Florida Historical Society Archaeological Institute

Name: Florida Historical Society Archaeological Institute
Address: 435 Brevard Avenue, Cocoa, FL, 32922, US
Telephone: (321) 690-1971 Ext 222

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FHSAI is dedicated to educating the public about Florida archaeology through research, publication a Florida archaeology enthusiast Clarence B.

THE FLORIDA HISTORICAL SOCIETY (FHS) has been supporting archaeology in the state for more than a century, and today we are more active than ever. The FHS was the first state-wide organization dedicated to the preservation of Florida history and
prehistory, as stated in our 1905 constitution. We were the first state-wide organization to preserve Native American artifacts such as stone pipes, arrowheads, and pottery, and the first to actively promote and publish archaeological research dating back to the early 1900s. Moore became a Member of the FHS in 1907, and contributed his written works to our Library of Florida History. We were instrumental in the creation of the position of State Archaeologist and the establishment of the Florida Anthropological Society (FAS) in the 1940s, and served as host of the Florida Public Archaeology Network (FPAN) East Central Region from 2010 through 2013. Under the direction of the FHS, the East Central Region was one of FPAN's most successful. Today, the FHS continues our proud tradition of supporting archaeology in the state with the FLORIDA HISTORICAL SOCIETY ARCHAEOLOGICAL INSTITUTE (FHSAI).

10/16/2026

The Library of Florida History in Cocoa is hosting a special screening of the film “Creature from the Black Lagoon” at 6:00 pm on October 30th. Coming up on “Florida Frontiers: The Weekly Radio Magazine of the Florida Historical Society” we’ll talk with the Gill Man himself, Ricou Browning. We’ll discuss the overlooked accomplishments of Ponce de Leon, and one of the oldest buildings in Charlotte County. Check your local NPR schedule, listen as a podcast, or online at https://myfloridahistory.org/frontiers/radio/programs.

10/14/2026

Join the Florida Historical Society for this FREE conference, Friday and Saturday at the University of Central Florida. Scan below for the schedule. See you in Orlando!

10/09/2026

Enjoy a Halloween treat from your Florida Historical Society! Scary movie aficionado Dr. Phil Simpson will introduce a special screening of the classic “Creature from the Black Lagoon” at our Library of Florida History in Cocoa on Friday, October 30, at 6:00 pm. See you there!

10/08/2026

The 50th Anniversary Barberville Fall Jamboree will be held November 7th and 8th. Coming up on “Florida Frontiers: The Weekly Radio Magazine of the Florida Historical Society” we’ll go to the Barberville Pioneer Settlement. We’ll discuss the experiences of Seminole boys at Choctaw Academy, and remember the African American community of Georgetown. Check your local NPR schedule, listen as a podcast, or online at https://myfloridahistory.org/frontiers/radio/programs.

10/07/2026

Join the Florida Historical Society for a trip to the Bahamas that is both intellectually stimulating and FUN! Join like-minded individuals for this unique conference experience. Make your deposit TODAY to reserve your place aboard the beautiful Venezia for the Florida Historical Society 2027 Conference Cruise! You don’t want to miss this very special event that includes presentations from historians, authors, and graduate students, a private tour in Nassau, the FHS Awards Presentation, and other group events. More info and registration is at https://myfloridahistory.org/conferences/forum/2027.

10/01/2026

The former Duval High School now houses elderly residents. Coming up on “Florida Frontiers: The Weekly Radio Magazine of the Florida Historical Society” we’ll visit Jacksonville’s Public School No. 1. We’ll discuss the pivotal year 1892, and talk about Floridian Lewis Powell—part of the conspiracy to assassinate Abraham Lincoln. Check your local NPR schedule, listen as a podcast, or online at https://myfloridahistory.org/frontiers/radio/program/647.

09/26/2026

The latest episode of Florida Frontiers Television, Miami’s Freedom Tower, will premiere on WUCF-TV Sunday morning at 11:00, and on PBS affiliates throughout the state after that. Check your local PBS schedule. You can watch it anytime at https://myfloridahistory.org/frontiers/television/episode/68. Built in 1925 as the home of the Miami Daily News, Miami’s Freedom Tower became the Federal Processing Center for hundreds of thousands of Cuban refugees from 1962 to 1974.

09/24/2026

President Calvin Coolidge stayed at Lakeside Inn for a month in 1930. Coming up on “Florida Frontiers: The Weekly Radio Magazine of the Florida Historical Society” we’ll visit Mount Dora’s Lakeside Inn. We’ll discuss 17th century St. Augustine, and the impact of President Dwight D. Eisenhower on Central Florida. Check your local NPR schedule, listen as a podcast, or online at https://myfloridahistory.org/frontiers/radio/programs.

09/18/2026

Newly discovered material from the 1696 journal of shipwreck survivor Jonathan Dickinson has been published for the first time. Coming up on “Florida Frontiers: The Weekly Radio Magazine of the Florida Historical Society” we’ll talk with historian Jason Daniels. We’ll discuss the era of glamorous nightclubs in Miami, and disagreements from a century ago about presenting Florida history. Check your local NPR schedule, listen as a podcast, ot online at https://myfloridahistory.org/frontiers/radio/program/645.

09/15/2026

Whether you’re searching for a perfect holiday gift, already looking forward to the end of the school year, or just wanting to have a unique conference experience, plan ahead and make your deposit TODAY to reserve your place on the Florida Historical Society 2027 Conference Cruise aboard the beautiful Venezia!

You don’t want to miss this very special event that includes presentations from historians, authors, and graduate students, a private custom historic tour in Nassau, Bahamas, the FHS Awards Presentation, and other group events!

Our keynote speaker is Dr. U*i Baram, Emeritus Professor of Anthropology at New College, discussing the topic “From Free Black Settlements in Florida to the Bahamas: Prospect Bluff, Angola, and Andros Island.”

Get more information and make a deposit at: https://myfloridahistory.org/conferences/forum/2027.

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435 Brevard Avenue
Cocoa, FL
32922

Telephone

(321) 690-1971 Ext 222

Website

http://www.fhsai.org/

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