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Come visit this 21-acre living
history museum located in the
heart of Pinellas County. The natural pine
and palmetto landscape is home to some of
Pinellas County’s most historic buildings.
More than 28 historic structures and features,
some dating back to the 19th
century, include a school, church, sponge warehouse,
railroad depot and store as well as a variety
of historic homes.
Free Admission! -
Donations Welcome
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Special Events |
Historical Writing Workshop
May 10, July 12, & Sept 13
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Award-Winning Author, Angela T. Pisaturo will continue to conduct Historical Writing Workshops. Each three hour workshop will be unique and cover aspects of writing historical novels, from research to setting the scene, and more. Each workshop will cost $15.00 ($13.00 for PCHS Members). Advance registration is recommended. Call (727) 582-2233 for further information or to register.
Discover Pinellas! Viva Florida 500
May 19
Noon to 4 p.m.
As part of the commemoration of Juan Ponce De Leon’s arrival to Florida, the Pinellas Public Library Cooperative, Heritage Village and the Pinellas County Historical Society will host a countywide kickoff event that includes a time capsule dedication at 1:30 p.m. and family crafts, live music and storytelling throughout the day. The “For God and Gold” exhibit will be open as well and the Speaking of History lecture on Pre-Columbian Settlements Along the Pinellas Peninsula and the Legacies of First Contact will begin at 2 p.m. more information (flyer).
Special Exhibits
- “For God and Gold”
May 1 – December 29
This exhibit features Spanish Florida during the exploration and colonization of Florida.
- “Here Come the Brides”
June 5 – September 1
Enjoy an exhibit of antique wedding gowns dating from the Victorian Era through the
1930s.
Explore our new audio files.
Learn more about the architectural history of our buildings.
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Speaking of History Lecture Series
Sunday afternoon local history lecture series sponsored by the Pinellas County Historical Society. Lecture Series Schedule 
 As part of the 2012 centennial activities, enjoy the Pinellas County Historical Society series of multidisciplinary lectures titled “Pinellas by the Decades - view videos.”
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Boat Shop Fund Raising
Cruising into Coastal History
 Heritage Village is seeking funds to construct a building patterned after the boat shops in which area boat builders practiced their craft in days gone by. This building will house vintage boats and other materials related to the county’s rich coastal history. Special thanks to our sponsors. |
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 Archives & Library
 Heritage Village has evolved into Pinellas County's principal resource center for the collection, conservation, and study of the history of Pinellas County. more>
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Ongoing Exhibits
 Step out of the heat and enjoy the cool exhibits on display in the museum galleries! more> |
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Volunteer
 Village Volunteers Connect the Past...
with the present. Learn how you can become involved at this 21-acre history museum! more> |
Gift Shop
 Step out of the heat and enjoy the cool exhibits on display in the museum galleries! more> |
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Free Admission!
Donations Welcome
Heritage Village is a
no-smoking facility.
Dogs are allowed in the Village grounds on a leash, but not in the historic houses or the museum. Owners must pick up after them. |
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