Every third Friday on 3rd Street, the Amelia Island Museum of History hosts historians, authors, and other experts for a thought-provoking lecture on local or regional history. These hour-long lectures range from Florida’s statehood to the history of toys; live oral histories to Yamasee princes. 3rd on 3rd lectures are on the third Friday of every month at 6 pm. Snacks and beverages are available. Admission is $5 for Museum Members with a suggested donation of $10 for non-members.
On Friday, January 20 at 6 p.m., An American Beach film screening will be held. Produced by WJCT and Wild Iris Productions in 2000, An American Beach focuses on MaVynee Betsch and the American Beach community’s efforts to protect the beach from development. Admission is free for all. Seating is limited on a first come, first served basis. This program is wheelchair accessible.
For more information contact Summer Bias at 904-261-7378 x102 or Summer@AmeliaMuseum.org.