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MCHS Family of 1973 Re-Union Directory
This directory captures a cherished moment in Martin County High School history, a reunion that brought together the Class of 1973 to…
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Military Dog Tags
These circular military dog tags belonged to Fred Stafford, a Stuart resident who answered his country's call during an era when thousands…
Book
Military Papers and Documents
Captain Fred A. Stafford's military papers offer a window into the service and sacrifice of one of Stuart's own during America's defining…
Card
NASA Christmas Cards
During the Space Age's golden years, NASA sent these festive greetings to friends and supporters, blending the wonder of space exploration with…
Book
New Roosevelt Bridge booklet
This commemorative booklet celebrates the opening of the Roosevelt Bridge, a major engineering achievement that connected Stuart across the Indian River and…
Newspaper
Newspaper article Johns/Parks family history
This framed newspaper article captures the story of two pioneering Stuart families whose roots ran deep into the community's early decades.
Newspaper
Newspaper clippings re Treasure Coast Wildlife Hospital
These newspaper clippings chronicle the story of the Treasure Coast Wildlife Hospital, an institution born from the community's growing commitment to caring…
Photograph
Old photos of Stuart buildings
These photographs capture the bustling heart of early Stuart, preserving the distinctive buildings that served as gathering places and civic anchors for…
Razor
Old razor in gold box
This elegant razor, housed in its original gold box, speaks to the grooming standards and craftsmanship of a bygone era, a time…
Card
Old Stuart Print Cards – 5
These five charming print cards capture the essential institutions and scenes that defined Stuart's character in the early twentieth century, from the…
Book
Original Martin County School Board Plan Book
This striking red leather plan book, stamped with gold lettering, once guided the vision and daily operations of Martin County's public schools…
Painting
Painting of little girl
This charming portrait of a young girl offers a glimpse into family life and artistic expression during Stuart's formative years. The painting's…
Brochure
Palm Beach Horizon Tours Brochure
In the 1960s, when Stuart's tourism industry was flourishing along Florida's Treasure Coast, this colorful brochure invited visitors to explore the natural…
Painting
Palm Tree Flora Dyer
This striking painting captures the lush tropical landscape that defined Stuart's transformation from frontier settlement to paradise destination in the early 20th…
Scale
Pharmacist Scale
This delicate brass and wooden scale once measured out precious remedies in a local pharmacist's shop, helping ensure that every patient received…
Photograph
Photo of Local Surf Band
This black-and-white snapshot captures a moment of musical energy from Stuart's vibrant mid-century entertainment scene, when live bands were the heartbeat of…
Photograph
Photo of Outrigger Resort under construction
This photograph captures Stuart's mid-century transformation into a premier tourist destination, freezing a moment when the Outrigger Resort, a landmark oceanfront property,…
Photograph
Photo of Shepards Park
This framed photograph captures Shepard's Park, a cherished gathering place that reflects Stuart's growth as a community destination during the twentieth century.…
Photocopy
Photocopy (2) of 1926 Stuart Phone Directory
In 1926, Stuart's telephone directory captured a small but thriving community just two years after the great land boom transformed Florida's Treasure…
Photograph
Photograph unknown participants
This photograph captures a moment from Stuart's past, though the identities of those pictured remain a mystery, a reminder that many stories…
Pitcher
Pink and White Dresden Pitcher and Bowl
This delicate porcelain pitcher and matching bowl, decorated in the classic pink and white palette favored by Victorian households, speaks to the…
Videotape
Pioneer Memories
This videotape captures the voices and stories of Stuart's earliest residents, preserving firsthand accounts of life in a young frontier settlement during…
Videotape
Pioneer Memories VHS Video 1996
In 1996, filmmaker Billy Elkins and the Stuart Heritage Museum partnered to capture the voices and stories of Stuart's earliest settlers, earning…
Plat
Plat Book Volume 1
These official plat books from 1958 mapped out the future of Martin County as Stuart and its surrounding communities experienced rapid growth…
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