Celebrating National Lighthouse Day

On August 7, we celebrate National Lighthouse Day, a day dedicated to the iconic structures that have guided sailors safely to shore for centuries. In Florida, lighthouses are not just navigational aids; they are historical treasures that tell the stories of our coastal heritage. Today, we highlight the remarkable lighthouses that have been included to the Florida’s 11 to Save or recognized through Florida’s Preservation Awards.

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11 to Save, History

Announcing the 2024 Florida’s 11 to Save

Yesterday, the Florida Trust for Historic Preservation announced the 2024 Florida’s 11 to Save, a list of the most threatened historic places in the state, at the 2024 Preservation on Main Street conference hosted in collaboration with Florida Main Street in Tallahassee. Each year, the Florida Trust announces its 11 to Save sites, which are

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11 to Save, Events, Preservation News

Florida Preservation News: March 2024

Historic preservation is making headlines in Florida. Here’s a roundup of news items to watch, and updates on stories we’ve been following: The Debs Store opened in 1921 in the two-story brick building at 1478 Florida Ave., now A. Philip Randolph Boulevard. Photo: Jacksonville Daily Record. Florida Trust for Historic Preservation Ongoing Education Grants Regional

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Preservation News

Florida Women Who Made History: Elizabeth “Bessie” Coleman

Bessie Coleman. Photo: George Rinhart/Corbis via Getty Images Bessie Coleman’s extraordinary life story is a testament to the power of resilience, courage and unyielding determination. As the first African American and (self-identified) Native American woman to hold a pilot’s license, Coleman shattered racial and gender barriers in the early 20th century, emerging not only as

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Florida Women Who Made History: Sallye Mathis

Sallye Mathis. Photo: Duval County Public Schools. As we celebrate International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month, it is vital to honor the stories of women who have played critical roles in shaping a more equitable society. One such remarkable woman is Sallye B. Mathis, whose dedication and resilience have left an indelible mark on

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