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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

HISTORICAL ARCHIVES: Block Maps

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

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

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

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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