Boynton Beach Historical Society Announces Its 2026–2027 History Program Series

The Boynton Beach Historical Society is pleased to announce its 2026–2027 History Program Series. Join us for another engaging season celebrating local history, notable people, the arts, and the stories that make our community unique.

Except for the January Art Show, programs will be held at the First Presbyterian Church of Boynton Beach, 235 SW 6th Avenue, Boynton Beach.

Meet & Greet: 7:00 p.m.
Program: 7:30 p.m.

October 12, 2026

Believe It or Not: Fables & Truths of Boynton Beach
Presented by Janet Naughton and Ginger Pedersen

Discover some of the fascinating stories, legends, and surprising truths from Boynton Beach’s past.

November 9, 2026

History of the Lake Worth Playhouse
Presented by Michael McKeich, Board President, Lake Worth Playhouse

Explore the history of one of Palm Beach County’s treasured cultural landmarks and its role in the community.

January 16, 2027

Art Show

The Society’s Art Show will be held at the Boynton Cultural Arts Center. Join us for this special event celebrating art, creativity, community, and local heritage.

February 8, 2027

Public Health Pioneer Rosa Brown
Presented by Janet Naughton

Learn about Rosa Brown and her important contributions as a public health pioneer.

March 8, 2027

Women Who Made History: Lillie Pierce Voss, Millie Gildersleeve, and Adah Fox Weihe Saunders

Celebrate Women’s History Month as we explore the lives and accomplishments of three remarkable women whose stories are part of our local history.

April 12, 2027

History Trivia Game & Ice Cream Social

Test your history knowledge, enjoy some friendly competition, and help us close out the program season with an old-fashioned ice cream social.

Mark your calendars and join us for a season of history, discovery, and community!

HISTORY STROLLS

Professor Janet Naughton, past-president of the Boynton Beach Historical Society leads narrated history tours of downtown Boynton Beach, local cemeteries, and other historic sites.

We plan to announce more history strolls in the near future.

History stroll with Professor Janet Naughton

Rosenwald Schools in Palm Beach County – Historic Marker Dedication, 2024

Historic Marker Dedication for Boynton’s Poinciana Elementary School. The school was the first Rosenwald Funded School for rural black children in Palm Beach County

Program Meeting Recordings

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