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New Exhibit – One Island, Three Hometowns

Opening Tuesday, October 10, 2023

Location: Boca Grande Historical Society History Center

One Island, Three Hometowns - The Three Communities of Gasparilla Island from 1890-1960

New Exhibit Opening October 10, 2023

“One Island, Three Hometowns”

The exhibit is based upon the book, “One Island, Three Hometowns” and is dedicated with gratitude and appreciation to the many long-time residents who have shared their memories of the three unique communities of Gasparilla Island which centers upon the years 1890 – 1960. Years that witnessed significant changes to Gasparilla Island, including the development of downtown Boca Grande and of the north and south ends of the island plus illustrating the island’s diversified economy, labor force, and social communities.

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One Island, Three Hometowns by Charles Blanchard, Kimberly Kyle and Robert Edic - book cover

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