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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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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