Florida Humanities Gathering: Pensacola

Join us Nov. 1-3 for an enriching weekend in Pensacola! With scholars, historians and artists, we’ll explore the dynamic past and present of a city that was once the capital of West Florida and is now known as the cradle of Naval Aviation and the home of the Blue Angels, the U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron. Below is a snapshot of some of the activities we have planned:

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• A visit to the site where the first American flag flew in Florida
• A behind-the-scenes tour of the Pensacola Museum of History led by Robert Overton, Jr., executive director of the University of West Florida Historic Trust
• An exploration of St. Michael’s Cemetery, one of Florida’s two oldest cemeteries, led by UWF archaeologist Margo Stringfield
• The Great Gulfcoast Arts Festival, a juried art show that draws exhibitors from throughout country
• A tour of Palafox Street, named one of America’s Top 10 Great Streets by the American Planning Association
• A thrilling look at the Blue Angels Homecoming Air Show
• An exclusive reading of John Appleyard’s work at the Pensacola Little Theatre
• Dinner at a spot on the Mississippi Blues Trail in the historic Belmont-DeVilliers neighborhood

Meals and transportation are included. Attendees are responsible for their own accommodations. Florida Humanities has reserved a block of rooms at Courtyard Pensacola Downtown, 700 East Chase St, Pensacola, FL 32502. After booking your trip, you will receive an email on how to book your hotel room, as well as other accommodation options.

**The deadline to register is 10/9/2024; Limited spaces available, so reserve your spot today! For questions about membership or discount, contact Mara Utterback at 727-873-2002 or [email protected]

*PLEASE NOTE: We will have a full schedule, with some activities taking place outdoors. Be prepared for walking and standing. Please wear comfortable footwear, clothing and dress appropriately for the weather and activities. (Itinerary subject to change.)

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