

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$2.00 suggested donation;children under twelve free

The Pinellas County Historical Society Presents

Saturday, January 2910 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Pinellas Folk Festival 2011

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• I want to thank everyone who participated in our fall activities.

• The Jubilee was a great success due to the wonderful vendors recruited by Jody Stanley.

• The Flea Market was beyond expectations under the leadership of Mary Chernesky, Deborah Carter, and Connie Allen.

• The Christmas Season was enjoyed by many who visited the beautifully decorated houses. This project was led by Toni Walker and her many elves.

• We have all enjoyed the “Speaking of History” lecture series.Dr. Warren Clark told us about “Florida’s Romantic Past.” Willie Tellis filled the auditorium to tell us about growing up in rural Pinellas County. Bev Kelly and her committee planned these events and they will continue monthly through May.

• December 11th brought our open house with music, dancing, and many projects for children. Refreshments were provided by PCHS under the guidance of Vie Thompson and her committee.

• Now that the busy holiday season is over, I hope you will have time toparticipate in all the many exciting events planned for the New Year.

• Shelley Eckert has found wonderful musicians to entertain you at our annual Pinellas Folk Festival as she did last year. Terry Schmidt will again head up the food vendors and logistics. We will not have a Market in the Park that day.

• The Magnolia Luncheon will be held at Bon Appetit. This is always a great social affair. Plan to come and bring your friends. An invitation will be arriving soon.

• Keep watching for other exciting activities that are now in the planning stage.

• We are grateful for the many donations that have been made to the Society this year.

• If you need a gift or memorial we hope you will remember our library and green bench programs.

• Our board and committees have worked very hard to keep Heritage Village alive.

Won’t you come join us?

Work on a committee.

Join the society.

Attend meetings.

Sponsor an event.

Help us open the Sponge Warehouse.

We need everyone to continue ourpledge to make the Village one of the beststops in the county. Have a wonderfulwinter and spring.

I will see you at the village

Fran Johnson, PresidentPinellas County Historical Society

Pinellas County Historical Society Potluck DinnerFriday, January 21, 6 p.m. in the Pinellas Room

Professor Albert C. Hine, University of South Florida Collegeof Marine Science, will describe how Tampa Bay was formedmillions of years ago. It was actually a large sinkhole caused bythe collapse of a deeply-buried cavern. Professor Hine will tellhow during the last Ice Age (20,000 years ago) the depressioncaused by this collapse filled with fresh water making a wateringhole for the animals moving down ahead of the glaciers. As theanimals moved so did the early humans hunting them. Hine willadd a fascinating hypothesis!

Magnolia LuncheonMonday, April 11

House of Seven Gables

Jubilee Vendors

Jubilee Book Sale

Pinellas County Historical Society Potluck DinnerFriday, May 6

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Did you know that volunteers are busy digitizing the manythousands of images in the Heritage Village archives?

Digitizing photographs, documents and other images enhances access to andhelps preserve the collection. The originals do not have to be handled as frequentlywhich reduces wear and tear. In addition, all of our digitized images are backed uponto a DVD or thumb drive so that in case of a hurricane or other crisis, the backupcan be picked up and put in a safe place until the threat has passed.

Eventually we hope that all of our digitized images will be placed on the web,increasing access and allowing researchers to view the collection from anywhere,any time of day or night. Given our reduced staff and limited research hours, thiswill be one more way we can serve our community.

Heritage Village Garden Group Branches OutThe nine member Garden group’s mission is to interpret

local and Florida agricultural history using heirloom seeds -planning, planting, maintaining, harvesting and educatingthe public utilizing the 1890’s garden at the Moore House.Featured crops of the period grown locally include manyvegetables, cotton, tobacco, sugar cane, bananas, herbs andmore. One of the volunteers stated that “One of the greatestbenefits is seeing children’s faces as they realize howvegetables grow and that they don’t just come in a can.”Visitors from numerous states and countries often sharemethods from their own home. Other gardening efforts bygarden group members include teaching the VegetableGardening Workshop twice a year, planting flowering plantson the property and propagating and planting coralhoneysuckle along the park’s perimeter fence.

Members of this group are involved in many other areasof the Heritage Village program. Two members co-chaired the

annual Flea Market for thepast two years and raisedmore than $10,000in 2010. Others helped pack,organize, arrange and priceitems in addition to workingat the sale. One memberauthored the “Save HeritageVillage” petition presented to the County Commissioners and currently coordinates theBook Sale/Promotion of Events booth at the Market in the Park. Others are involvedwith the EnterAction exhibits, teaching Christmas crafts/decorations at the Trees & Traditions event, decorating for the holidays and serving as volunteer officeassistant to the museum manager. Several of the group serve on the Pinellas CountyHistorical Society board as members on various committees including the hospitalityteam, nominating committee, sunshine committee and more.

As one member said, “Anyone looking for something to do should volunteer atHeritage Village. It’s a fantastic place to volunteer, with exceptional, talented folks.”

The mission of Heritage Village is to collect, preserve, and interpret thehistory of Pinellas County within the context of Florida history.

Heritage Village Garden Crew, left to right.Ray Kent, Dotti Fitchett, Chardre Westerman, FrancinePettina, Dede Rice, Mary Chernesky, and Deb Carter.Not Shown: Ray Fellenbaum and LeRoy McKinley

Volunteers Mary Askew, ErnstUpmeyer and Howard Johnsontogether have scannedthousands of images fromHeritage Village’s photograph-ic collection.

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The Beginnings of the PinellasCounty Historical SocietyJim Schnur, Immediate Past President

Nearly 35 years ago, on April 7, 1976, thePinellas County Historical Society (PCHS) heldan introductory meeting in the CountyCommission Assembly Room of the oldcourthouse. At this gathering, plans wereunveiled for the Pinellas County HistoricalMuseum at Heritage Village (known asHeritage Park back then). Members of thePinellas County Historical Commission invitedrepresentatives from historical societies and otherorganizations throughout the county, from St.Petersburg to Tarpon Springs.

The April meeting was not the first gathering ofthe Historical Society, however. During the earlymonths of 1976, a small group of volunteers laid thefoundation for our present organization. Dr. David R.Carr, a professor at the University of South Florida St.Petersburg, served as the first acting president.Dorothy A. Edmunds assumed the role of actingsecretary. George F. Gramling Jr., the chair of theHistorical Commission, also took on a strong role inshaping the Society. By February 1976, they developedthe first bylaws and planned for a membershipcampaign.

Although the Society officially claims its year ofincorporation as 1976, the Society’s date of birthactually is November 5, 1975. On that date, theHistorical Commission decided to form a committeethat would act as “an arm of the museum.” Thiscommittee became PCHS.

The arrival of the first two structures—the Plant-Sumner House and Seven Gables—during theBicentennial year led to great excitement and supportfor the Village. Groundbreaking ceremonies took placein the spring of 1976, but much needed to be donebefore the original ten-acre tract of land could opento the public. An important step for the Society tookplace on August 24, 1976, the day that PCHS officerssigned their incorporation papers.

Many of the earliest volunteers at the Village alsoshowed their support by joining the Society: Eventhough dedication ceremonies did not take place untilJune 1977, by January of that year PCHS had nearly500 members. On January 31, 1977, PCHS receivedconditional tax-exempt status from the InternalRevenue Service, thus allowing it to operate as anon-profit and raise funds for the Village.

Soon thereafter, on March 15, the PCHS board helda special meeting to approve a $5,000 donation to helpcomplete projects at the Village before the June 1977opening date. The Society also launched a “Dollars forHeritage Park” campaign at local malls. From theseearly days forward, a strong partnership took shape.Thirty-five years later, as the Village faces newchallenges, the Society remains a strong partner.

EVENT SPONSORSMany special events and exhibits are held throughoutthe year and each feature unique opportunities foryou or your business to become involved as asponsor.

The Pinellas County Historical Society is now seekingsponsors for:

EVENTS• Pinellas Folk Festival (January 29, 2011)• Heritage Village Fall Jubilee (October 22, 2011)

EXHIBITS• Pinellas County Centennial Exhibit • Interior Restoration of Gulf of Mexico Sponge

Warehouse• “Soaking up History” Exhibit for Sponge Warehouse

Please call the Society at 582-2233 for furtherinformation

Thank you to our current sponsors!

Cub Scout Troop 371The Pie Factory

Groundbreaking ceremony at Heritage Village in 1976

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Green benches dot the landscape at HeritageVillage, providing a place to rest while strolling thewinding paths among the historic buildings; to enjoyperformances at stages during festivals; and tocontemplate in this special environment.

Celebrate amilestone event or honora loved one by becominga Green Bench Supporter.A commemorativeplaque on a bench plusa prominently displayedrecognition sign will bea visual expression ofyour commitment topreserving our past forfuture generations. Take a seat at Heritage Villageand mark your place in history with your GreenBench contribution to help support the ongoingrestoration and interpretation of our historicstructures. Call (727) 582-2127 for more information.

Thank you to the following who have markedtheir place in history with a Green Benchcontribution.

help preservePinellas County’s Historical Home

In Memory of Eva P. McLaughlinLoved by Family and Friends

In Memory of Hugh P. BradySupporter – Carol Brady

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The Heritage Village Archives & Library provides answers tonumerous research requests each month. To keep up with thedemand for information, the Pinellas County Historical Societydeveloped a program to help supplement this 3,500-volumelibrary. You can help the Heritage Village Archives & Librarycontinue to grow by making a minimum contribution of $50 for abook to be purchased in memory or in honor of someone specialto you or to celebrate a milestone event. Recognition of your giftwill appear on a nameplate inside the book and will be noted in aleather-bound book displayed in the Archives & Library. For moreinformation, please call (727) 582-2233.

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Mail check and form to: Book Donation - Pinellas County Historical Society P.O. Box 4862, Seminole, FL 33775

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One Book at a Time

Join us in recognizing these recent donationsto the Book Recognition Program

In Honor of Beverly KellyPinellas County Historical Society

Pinellas County Historical SocietyHeritage VillageP.O. Box 4862Seminole, Florida 33775

Heritage Village is a collection of more than 25 historic structures and features moved here to create a 21-acre living history museum.Explore the history of the Pinellas Peninsula as you wander the winding paths through the native pine and palmetto landscape.

Non-Profit Org.U.S. PostagePAID

Permit No. 8076St. Petersburg, FL

Ellen BabbMuseum Operations Manager

727-582-2127

Paige NoelLiving History Interpreter

727-582-2125

Marcella PinieroMuseum Collections Custodian

727-582-2464

Be sure to visit Heritage Village’s affiliate museums!

Pinellas County complies with theAmericans with Disabilities Act. Toobtain accessible formats of thisdocument, please contact theCommunications Department at

(727) 464-4600/ TDD (727) 464-4431.

Funding for this newsletter wasprovided by the Pinellas CountyHistorical Society. copies wereprinted at a cost of $ or

$ each. Produced in cooperationwith Heritage Village - A PinellasCounty Government Program.

North PinellasHistorical Museum

2043 Curlew RoadPalm Harbor, FL 34683(727) 724-3054

The Gulf BeachesHistorical Museum

115-10th AvenueSt. Pete BeachFL 33706(727) 552-1610

Museum Staff

For Teacherswww.pinellascounty.org/Heritage/for_teachers.htm

• Pop into History – “Enter-Action” History Fun!• School For A Day• Heritage Village History Kits

Visit our website for further details! www.pinellascounty.org/heritage

C A L E N D A R O F E V E N T S

Festivals & Events EducationSee It–Do It–Share It

schedule of activities subject to change

Market in the Park��November 6, 2010 – April 16, 2011

Saturdays, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Pinellas Folk Festival��January 29, 2011 - 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Florida African AmericanHeritage Celebration

February 26, 2011 - 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

National Quilting Day CelebrationMarch 19, 2011 – 10 a.m.- 3 p.m.

Antique Appraisal Fair��June 18, 2011 – 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

�� Sponsored by The Pinellas County Historical Society

7/2/06 removed pinewood reference andmoved up line and county info 6 points11909 125th Street North, Largo, FL 33774 • (727) 582-2123

Hours: Wednesday–Saturday 10 a.m.–4 p.m. • Sunday 1 p.m.–4 p.m. • Closed Monday, Tuesday and County holidays.

“Speaking of History” Lecture SeriesAll programs begin at 2 p.m. Sponsored by the Pinellas County Historical Society

Sunday, January 16, 2011 - Re-enactor: Elizabeth Coachman, M.D.Topic: “The Life and Times of Mary Jane Safford”

Sunday, February 20, 2011 - Speaker: Dorothy SmiljanichTopic: “Then Sings My Soul: The Scott Kelly Story”

Sunday, March 20, 2011 - Speaker: Mac PerryTopic: “The First 12,000 Years in Tampa Bay: The ExtinctPre-historic Indians of Florida”

Sunday April 17, 2011 - Speaker: Dr. Terry ParssinenTopic: “The Oster Conspiracy of 1938: The unknown Storyof the Military Plot to Kill Hitler and Avert World War II”

Sunday, May 15, 2011 - Speaker: Tom IovinoTopic: “The History of Hurricanes in Pinellas County”

Programs are free but donations support Heritage Village operations.

Florida History Mini CourseAdjunct history instructor and Associate University Librarian

Jim Schnur offers a three-part course on Florida history. Classeswill be held on Thursdays: January 6, 13, and 20 from 2-4 p.m. atHeritage Village. PCHS members pay $15 a session or $40 for thecourse; non-members pay $20 per class or $60 for the course. Allfunds raised will be used to support Heritage Village.Session I: Footprints in the Sand: Early Floridians and Spanish ExplorersSession II: Colonial Settlements, the American Revolution, Slavery, Civil Warand ReconstructionSession III: Dreamers, Schemers, Real Estate Booms and BustsCall (727) 582-2233 to register or for further information.

January - June 2011

Saturday, February 5, 2011 10:00 a.m. – 11 a.m.What’s Fresh Near You!

An important part of buying local is making an effort topurchase fresh fruits and vegetables that are in season in ourarea. Join Nan Jensen from Pinellas County Extension for thissession on buying produce here in Florida and experience the“taste” of freshly prepared Florida fruits and vegetables.To register, call 582-2104.

Saturday, February 12, 2011 10 a.m. – NoonHeritage Village Vegetable GardeningTopics included are soil preparation, time of year to plant

various vegetables, care of plants, garden pests and how toprevent or treat for them. The workshop, sponsored by thePinellas County Historical Society, is free to the public.Donations benefit Heritage Village operations.To register, call 582-2233.

Tymes Past, Pinellas Folk Festival 2011 Performers

For more information or to make an appointment,please call 582-2128.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Unique Volunteer OpportunitiesHistoric House Caretaker: “Adopt an historic house”and provide special care and detailing utilizing historichouse preservation guidelines.

Maintenance: Are you experienced with home orcommercial repair or are you interested in historicpreservation? Help staff with behind thescenes upgrades, light maintenance and simple repairs.Inside and outside work is available.

Grounds Assistant: Do you love the Florida pineywoods? Help keep Heritage Village pathways, porchesand walkways clear of debris and provide upkeep toplantings around historic houses. Heritage VillageGarden volunteers provide interesting info on thehistory of agriculture, crops and growing vegetablegardens in Florida.

Museum Greeters:Meet school groups, bus tours andvisitors, provide tour information, help guests read theirmaps and answer questions in the field. Morning andafternoon shifts available.

Call (727) 582-2125 or [email protected] for further information.

Become A MemberBecome a member of the Pinellas County HistoricalSociety and help support Heritage Village. Societymembership includes a subscription to the Society’snewsletter; invitations to special programs; use of thelibrary and archives; 10% discount in the Gift Shop andparticipation in special interest projects.

Make membership checkpayable to:

PCHS - Pinellas County Historical Society727-582-2233

Mail to:Pinellas County Historical Society

P.O. Box 4862Seminole, FL 33775

Name:

Address:

City:

State: Zip:

Day Phone:

Evening Phone:

e-mail:

Annual

� College Student $10 � Individual $20 � Family $35 � Contributing $50 � Sustaining $100� Patron $500� Benefactor $1000

Volunteer opportunities include: • Docent• Greeters• Interpreter• Receptionist• Maintenance• Junior Docent• Office Assistant• Craft Demonstrator• Gift Shop Volunteer• Collections Assistant• Grounds Management• Special Events Assistant• Historic House Caretakers

For more information call (727) 582-2125or e-mail [email protected]

Volunteer at Heritage Village

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Operated by the Pinellas County Historical Society. Proceeds benefitongoing museum programs and projects.

Discover unique items:• Old-fashioned toys• Local interest books• Glassware & collectibles

• Citrus crate label post cards• Home decor with a vintage flair• Handcrafts. . . and more!

Hours: Wednesday - Saturday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.Sunday 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. • 727-582-2219

Heritage VillageGift Shop

10% Discount for PCHS members

Connect with the Past with the PresentVolunteering at Heritage Village allows you to participate inbringing people together for a good reason and commonpurpose – sharing our local heritage. Join Heritage Village toprovide your community with a greater understanding of localand state history and the importance of preserving it for futuregenerations!

Saturday, January 15, 2011, 10 - NoonNew Volunteer Open House

Saturday, June 4, 2011, 10 - NoonJunior Docent Orientation