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On Thursday, June 20, 2024, the Polk County Historical Association (PCHA) will hold its 50th Annual Meeting and Pioneer Luncheon at the spectacular Bonnet Springs Park Event Center in Lakeland. You won’t want to miss this year’s signature event, as it marks the PCHA’s Golden Anniversary. Attendees will enjoy a delicious buffet followed by the presentation of our 2024 Polk Pioneers. Invitations will be mailed in May, and tickets are $35. More information to come.
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Recognizing the value in creating a stronger connection with our local organizations, the PCHA Board established the Polk County Heritage Partner Committee, which is comprised history/heritage organizations throughout the county. Heritage Partners meet on a regular basis to pursue opportunities for cross promotion, share best practices, and generate ideas. Enjoy the rich history and heritage of Polk County through the resources and exhibits of our Heritage Partners: African American Chamber of Commerce of Polk County – The Mission of the African American […]
The Polk County Historical Association publishes its historical quarterly as a service to its members and to the wider historical community. When you join the PCHA, you will receive a copy of each issue. An index and complete series of the quarterly are available at the Polk County Historical and Genealogical Library at 100 East Main Street in Bartow, FL. Our online digital archive contains searchable PDF files of issues between June 1974 and 2019. Click this link to begin […]
Polk County Historical Association P O Box 2749 Bartow, FL 33831-2749
Since 1975, the PCHA has encouraged and supported the collection of oral histories of Polk County residents. Member organizations of the PCHA Heritage Partner Committee seek potential candidates from their communities who are 75 years or older and have lived in Polk County for 50 years or more. These Polk Pioneers participate in an interview to document their lives and contributions to our rich history. They are recognized at the Annual Pioneer Luncheon and PCHA Business Meeting that is traditionally held […]