Celebrating South Shore History

Saturday, November 15, 2014, 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Location: Firehouse Cultural Center

Event type: Workshops & Classes

Ever wonder about the history of this piece of paradise that we call “South Shore?” In partnership with the Ruskin Branch Library, Firehouse Cultural Center presents a walk down memory lane. See photos, videos, displays, and talk to those who have been in the “South Shore” area for more than 50 years! We plan on immersing you in the history of this beautiful slice of heaven south of the alafia river, which includes,Gibsonton, Wimauma, Ruskin, Apollo Beach, Sun City Center, Riverview, and Sun City.

FREE event that will feature videos of local farmers and the local sites, such as, The Showman’s Museum, the gulf side beach in Apollo Beach, Little Harbor, the original electric power building in Sun City and more historical locations! Dr. Mac Miller will be giving a presentation of the original history of Ruskin starting in 1906 which included the Commongood Society. Dr. Tina Trent and Kathy Wiles will be speaking on the history of the first library, located in the Ruskin Woman’s Club, the original residence for the Presidents of the historic Ruskin College.

Join us for this FREE historical and educational event full of displays, photos, videos, and presentations by long-term residents.

Please call for more information. 813-645-7651. Complimentary Refreshments will be Served.

Firehouse Cultural Center will present on November 15th!


If you or someone you know has extensive knowledge on the history of “South Shore” then we want to hear from you! Please call the Firehouse Cultural Center at 813-645-7651!RUSKIN HISTORY 1

 

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More information to come!