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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THE UNION OCCUPATION OF PALATKA, OUR ANNUAL HONORING OF A PUTNAM COUNTY HISTORICAL EVENT
September 27-29, 2024 the 160 Anniversary!
Society Members and Friends,
With sadness we announce that the Occupation is cancelled for 2024. Although it is disappointing to all who have been working diligently the past six months, it is in the best interest of safety for our public, for our participants and members. Thank you to all our groups, sponsorship from Jeff Rawls and Synergy Construction, Palmer Kinser, Charles Overturf, Elizabeth Van Rensburg, the Putnam County Library System, Putnam County School District, City of Palatka and of course the members of the Putnam County Historical Society.
We hope those in the path of the storm find safety. Thank you to our emergency services, first responders and those preparing to assist in the recovery.
Nicole Grace, President
Rob Mattson, Occupation of Palatka Reenactment Coordinator
VISIT US
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
See what downtown Palatka was like in 1885 block by block.
EXPLORE THE ARCHIVEHISTORICAL ARCHIVES: Putnam County Census
Census records are a great source for genealogists.
EXPLORE THE ARCHIVEHISTORICAL ARCHIVES: City Directories
Learn about the various residents of Palatka and Putnam County.
EXPLORE THE ARCHIVEHISTORICAL 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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