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Boca Raton Historical Society

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Boca Raton Historical Society

Our mission is to preserve & present information and artifacts relevant to the history of Boca Raton.

The Boca Raton Historical Society owns and operates the Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum and its own museum store. The Historical Society offers both children and adult heritage programs, tours, lectures, and school district approved programs. The Historical Society is a private, non-profit membership organization. For more information, visit our website at www.bocahistory.org.

08/28/2026

We loved welcoming the Spirit of Giving team to The Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum today for a special guided tour with our Curator, Susan Gillis!

It’s always a pleasure to share the stories, people, and places that have shaped Boca Raton,
especially with fellow community organizations doing such meaningful work right here in our community.

Thank you to the Spirit of Giving team for spending part of your day with us. We hope you enjoyed discovering a little more of Boca Raton’s history!

08/27/2026

A beautiful day at the Museum, made even more special by the people who walk through our doors. ❤️ We’re so grateful to welcome our veterans and share in the stories that connect us to Boca Raton’s history.

08/25/2026

🎬 Bringing Boca Raton’s History to Life

We’re excited to share the first of our new series of short films exploring the people, places, and stories that have shaped Boca Raton—beginning with one of our city’s most iconic historic landmarks: The Addison.

🎥 The Addison: Mizner’s Enduring Legacy
Through archival photographs and creative technology, this short film offers a new way to experience Addison Mizner’s architectural and historic legacy in Boca Raton.

And this is just the beginning! Over the coming weeks, we’ll be sharing more short films exploring chapters of our city’s history.

To view all 8 short films, we invite you to visit: https://bocahistory.org/films/

This project was made possible through the support of the Palm Beach County Tourist Development Council and the Cultural Council for Palm Beach County. Cultural Council for Palm Beach County

08/24/2026

Oh what an evening at The Addison! ✨

Last week, we welcomed a sold-out crowd for The Addison Unveiled: History, Bubbles & Bites, presented as part of Boca Festival Days, an annual celebration of community and collaboration organized by the Boca Regional Chamber and sponsored by Allegiance Home Health. Boca Regional Chamber of Commerce Allegiance Home Health

Guests enjoyed bubbles and bites before stepping back in time to discover the fascinating history, architecture, and stories behind one of Boca Raton’s most iconic landmarks.

A heartfelt thank you to The Addison for so generously hosting and underwriting this special evening, and especially to Zoe Lanham and the entire Addison team for helping us create such a memorable experience. the Addison Boca Raton Zoë Lanham

And thank you to everyone who joined us! Your enthusiasm for Boca Raton’s history and our community is what makes evenings like this so special.

At the Boca Raton Historical Society, we believe history is meant to be experienced, shared, and celebrated. This was a beautiful example of our community doing just that.

📸 A few moments from an unforgettable evening!

08/22/2026

A heartfelt thank you to Louie Bossi’s for sponsoring the hors d’oeuvres at our Sips & Sounds concerts! We’re so grateful for your generous support and for helping make these special evenings at the Museum even more memorable. Louie Bossi's

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08/21/2026

Last night’s Summer Sips & Sounds: The Timeless ’30s with Festival of the Arts Boca was one for the books! ✨🎶

What a wonderful, sold-out evening filled with great music, history, and summer fun. A heartfelt thank you to Louie Bossi’s for generously sponsoring the reception and helping make the evening so special. 🥂

Thank you to everyone who joined us—we loved sharing the evening with you! ❤️

08/20/2026

Society architect Addison Mizner (1872–1933) envisioned Boca Raton as “the world’s most architecturally beautiful playground.” In 1925, he launched an ambitious plan to transform the small farming community into an elegant resort city, introducing the Mediterranean Revival style that still defines Boca’s character today.

Although many Boca landmarks bear his name, the only one he actually visited was the Administration Building—today known as The Addison. His grand vision was never fully realized after Florida’s land boom collapsed, but his influence on Boca Raton’s identity remains unmistakable.

📸 Addison Mizner, 1927

08/18/2026

Nominations are NOW OPEN for the 2026 Walk of Recognition!

For 30 years, the Boca Raton Historical Society’s Walk of Recognition has honored individuals whose leadership, service, commitment, and contributions have helped shape our community.

Now, we’re asking you to help us recognize the next names to join this distinguished legacy.

Do you know someone who has made a lasting impact on Boca Raton? Someone whose dedication to our community deserves to be celebrated for generations to come?
Nominate them for the 2026 Walk of Recognition.

Nominations are open now through September 15, 2026.
🔗 Learn more and download the nomination application at BocaHistory.org/walk-of-recognition-2026

Help us celebrate three decades of recognition by honoring those who have helped make Boca Raton the community it is today.

08/15/2026

Looking for something to do today?

The Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum is OPEN until 4 PM — and there are only two weeks left to experience America 250: The 14th Colony.

Discover a fascinating chapter of Florida history and explore the Spanish influence and connections that helped shape our state and our nation.

🇪🇸 Historic maps and artifacts
📜 Stories you may not have learned in school
🏛️ All inside Boca Raton’s historic Town Hall

The 14th Colony is on view through August 27, so if you haven’t seen it yet, now is the time!

Come spend part of your Saturday with us.

📍 The Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum
🕙 Open today until 4 PM

08/12/2026

Mahjong is in session with Kari Long•Mahjong•Boca Raton•Fort Lauderdale•West Palm Beach! 💞 It was great to hear the sound of tiles shuffling during Mahjong 101 and open play. 🀄️✨ We love seeing this game bring our community together!

Address

71 N Federal Highway
Boca Raton, FL
33432

Opening Hours

Wednesday	10am - 4pm
Thursday	10am - 4pm
Friday	10am - 4pm
Saturday	10am - 4pm

Telephone

+15613956766

Website

http://www.bocahistory.org/

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