Cedar Key Historical Society and Museum

06/04/2026

May flew by in a blur—we’ve been busy as bees all spring. Our latest blog post covers the highlights: a touching family gathering where some relatives of Susie Bishop, our beloved Cedar Key midwife featured in the museum, met each other for the first time, along with an 89th birthday celebration for longtime museum supporter, past president, board member, and dedicated docent volunteer, George Sresovich. There’s so much more! Visit the website and read all about it at cedarkeyhistory.org.

We’re also seeing a wonderful increase in visitors to our website, with so many people following the link. We’re truly grateful for each and every one of you!

05/12/2026

Visit our website for our latest blog post! www.cedarkeyhistory.org

04/24/2026

UPDATE::: EVENT POSTPONED
We’re sorry to announce that Monday’s event with Lizzie Jenkins has been postponed until further notice.
Our air conditioning unit has stopped working and cannot be replaced until after May 4th. The museum gets extremely hot this time of year, and we cannot ask Lizzie to speak or guests to endure an hour and a half in such conditions. The building is still opened for visitors to walk through if they choose, fans are going, and that is all we can do at this time.
This is one of the major repairs we’ve are trying to fund due to the hurricane. If you’re able to help, please donate through the QR code on the announcement flyer below.
Thank you so much for your understanding and continued support. I’ll

03/14/2026

UPDATE MARCH 27th - THE RESPONSE HAS BEEN INCREDIBLE! WE WILL HAVE A WONDERFUL EVENING. Photos coming soon!

We’re pleased to announce our Members’ Appreciation Dinner on Friday, March 27th, at the museum from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm. Since reopening, we’ve been busy and grateful for all the positive feedback.
After Hurricane Helene, we did not mail membership renewal notices. With the museum closed, we focused our efforts on fundraising to support recovery. During those tough months, a wonderful number of you stepped up in meaningful ways. We’re so deeply grateful for every bit of that support; it truly made a difference.
Now that we’re reopened and things are moving forward, it’s a great time for anyone who’d like to renew or join. There are several ways to join or renew! Visit cedarkeyhistory.org, the link is at the top of the home page, stop by the museum during open hours, or contact Anna Hodges at 352-325-2172. You can RSVP for the Appreciation Dinner the same way.
Our Appreciation Dinner at the museum on Friday, March 27th, 5:30 pm–7:30 pm, is catered by Cedar Key Pizza and features chicken alfredo, baked ziti, salad, wings, desserts, and beverages. Enjoy music by Mike and Mary Peterson and a talk by Anna Hodges about the Cedar Key Cedar Mills, titled “Did We Really Make Pencils?” There will also be a brief meeting that includes introductions of board members, museum updates, and a vote on bylaw updates. Bylaws are available for review at the museum two weeks before the meeting.
Since 1979, members have kept this history alive. Celebrate that legacy on March 27th! We look forward to seeing you!

01/20/2026

Events are back at the Museum! Members are FREE!

01/16/2026

Click the arrow on the bottom right to change the pages in our 2025 FlipBook!

Created with the Heyzine flipbook maker

11/14/2025

We are so happy to finally be reopened and featured on TV 20 News ( Gainesville) segment of The Adventures of Florida Man. Come see us Thursday -Sat. 11 am - 4 pm and Sun. 10am -3 pm

The Cedar Key Historical Society Museum features exhibits about all of Cedar Key history, all the way back to prehistoric times.

09/21/2025

Coming Soon!!!

07/29/2025

Cedar Key Historical Society Reflects on 30 Years Since the Florida Net Ban went into Effect in July 1995!

As we prepare to reopen the museum on September 27, 2025, we commemorate the 30th anniversary of Florida’s net ban. Passed by 72% of voters in November 1994, effective July 1, 1995, Amendment 3 greatly impacted local fishing communities.

To acknowledge this history, we’re sharing a video featuring local residents’ perspectives. The fishermen, supported by the Organized Fishermen of Florida, opposed the ban, which devastated multi-generational inshore fishing families relying on gill nets. They faced a well-funded campaign by recreational anglers emphasizing ecological concerns, leading to societal impacts like increased unemployment and family disruptions.

Supporters of the ban argued it was essential for protecting marine life and species like sea turtles, uniting environmental groups and recreational fishermen to promote conservation.

We remain dedicated to preserving and sharing these stories.

Join us on September 27, 2025, 4pm - 8 pm, as we reopen the museum with the addition of a brand new Cedar Key Maritime History Museum room.

07/15/2025

Rest in Peace!

View Dr. John W Andrews's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.