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Calendar of Events

If you "Switch to Calendar View" below, events are color-coded.  The following colors represent the type of event:  purple for the VAHS Traveling Exhibitions, tan for Events, red for Depot Campus schedule, teal for The Betty Intagliata Lecture Series and the Venice Centennial Lecture Series, and pink for Discover Sarasota Tours - The Venice Circus Tours.

Upcoming events

  • Depot & Circus Car Tours - closes at 1:00 pm

    • July 11, 2026
    • October 31, 2026
    • 17 sessions
    • 303 East Venice Avenue Venice, FL 34285

    PLEASE NOTE:  Tours are given between 10:00 am and 1:00 pm.


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  • Pop-Up Meet-Up at the Italian American Club of Venice

    • August 18, 2026
    • 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    • 1375 Ringling Drive S Venice, FL 34285
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    How much do you know about the place you call home?  Come and learn fun facts about Venice and Sarasota County that will impress your family and friends!

    You are cordially invited to

    Venice Trivia Night

    An evening of fun, food, and fellowship!

    The trivia game is hosted by VAHS members Kim and John Manning, recipients of the 2026 Sarasota County Heritage Award for their book,

    "Sarasota Trivia Game"

    This event is jointly sponsored by VAHS and IACV

    Light hors d'oeuvres will be offered.  Tickets are $5.00 per person.  Due to room capacity, seating is limited.  Please register ASAP to guarantee a reservation.  Payment must be made at the time of registration.  There will also be a cash bar.

    In addition, copies of the "Sarasota Trivia Game" will be offered at a special VAHS member all-inclusive price of $35 by either cash or check.

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