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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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Meet pioneers O.K. Wood, George Edward Coon

Early settlers in what would eventually be Martin County were bold, adventurous, determined individuals, choosing to live and survive in essentially a…

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The History of Indiantown

This historical program features a panel of longtime residents sharing their nostalgic childhood memories of growing up in the rural Florida communities…

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Kemp Nuts Tin

This simple black-and-white tin once held Kemp Nuts, a product that would have brought a taste of quality snacking to Stuart homes…

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Time Traveling: 1950-1954 – Part 2

Forthwith, a time traveling narrative of selected interesting facts and trivial information from an era long ago, including a mini-timeline of notable…

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The History of Palm City

This video captures a community oral history session where lifelong residents and early pioneers of Palm City, Florida, share nostalgic recollections about…

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Joseph Backus Eagle Scout Uniform Jacket

Joseph C. Backus earned one of scouting's highest honors when he achieved the rank of Eagle Scout, a milestone he commemorated in…

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Time Traveling: 1950-1954 – Part 1

January 1, 1950 marked the halfway point of the 20th century and what would be a memorable decade for a generation of…

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SHS Textbook

This 1950s geometry textbook represents the educational foundation that shaped Stuart's young minds during the post-war era, when American schools were modernizing…