Apalachicola Area Historical Society

05/07/2026

🎶 An afternoon of stories, songs, and the soul of American Roots music is coming to the Apalachicola Yacht Club!

Join acclaimed Gulf Coast singer-songwriter Corey Hall on June 11 at 4 PM for an intimate “listening room” style performance in the outdoor pavilion, hosted by AAHS. Corey will share conversations and musical interpretations tracing the roots of American music, from the blues legends of Mississippi John Hurt and R.L. Burnside to his own original sound.

While this is a free event, donations are warmly welcomed and benefit our local historical society, helping AAHS continue its mission of preserving and sharing the rich history of our community. 🎸

05/06/2026

What if the walls of Apalachicola could talk? 🏡✨
Step back in time with If This House Could Talk, a FREE self-guided storytelling tour happening May 2 through May 17, 2026. Explore over 30 historic homes, businesses, and sites throughout Apalachicola and discover the fascinating people, stories, and secrets that shaped our charming coastal town.

Grab your walking shoes, your curiosity, and maybe a friend who loves history as much as sweet tea and oysters. 📖🦪

Presented by the Apalachicola Area Historical Society.
Learn more at ApalachicolaHistoricalSociety.org

04/22/2026

Back by popular demand "IF THIS HOUSE COULD TALK" 2026 FEATURES 33 LOCATIONS. Interpretive posters will be displayed at the locations on the map. This is seft-guided and will last until May 17. Private homes and gardens are not open to the public. EVENT IS FREE. Map brochures are available at The Chamber, the Apalachicola Margaret Key Public Library, Oystertown Books, and the Raney House

04/21/2026

Now that the restoration in the Chesnut Cemetery (yes, that's the orginal spelling on the 1837 city map) have been completed, the AAHS is returning to historical tours, showcasing some of Apalachicola's interesting characters.
COME JOIN US ON FRIDAY MAY 1 5pm, admission is $10, but inder age 12 it's FREE

03/07/2026

12/31/2025

The Apalachicola Area Historical Society was incorporated 28 April 1976
and the articles of incorporation were amended on 25 July 1997
to provide for a 501(c)3 corporation for educational and charitable purposes.

12/04/2025

Elves have been busy, and the weather forecast for Saturday is looking better for the Chamber Holiday market. BUT, avoid the crowds and come get your wreath at the Raney Carriage House 126 Market Street 10-4 when Raney House is open. We will take credit cards, local checks, as well as cash. Wreaths range in price from $35 to $75 depending on size and decorations

12/01/2025

Wreath-making begins today at the Raney Carriage House around 10am. Elves will be working this week to create the popular holiday decorations, made with local greens. Wreaths will be on sale at Saturday’s Chamber Fresh Market downtown. Wreaths will be on sale and orders will be taken. All proceeds go to the Apalachicola Area Historical Society. “Elves” are needed to create wreaths, collect greens and coordinate sales on Saturday. Join us for some holiday fun and friendship
More info: 850-653-1700 or just come by!

11/25/2025

The Historical Society is getting ready to make holiday wreaths with local fresh greens, a tradition we think the community loves this time of year. We are looking for our 2025 Elves to come help - we will be ready to go at 10am on Monday December 2 and thru Thursday December 5 at the Raney Carriage House 126 Market Street. Lots of helpers needed at any skill level (we will teach you).
We will also need folks to help with sales (and taking orders) on Saturday (Dec 6, so if that suits you better, be in touch at the Raney House 850-653-1700 (or text Caty Greene at 850-323-2305).
Here's the first wreath on the door of the Raney House

11/13/2025

Beloved Historical Society former Board member, James Hargrove has written lyrics for a ballad about William Augustus Bowles. CHECK IT OUT

Listen and make your own on Suno.

10/11/2025

Super excited to return to Porch Fest Apalach!
One of my favorite events in one of my favorite Florida Towns!
Its going to be a great day.
You can catch me at the Raney House (128 Water St.) from 2-3Pm!

Be There!