History
April '22
The Founding of the City Federation of Colored Women’s Clubs & the Melrose Clubhouse
Dedicated in 1942, the Melrose Clubhouse for the City Federation of Colored Women’s Clubs served as a center for civic and recreational gatherings during...
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La Florida and Lost Voices from America’s Oldest Parish Archive, 1594-1821.
Dotted with historical markers identifying significant places, people, and events from its past, St. Augustine has long served as a tourist attraction because of...
Dec '21
Remembering the “World’s First Celebration of the Sun”
In December 1925, a cold and rainy week cast a rare shadow over the Sunshine City, perhaps foreshadowing the downward slide of local land-speculation...
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A Tourist Town and a Training Ground: St. Pete during World War II
In December of 1941, the United States declared war on the Axis Powers and officially entered a war already raging overseas. Even before the...
History
We’ve Always Had Art: Remembering the Originals
As this month’s SHINE St. Petersburg Mural Festival reminds us, art thrives in St. Pete. In addition to our diverse array of public art,...
History
The Ambassadors Club: Leading the Way
In 1953, St. Petersburg physician Dr. Ralph M. Wimbish invited a small group of Black professionals, educators, and business leaders to his home to...
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The Greatest St. Pete Story Ever Told
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Benoot Realty: Embracing Family Values
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April '24
Welcome to the 19th Annual Sunscreen Film Festival
Call it spring break for movie buffs.
Starting Thursday, April...
