Pompano Beach Historical Society and Museums

08/15/2026

See you Wednesday for a spritzy history tour!!!

07/09/2026

06/04/2026

Unfortunately, Florida famously refused to vote on the 19th Amendment when Congress passed it in 1919. State legislators actively rejected the federal push for women's suffrage, and the amendment became law in August 1920 without Florida's support. The state finally ratified the 19th Amendment symbolically on May 13, 1969

On this day in 1919, Congress approved the woman’s suffrage amendment and sent it to the states for ratification. Adding the amendment to the Constitution required ratification by three-fourths of the states, which at that time was 36 of 48.

The National Woman’s Party led by Alice Paul began sewing stars on a giant purple, white, and gold flag. Each time a state ratified the 19th Amendment, a new star would be sewn on the flag.

The 19th Amendment became law more than a year after Congress approved the amendment. The 36th state, Tennessee, voted to ratify on August 18, 1920. This image shows Alice Paul unfurling that flag from the suffrage headquarters on that day.

The Library of Congress is home to the NWP records and library collection.

Image: Photo shows a group of women waving their arms in celebration while the ratification banner with its 36 victory stars hangs from the balcony of the National Woman's Party headquarters. 1920. Photo by Harris & Ewing. National Women's Party Records, Library of Congress.

05/06/2026

More info on the airplane on the wall of the Side Pocket Pub! It wasn't a real airplane, nor was it a mock-up. It was painted on the side of the wall. So now we need the history! Who painted it? We have heard it could be an artist named Voss. When was it painted? What is the story behind this painting??? Sounds like a great program in the making! Please send us what you remember!

05/05/2026

Looking for a photo/s and info of the crashed airplane that was on the side of Side Pocket Pub on Federal Hwy -just south of Atlantic. Please post here or send to: [email protected]
Thank you all!

04/27/2026

The opening of our special exhibit, FOUNDING FAMILIES, on April 15, 2026, was a success! There's still time to view the exhibit until May 15! Don't miss the chance to learn about three Founding Families of Pompano, curated by Jim Post. Please call ahead to make an appointment 954-782-3015

04/21/2026

You still have time to visit our special exhibit on the Founding Families of Pompano! Discover the pioneer families who helped shape early Pompano. The exhibit is on display now through May 15, 2026. Stop in for a tour of the exhibit, our Kester Cottage Museums, and then head to the Vault for lunch!
Please call ahead: 954-782-3015

04/08/2026

Happy Birthday, Pompano Beach Historical Society! April 8, 1974, our Society was incorporated. We are excited to continue preserving and promoting Pompano Beach's History. Stop in and see us soon for a tour of our Kester Cottage Museums. Please call ahead!