Lecture Series
Lectures will be held in the Wiggins Store Conference Room starting at 2 PM on the 4th Saturday,
January to October, except for scheduled closures or as otherwise noted.
Please note that there is no pre-registration or fees for these programs.
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Seating is limited to 30 and filled on a first come, first served basis.
Check in at the Wiggins Store to grab your free ticket anytime after 12:30 PM the day of the lecture.​
Lecture:
Kisses and Misses
Saturday, January 24, 2025 | 2 - 3 pm
Feel the love! Or not. Take a journey with MVHP staff to uncover some of the stories of love and heartbreak from Manatee County’s past. From buggy rides that lead to devastation to a bear cub as a present, there’s something for everyone.
Image courtesy: University of Florida Digital Collection
Lecture:
How Did They Do It Without A/C?
Saturday, February 28, 2026 | 2 - 3 pm
Explore the ways the new pioneers used the natural environment, hard work and ingenuity to not only make a living but prosper and build a new society.
Image courtesy: Library of Congress
Limited availability of 30 persons. First come first served. Free to the public.
Tickets available at 12:30pm in the Wiggin's Store.
Outreach Lectures
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If you are interested in one of our lectures, but have a group or organization that can't attend, we offer Outreach Lectures. Let us come to you to present the topic to you and your group! Click Here for more details.