Historical figures in the banner are (L-R):  Rev. Jesse Knight, Frank Higel, Bertha Honoré Palmer, Dr. Fred Albee, John Nolen


Historical figures in the banner above are (L-R): 

Rev. Jesse Knight, Frank Higel, Bertha Honoré Palmer, Dr. Fred Albee, John Nolen

Calendar of Events

Upcoming events

    • September 30, 2023
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • October 07, 2023
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • October 14, 2023
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • October 17, 2023
    • 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    • UUCOV 1971 Pinebrook Rd Venice, FL 34292

    "Bertha Honoré Palmer:  Businesswoman and Rancher of Sarasota County"

    Portrayal by Kate Holmes

    Tuesday, October 17, 2023

    7 PM

    Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Venice

    1971 Pinebrook Rd.

    Venice, FL  34292



    Seating is limited.  Please plan to arrive early.





    *The Betty Intagliata Lecture Series is sponsored by the Venice Area Historical Society, with permanent funding provided by the Bill Jervey, Jr. Charitable Foundation.  All programs are FREE and OPEN to the public.





    • October 21, 2023
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • October 28, 2023
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • November 01, 2023
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • November 04, 2023
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • November 06, 2023
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • November 08, 2023
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • November 11, 2023
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • November 12, 2023
    • 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • The Depot Campus 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285
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    VAHS New Member Orientation


    Sunday, November 12, 2023

    2 pm to 4 pm


    The Depot Campus

    303 E. Venice Ave.

    Venice, FL  34285


    If you’re new to VAHS, you won’t want to miss the New Member Orientation planned for November 12th at the Depot Campus. We’ll have light refreshments and lots of interesting information to share including how you can get involved.


    FREE.  Please RSVP by clicking here or email information@veniceareahistoricalscocity.org.

    Final date for reservations is November 5th.


    Note:  Space is limited, but we're planning another session

    in February 2024 if you can't attend this one.



    • November 13, 2023
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • November 15, 2023
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • November 18, 2023
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • November 20, 2023
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • November 21, 2023
    • 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    • UUCOV 1971 Pinebrook Rd Venice, FL 34292

    "Rose Wilson:  Businesswoman of Sarasota"

    Rose Wilson fought for

    "Better roads for those in South Sarasota County."

    Portrayal by Kathryn Chesley

    Tuesday, November 21, 2023

    7 PM

    Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Venice

    1971 Pinebrook Rd.

    Venice, FL  34292



    Seating is limited.  Please plan to arrive early.





    *The Betty Intagliata Lecture Series is sponsored by the Venice Area Historical Society, with permanent funding provided by the Bill Jervey, Jr. Charitable Foundation.  All programs are FREE and OPEN to the public.





    • November 22, 2023
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • November 25, 2023
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • November 25, 2023
    • 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM

    Venice Area Historical Society will once again be marching in the City of Venice Holiday Parade along with Sue Chapman and Robert Brooke in Robert's Antique Truck.  Come join in the fun as Venice celebrates the holiday season.

    Are you interested in walking with VAHS in the parade?  Send an email to: information@veniceareahistoricalsociety.org and let us know by November 22nd.  Then you can meet us at the corner of W. Venice Ave. and Park Boulevard S. at 5 pm and join in the fun.  We'll also have an informal get together after the parade.  Details will be emailed to you in advance.


    In its 47th year, the City of Venice Holiday Parade on Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023, is the perfect "kickoff" to the holiday season in Venice, Florida. 

    Thousands of enthusiastic and creative participants representing over 100 local companies, schools, churches, social organizations and music groups join together to make this community family event fun for all ages.

    Tens of thousands of spectators line the parade route early to find and secure their perfect spot to enjoy the festivities.

    Bring your appetite! Drinks and goodies are offered for sale by high school booster clubs, Scouts and local nonprofit service groups all along the parade route.

    Pre-parade entertainment begins at 5:30 p.m. at Harbor Drive and Venice Avenue and at Nokomis and Venice avenues. Music begins to fill the air, the lighting of the downtown holiday decorations begin to sparkle with the sunset and the fun is just beginning.

    Parade officially begins at 6:30 p.m. at the corner of Park Boulevard and W. Venice Avenue (south side). It will proceed on the north side of W. Venice Avenue after crossing over Harbor Drive. From there, it will make a turn on Nokomis Avenue and travel down to Turin Street. Floats will unload at the Venice Community Center. 



    • November 27, 2023
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • November 29, 2023
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • November 30, 2023
    • 11:15 AM - 2:30 PM
    • Pelican Pointe Golf and Country Club 499 Derbyshire Drive, Venice, FL 34285
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    VAHS Holiday Luncheon Buffet

    Thursday, November 30, 2023

    11:15 am-2:30 pm

    Pelican Pointe Golf & Country Club

    499 Derbyshire Drive

    Venice, FL  34285


    MENU

    Garden Salad with Choice of Dressings

    Rolls and Butter

    Honey Balsamic Glazed Salmon

    Chicken Picatta

    Garlic Rosemary Oven Roasted Potatoes

    Green Beans

    Assorted Desserts

    Coffee, Tea, and Sodas

    Cash Bar Available


    SPEAKER

    The Honorable Nicholas (Nick) Pachota

    Mayor of Venice, Florida

    Tickets $35.  Reservations for the luncheon may be made online by clicking here or send with your check (made payable to VAHS) to VAHS Holiday Luncheon, PO Box 995, Venice, FL 34284-0995.  Please list reservation name(s) in the memo line. Final date for reservations is November 23rd.



    • December 02, 2023
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • December 04, 2023
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • December 06, 2023
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • December 09, 2023
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • December 11, 2023
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • December 13, 2023
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • December 16, 2023
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • December 18, 2023
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • December 20, 2023
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • December 23, 2023
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • December 27, 2023
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • December 30, 2023
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • January 01, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • January 03, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • January 06, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • January 08, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • January 10, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • January 13, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • January 15, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • January 16, 2024
    • 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    • UUCOV 1971 Pinebrook Rd Venice, FL 34292

    Betty Intagliata Lecture Series



    Seating is limited.  Please plan to arrive early.





    *The Betty Intagliata Lecture Series is sponsored by the Venice Area Historical Society, with permanent funding provided by the Bill Jervey, Jr. Charitable Foundation.  All programs are FREE and OPEN to the public.





    • January 17, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • January 19, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    • Venice Chamber of Commerce 597 S Tamiami Trail, Venice, FL 34285

    Visit the Venice area historical society booth at the:

    Venice Area Chamber of Commerce
    Non-Profit Rally

    Friday, January 19, 2024

    10 AM - 2 PM

    Venice Area Chamber of Commerce

    (This event will be held in the Chamber parking lot) 

    • January 20, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • January 22, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • January 24, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • January 27, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • January 29, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • January 31, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • February 03, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • February 05, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • February 07, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • February 10, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • February 12, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • February 14, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • February 17, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • February 19, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • February 20, 2024
    • 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    • UUCOV 1971 Pinebrook Rd Venice, FL 34292
    Betty Intagliata Lecture Series



    Seating is limited.  Please plan to arrive early.





    *The Betty Intagliata Lecture Series is sponsored by the Venice Area Historical Society, with permanent funding provided by the Bill Jervey, Jr. Charitable Foundation.  All programs are FREE and OPEN to the public.





    • February 21, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • February 24, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • February 26, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • February 28, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • March 02, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • March 04, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • March 06, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • March 09, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • March 11, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • March 13, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • March 16, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • March 18, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • March 19, 2024
    • 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    • UUCOV 1971 Pinebrook Rd Venice, FL 34292
    Betty Intagliata Lecture Series



    Seating is limited.  Please plan to arrive early.





    *The Betty Intagliata Lecture Series is sponsored by the Venice Area Historical Society, with permanent funding provided by the Bill Jervey, Jr. Charitable Foundation.  All programs are FREE and OPEN to the public.





    • March 20, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • March 23, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • March 25, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • March 27, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • March 30, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • April 01, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • April 03, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • April 06, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • April 08, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • April 10, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • April 13, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • April 15, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • April 16, 2024
    • 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    • UUCOV 1971 Pinebrook Rd Venice, FL 34292
    Betty Intagliata Lecture Series



    Seating is limited.  Please plan to arrive early.





    *The Betty Intagliata Lecture Series is sponsored by the Venice Area Historical Society, with permanent funding provided by the Bill Jervey, Jr. Charitable Foundation.  All programs are FREE and OPEN to the public.





    • April 17, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • April 20, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • April 22, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • April 24, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • April 27, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


    • April 29, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285

    Historic Venice Depot and Circus Car Tours


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