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Inauguration of Bob Graham booklet
This commemorative booklet captures a pivotal moment in Florida's political history, the inauguration of Bob Graham as governor in 1979, a celebration…
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Stuart History
The people, places, events and buildings that shaped our town, from its pioneer days to today. Each page gives a short answer first, then the full story with sources you can check.
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A tribute to artist Mildred Elizabeth Koerber Elliot
For many and varied reasons, Martin County has fostered or attracted a variety of talented people through the years. One such person…
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Hibiscus Park Abstract
This vibrant abstract work celebrates the lush botanical spirit of Stuart's tropical landscape, donated by local artist Louis Riszzolo. The painting captures…
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Ruth Bryan Owen: Martin County’s first and only female member of Congress
William Jennings Bryan was an orator, lecturer and major historical figure in America who ran unsuccessfully for the office of president of…
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Cathedral Basic Readers Primer
This colorful primer represents the reading materials that shaped young minds in early-to-mid 20th century Stuart, when education was rapidly expanding across…
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Electric service begins in 1953
Hutchinson Island is one of the more beautiful areas of Martin County , but probably few residents know much about its naming,…
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Black hat with netting
This elegant black pillbox hat, adorned with delicate netting, represents the refined style that Stuart's growing community embraced during the mid-twentieth century.…
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LOOK BACK: Have you ever heard of the 52-20 Cub?
A benefit referred to unofficially as the 52-20 Club was signed into law in conjunction with the GI Bill of Rights in…
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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.
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The Carlisle Family’s trials, tribulations
Horatio (Horace) Carlisle, wife Elizabeth and four children could be considered pioneers of Stuart, settling in here in 1907 Horatio, original surname…
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Boaters Guide to the Indian River Lagoon
This spiral-bound boater's guide reflects Stuart's deep connection to the waters that shaped its identity as the "Sailfish Capital of the World."…
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St. Lucie River Yacht Club, Stuart’s first ‘museum’
Stuart’s population, although figures vary, was about 1,000 in December, 1916 and people in the small town wanted a recreational facility. Six…