Museums are no longer just a home for artifacts, but a vibrant cultural center with unique programming that changes all the time.  Visit our website often for the most up to date information. 

MIHS “Zoom In” Series Presents:

Heather Otis, MIHS Collections Manager

“The Olds Diaries”

December 1^st, 2020 @ 2pm 

Please join us on Zoom! Delve into the diaries of young pioneer Saloma Olds with Heather and uncover the story they tell of everyday life for Saloma’s family on Marco Island in the early 1900s. 

The program is free, but registration is required.  Click Here to register.

Marco Island Historical Museum Wins 2020 Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice “Best of the Best” Award for History Museums

Recognized Among Best of the Best in The United States, Based on Exceptional 2019 Traveler Reviews

The Marco Island Historical Museum just announced it has been recognized as a 2020 Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best award winner, ranking 1st out of 35 of things to do on Marco Island. Based on a full year of Tripadvisor reviews, prior to any changes caused by the pandemic, award winners exemplify travelers’ ultimate favorite, top 1% of historical museums around the globe.

To see traveler reviews and what the Marco Island Historical Museum offers, Click Here.

The Marco Island Historical Museum is open and welcoming visitors.

In accordance with Collier County Commission Emergency Executive Order No. 2020-05 Adopted July 21st, 2020, Face Coverings are required for entry.  Thank You!

Marco Island Historical Society

Board of Directors Nomination Slate

2021

Click here to download/print a PDF of the 2021 Nominees 

Bricks of Honor

LIMITED OPPORTUNITY!

In order to create lasting memories you must first pave the way.  Preserve your place in history. Celebrate a loved one, hero, pet or special occasion. Your generous donation will be a permanent part of sustaining the Marco Island Historical Society.

Click Here to see the details and download/print an application form

The Key Marco Artifacts are here and on exhibit!  To learn more about these precious objects and their importance to Marco Island history, Click Here to be taken to the “Key Marco Artifacts” page.

(Photo courtesy Department of Anthropology, Smithsonian Institution (A240915)

The Marco Island Historical Society is pleased to announce a significant new membership benefit.  Click on the card image on the left for more information!

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The June 2020 issue of the Marco Island Historical Society Newsletter, “Pioneering History” is here!

In this issue: Museum Re-opening, Digital Initiatives, New Staff, Cat Restoration and More!  Click on the image to read/download a PDF of the entire newsletter!

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