Mrs. Frances Bourque’s Keynote Address from our 2017 Annual Meeting
When we think of the word legacy, what comes to mind? It can be a daunting word. When we think Read More »
View ArticleThe Delray Beach Fire Department Turns 100!
With the 100th Birthday of the Delray Beach Fire Department upon us, we thought we’d take a look back at Read More »
View ArticleThe History of the Gladioli Festival
“It is the purpose of the South Florida Gladioli Festival and Fair Association, Inc., through its officers and board of Read More »
View ArticleOur New Board Members
Sylvia Pecaro is the daughter of one of the original founding members of the historical society, William E. Gwynn. She Read More »
View ArticleKate’s Corner: History & Hurricanes
By the grace of God or the whims of weather, Hurricane Irma gave Delray Beach little more than a sideways glance. But in the Read More »
View ArticleKate’s Corner: The Art of Oral History
“THE ART OF ORAL HISTORY” BY KATE TEVES In 1877, a not-so-little thing called the phonograph burst onto Read More »
View ArticleTips for Recording Oral Histories
By Kate Teves At the Delray Beach Historical Society, we heartily encourage our audience to share interviews, songs, and other Read More »
View ArticleA Season of Tours and Classes
Our vision in opening new permanent exhibits in January 2018, was to offer a meaningful pathway to learn about local Read More »
View ArticleWelcome New Board Members!
We welcomed three new board members at our 2018 Annual Meeting. They bring rich experience and knowledge to our organization, Read More »
View ArticleSponsor Spotlight with Sean Donahue
Where did you come from and what brought you to Delray Beach? Originally from Northern Virginia, I originally moved to Read More »
View ArticleSpring Harvest 2018
Local farmers and farm-to-table restaurants gathered on May 2nd to celebrate Delray’s agricultural heritage at the 5th Harvest Celebration. This Read More »
View ArticleDelray’s Preservation Trust Taking Steps to Save Carver School
September 11, 2018 is when the County School Board will meet to decide which schools in Delray Beach are to Read More »
View ArticleHistory of Carver High School
Just before the turn of the last century, pioneering African-American residents in the fledgling town known as Linton were urging Read More »
View ArticlePreserving the Past for the Future
Our New Oral History Project brought to you by The Alexander and Linda Simon Foundation The Delray Beach Historical Society’s Read More »
View ArticleSponsor Spotlight: Jaime Mayo
We recently caught up with Mr. Jaime Mayo from HNM Architecture, our newest Ocean City Sponsor! He and his Read More »
View ArticleAN “OLD SCHOOL” INSPIRES A TOWN
The first public school established in Palm Beach County was constructed in the town of Linton in 1894 by African American settlers, who petitioned the Dade County Schools […] The post AN “OLD SCHOOL”...
View ArticleCelebrating AAPI Heritage Month: The History of the Yamato Colony
By Kayleigh Howald May is Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, and to celebrate, we explored the rich history of Yamato, Florida. Yamato was a small […] The post Celebrating AAPI...
View ArticleHistoric Districts of Delray Beach
In 1987, the City of Delray Beach, working with the Delray Beach Historical Society and a group of volunteer citizens, established four historic districts. These actions set Delray […] The post...
View ArticleFishing in Paradise: A History of Delray Beach’s Favorite Pastime
By Kayleigh Howald Florida is known as the “Fishing Capital of the World.” The state’s diversity of fish and habitats, weather, and unique location help make it a […] The post Fishing in Paradise: A...
View ArticleTrying to Reason with Hurricane Season: The History of Delray Beach’s...
By Kayleigh Howald Every Floridian – whether a seasoned veteran of the Sunshine State or a new arrival – has a hurricane story. Maybe it is the story […] The post Trying to Reason with Hurricane...
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