MFH Speakers Bureau
The Museum staff has a wealth of information we would love to share it with your group or organization. Through our Museum of Florida History Speaker Bureau, our curators and other staff members offer presentations on a variety of topics on Florida history and other museum-related subjects. To see what topics are currently available, click here.
History at High Noon
September 24, 2024, Noon–12:45 p.m.
R. A. Gray Building, 500 S Bronough St, Tallahassee, Florida
Protecting Florida's Historic Cemeteries
2nd Saturday Family Programs
Upcoming Programs
La Florida: National Hispanic Heritage Month
September 14, 2024, 11 a.m.
Eastside Branch Library, 1583 Pedrick Road, Tallahassee, Florida
September 15th marks the beginning of National Hispanic Heritage Month. Each year, we celebrate the centuries of history, heritage, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans that continue to shape Florida’s identity. From food, music, and language to the State’s very name, evidence of “La Florida” is everywhere. Join us to learn more, and as part of the program, make and decorate your very own maracas!
Each free program runs from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. and is designed for children ages 4 to 8 and their families.
20th of May— Emancipation in Florida
On January 1, 1863, President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation, freeing enslaved people in the rebelling Southern states. More than two years later, Union General Edward McCook arrived in Tallahassee to take possession of the city from Southern forces. General McCook established his headquarters at the Hagner House, now known as the Knott House. On May 20, he declared the Emancipation Proclamation in effect. Former slaves celebrated this announcement with a picnic at Bull Pond, today's Lake Ella. Annually since 1865, communities in Tallahassee have celebrated May 20th as Emancipation Day.
The Knott House Museum and the John G. Riley Museum host an annual celebration of the 20th of May. Learn More
Museum Hours
The Museum is temporarily closed as part of ongoing renovations at the R. A. Gray Building.
Contact Information
The Museum of Florida History
500 S. Bronough St.
Tallahassee, FL 32399
| Phone: | 850-245-6400 |
| Fax: | 850-245-6433 |
Contact Us
Museum of Florida History
500 S. Bronough St.
Tallahassee, FL 32399-0250
tel 850.245.6400
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