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  • Conversation at the Crocker: Ringling’s Private Rail Car

    Pullman car historian and restorer of John Ringling’s private railroad car, the Wisconsin car in Sarasota talks about rail travel of the Gilded Age and how John and Mable Ringling traveled in luxury aboard a fabulous custom car. “It is rare for a private railroad car to be restored with such care, attention to detail… Read more

  • 25th Historical LeBarge Cruise

    The Historical Society celebrated its 25th Historical LeBarge Cruise early in November, and were delighted to offer commentary courtesy of famed local historian John McCarthy. If you couldn’t make the November tour with us, make plans now to join us in March! Email Linda Garcia, our Site Manager, at hsosc1@gmail.com for your reservations now. Funds… Read more

  • Love to read? Love history? Join us with our new programs

    The Historical Society of Sarasota County has two new programs beginning in December. BBBL – Brown Bag Book Lunch! This series of four get-togethers starts on Wednesday, December 17, 2014 from 11:30am to 1:30pm.  Local authors will discuss their books and offer insights in the Crocker Memorial Church starting at 11:30am followed by a question… Read more