The Putnam County Historical Society was incorporated in June of 1966. As stated in its articles of incorporation "the general purposes and objects of this corporation shall be to aid in the discovery and preservation of historical objects and events; to obtain funds for the erection of historical monuments and museums; to promote the interest of all people in the history of our area, particularly Putnam County."
Our Society pursues these goals through several outlets, including: operating the Bronson-Mulholland House and the Putnam Historic Museum, hosting historical programs, and its involvement in historical preservation.
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VOLUNTEERS AND SPONSORS NEEDED
Greetings Members and Friends of the Society,
The 15th Annual Occupation of Palatka will take place at the Bronson-Mulholland House, 100 Madison Street, Palatka, Friday September 26th through Sunday September 28th, 2026. Friday is our school day with hundreds of Putnam County fourth graders and homeschoolers visiting the site. We are in need of volunteers to help throughout the weekend to make this another successful year. If you could give us a few hours of your time on any of the three days, please let us know.
We could also use sponsors to help defray costs associated with the Occupation.
If you can volunteer or if you know a potential sponsor, please contact President Nicole Grace at (904)309-3069 or Secretary Rob Mattson at (386)937-1235.
Thank you in advance for your continuing support of your Society in sharing our rich local history with our community.
Nicole Grace, President
Putnam County Historical Society
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Putnam County Historical Society operates two historic museums in the City of Palatka and hosts county-wide educational events on a bimonthly basis. The Putnam County Historical Society House and Museum, located at 100 Madison Street in Palatka’s beautiful 1854 Bronson-Mulholland House, is dedicated to the preservation and education of history for all of Putnam County’s unique and wonderful past. Join us on a journey through the history of the Gem of the St. Johns!
The Bronson-Mulholland House is open Saturdays from 1 PM to 4 PM and the first Sunday of the month from 1 PM to 4 PM. The Historic Museum is also open on the first Sunday of the month at same times.
CLICK FOR MAP Admission is free but donations are gladly accepted.
HISTORICAL ARCHIVES: Block Maps
HISTORICAL ARCHIVES: Block Maps
See what downtown Palatka was like in 1885 block by block.
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HISTORICAL ARCHIVES: Putnam County Census
HISTORICAL ARCHIVES: Putnam County Census
Census records are a great source for genealogists.
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HISTORICAL ARCHIVES: City Directories
HISTORICAL ARCHIVES: City Directories
Learn about the various residents of Palatka and Putnam County.
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HISTORICAL ARCHIVES: School Yearbooks
HISTORICAL ARCHIVES: School Yearbooks
Yearbooks are a window in the past for many of us, even if they've only been around in their current form for the past century.
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