HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF FT MEADE

FORT MEADE, FL

Anhinga Portrait (2) Stabby McBeakerson - Anhingas use the very sharp bill to spear fish underwater. They then come to the surface, flip the fish in the air and swallow it down.
Anhinga Portrait (2) Credit: Photomatt28

The Historical Society of Fort Meade, located in Fort Meade, Florida, is a non-profit, volunteer organization dedicated to preserving the history and heritage of the area. Founded in 1984, the Historical Society has a mission to collect, preserve, research, interpret and promote the history of the Fort Meade area.

The Historical Society operates out of the historic 1912 Carnegie Library and boasts a growing collection of artifacts, photographs, documents, and other memorabilia. Visitors can view permanent and rotating exhibits, as well as participate in special events such as lectures, workshops and field trips.

The Historical Society also offers a variety of educational programs aimed at students and local residents, including presentations on local history, guided tours and a speaker series. The organization also works with local schools to provide educational and entertaining field trips to the museum.

The Historical Society of Fort Meade also publishes a quarterly newsletter, the “Fort Meade Herald,” and works to promote the area’s history through public speaking engagements and other media.

The Historical Society of Fort Meade is dedicated to preserving the past and educating the public about the unique history of the Fort Meade area. Through its various programs, exhibits and educational initiatives, the organization is committed to preserving the area’s rich history for future generations.

HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF FT MEADE is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in FORT MEADE FL. US MID #8401200145

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Southeastern (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia).

Anhinga Portrait (2) Stabby McBeakerson - Anhingas use the very sharp bill to spear fish underwater. They then come to the surface, flip the fish in the air and swallow it down.
Racoon Family (2) Some masked bandits I encountered recently although not on Halloween. There was a family of 1 adult and 4 young racoons on my last visit to the Circle B Bar. Unfortunately it was before sunrise so a little tough to get good shots but I got a few.
Bok Tower Digital copy of print. Complete indexed photo collection at WorldHistoryPics.com.
Cypress Gardens Digital copy of print. Complete indexed photo collection at WorldHistoryPics.com.
Circle B Bar Reserve Sunrise 9_24 (3) Had to share one more of the stunning #sunrise from Sunday morning at the Circle B Bar Reserve in Lakeland, Florida.
Delaware Skipper After the colorful sunrise I was not finding many of my normal subjects. In the past I would have called the day a failure. Instead I pivoted to photographing smaller subjects like this Delaware Skipper. Check out the water droplets on its back and on the grass behind it. The main difference between moths, butterflies, and skippers is in the antennae. Butterflies have thread-like antennae that are thickened or knobbed at the end. Skippers have thread-like, knobbed antennae as well, but the knobs are tipped with distinct hooks.
Visit to Bok Tower Gardens (Lake Wales, Florida) - Friday July 7th, 2023 I tacked on a visit to the beautiful Bok Tower Gardens in Lake Wales after my visit to Lake Kissimmee State Park. This was a beautiful spot and I am so glad that I stopped there. There was a thunderstorm that passed through during my visit, but it was spectacular. From their site: "Located atop Iron Mountain, the highest point on the Lake Wales Ridge, is an impressive destination for birders, botanists and butterfly enthusiasts alike. Bok Tower Gardens is a National Historic Landmark and is famous for its cultivated gardens designed by Frederick Law Olmstead, Jr. However, the site also includes the Pine Ridge Nature Preserve, a 100-acre sandhill ecosystem comprised of longleaf pines and turkey oaks. Walk the trail through this preserve for Gopher Tortoise and birds like American Kestrel, Common Nighthawk, Pileated Woodpecker, Loggerhead Shrike and Bachman’s Sparrow. Check the cultivated gardens for butterflies and hummingbirds in spring and summer, as well as migratory songbirds during September and October, and again in April. Bok Tower Gardens has made significant contributions to the conservation of rare plants on the Lake Wales Ridge and offers excellent educational opportunities about the Ridge’s endangered upland habitats and their bird inhabitants. Birding field trips are offered as well, so call in advance for details and reservations for your group. Non-birding companions will appreciate the 205-foot neo-Gothic/art deco Singing Tower carillon, the gardens, art exhibits and special events." I visited on the morning of Friday July 7th, 2023 during my visit to Florida.
Visit to Bok Tower Gardens (Lake Wales, Florida) - Friday July 7th, 2023 I tacked on a visit to the beautiful Bok Tower Gardens in Lake Wales after my visit to Lake Kissimmee State Park. This was a beautiful spot and I am so glad that I stopped there. There was a thunderstorm that passed through during my visit, but it was spectacular. From their site: "Located atop Iron Mountain, the highest point on the Lake Wales Ridge, is an impressive destination for birders, botanists and butterfly enthusiasts alike. Bok Tower Gardens is a National Historic Landmark and is famous for its cultivated gardens designed by Frederick Law Olmstead, Jr. However, the site also includes the Pine Ridge Nature Preserve, a 100-acre sandhill ecosystem comprised of longleaf pines and turkey oaks. Walk the trail through this preserve for Gopher Tortoise and birds like American Kestrel, Common Nighthawk, Pileated Woodpecker, Loggerhead Shrike and Bachman’s Sparrow. Check the cultivated gardens for butterflies and hummingbirds in spring and summer, as well as migratory songbirds during September and October, and again in April. Bok Tower Gardens has made significant contributions to the conservation of rare plants on the Lake Wales Ridge and offers excellent educational opportunities about the Ridge’s endangered upland habitats and their bird inhabitants. Birding field trips are offered as well, so call in advance for details and reservations for your group. Non-birding companions will appreciate the 205-foot neo-Gothic/art deco Singing Tower carillon, the gardens, art exhibits and special events." I visited on the morning of Friday July 7th, 2023 during my visit to Florida.
Visit to Bok Tower Gardens (Lake Wales, Florida) - Friday July 7th, 2023 I tacked on a visit to the beautiful Bok Tower Gardens in Lake Wales after my visit to Lake Kissimmee State Park. This was a beautiful spot and I am so glad that I stopped there. There was a thunderstorm that passed through during my visit, but it was spectacular. From their site: "Located atop Iron Mountain, the highest point on the Lake Wales Ridge, is an impressive destination for birders, botanists and butterfly enthusiasts alike. Bok Tower Gardens is a National Historic Landmark and is famous for its cultivated gardens designed by Frederick Law Olmstead, Jr. However, the site also includes the Pine Ridge Nature Preserve, a 100-acre sandhill ecosystem comprised of longleaf pines and turkey oaks. Walk the trail through this preserve for Gopher Tortoise and birds like American Kestrel, Common Nighthawk, Pileated Woodpecker, Loggerhead Shrike and Bachman’s Sparrow. Check the cultivated gardens for butterflies and hummingbirds in spring and summer, as well as migratory songbirds during September and October, and again in April. Bok Tower Gardens has made significant contributions to the conservation of rare plants on the Lake Wales Ridge and offers excellent educational opportunities about the Ridge’s endangered upland habitats and their bird inhabitants. Birding field trips are offered as well, so call in advance for details and reservations for your group. Non-birding companions will appreciate the 205-foot neo-Gothic/art deco Singing Tower carillon, the gardens, art exhibits and special events." I visited on the morning of Friday July 7th, 2023 during my visit to Florida.
Visit to Bok Tower Gardens (Lake Wales, Florida) - Friday July 7th, 2023 I tacked on a visit to the beautiful Bok Tower Gardens in Lake Wales after my visit to Lake Kissimmee State Park. This was a beautiful spot and I am so glad that I stopped there. There was a thunderstorm that passed through during my visit, but it was spectacular. From their site: "Located atop Iron Mountain, the highest point on the Lake Wales Ridge, is an impressive destination for birders, botanists and butterfly enthusiasts alike. Bok Tower Gardens is a National Historic Landmark and is famous for its cultivated gardens designed by Frederick Law Olmstead, Jr. However, the site also includes the Pine Ridge Nature Preserve, a 100-acre sandhill ecosystem comprised of longleaf pines and turkey oaks. Walk the trail through this preserve for Gopher Tortoise and birds like American Kestrel, Common Nighthawk, Pileated Woodpecker, Loggerhead Shrike and Bachman’s Sparrow. Check the cultivated gardens for butterflies and hummingbirds in spring and summer, as well as migratory songbirds during September and October, and again in April. Bok Tower Gardens has made significant contributions to the conservation of rare plants on the Lake Wales Ridge and offers excellent educational opportunities about the Ridge’s endangered upland habitats and their bird inhabitants. Birding field trips are offered as well, so call in advance for details and reservations for your group. Non-birding companions will appreciate the 205-foot neo-Gothic/art deco Singing Tower carillon, the gardens, art exhibits and special events." I visited on the morning of Friday July 7th, 2023 during my visit to Florida.
Visit to Bok Tower Gardens (Lake Wales, Florida) - Friday July 7th, 2023 I tacked on a visit to the beautiful Bok Tower Gardens in Lake Wales after my visit to Lake Kissimmee State Park. This was a beautiful spot and I am so glad that I stopped there. There was a thunderstorm that passed through during my visit, but it was spectacular. From their site: "Located atop Iron Mountain, the highest point on the Lake Wales Ridge, is an impressive destination for birders, botanists and butterfly enthusiasts alike. Bok Tower Gardens is a National Historic Landmark and is famous for its cultivated gardens designed by Frederick Law Olmstead, Jr. However, the site also includes the Pine Ridge Nature Preserve, a 100-acre sandhill ecosystem comprised of longleaf pines and turkey oaks. Walk the trail through this preserve for Gopher Tortoise and birds like American Kestrel, Common Nighthawk, Pileated Woodpecker, Loggerhead Shrike and Bachman’s Sparrow. Check the cultivated gardens for butterflies and hummingbirds in spring and summer, as well as migratory songbirds during September and October, and again in April. Bok Tower Gardens has made significant contributions to the conservation of rare plants on the Lake Wales Ridge and offers excellent educational opportunities about the Ridge’s endangered upland habitats and their bird inhabitants. Birding field trips are offered as well, so call in advance for details and reservations for your group. Non-birding companions will appreciate the 205-foot neo-Gothic/art deco Singing Tower carillon, the gardens, art exhibits and special events." I visited on the morning of Friday July 7th, 2023 during my visit to Florida.
Visit to Bok Tower Gardens (Lake Wales, Florida) - Friday July 7th, 2023 I tacked on a visit to the beautiful Bok Tower Gardens in Lake Wales after my visit to Lake Kissimmee State Park. This was a beautiful spot and I am so glad that I stopped there. There was a thunderstorm that passed through during my visit, but it was spectacular. From their site: "Located atop Iron Mountain, the highest point on the Lake Wales Ridge, is an impressive destination for birders, botanists and butterfly enthusiasts alike. Bok Tower Gardens is a National Historic Landmark and is famous for its cultivated gardens designed by Frederick Law Olmstead, Jr. However, the site also includes the Pine Ridge Nature Preserve, a 100-acre sandhill ecosystem comprised of longleaf pines and turkey oaks. Walk the trail through this preserve for Gopher Tortoise and birds like American Kestrel, Common Nighthawk, Pileated Woodpecker, Loggerhead Shrike and Bachman’s Sparrow. Check the cultivated gardens for butterflies and hummingbirds in spring and summer, as well as migratory songbirds during September and October, and again in April. Bok Tower Gardens has made significant contributions to the conservation of rare plants on the Lake Wales Ridge and offers excellent educational opportunities about the Ridge’s endangered upland habitats and their bird inhabitants. Birding field trips are offered as well, so call in advance for details and reservations for your group. Non-birding companions will appreciate the 205-foot neo-Gothic/art deco Singing Tower carillon, the gardens, art exhibits and special events." I visited on the morning of Friday July 7th, 2023 during my visit to Florida.

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HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF FT MEADE
1 N TECUMSEH AVE
FORT MEADE
FL
33841

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MID # 8401200145
Name HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF FT MEADE
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Southeastern
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 27.752537, -81.80492
CODES FIPS State Code: 12
FIPS County Code: 105
US Census Tract: 016001
US Census Block: 2071