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SUMMARY:Pioneer Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:The DeSoto County Historical Society’s 22nd Annual Pioneer Day and BBQ showcases the history and heritage of southwest Florida from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.\, Sat.\, March 28\, 2026\, at the Turner Agri-Civic Center\, 2250 NE Roan St.\, with the Arcadia American Legion sponsored Antique Tractor and Hit & Miss Engine Show plus Hotrod and Classic Car Show. \nThis year’s festival will commemorate the centennial anniversary of Arcadia City Hall\, J. L. Jones Building\, and Plaza Hotel and celebrating the 250th Anniversary of Independence. \nFun for the whole family includes bodacious barbecue\, luscious strawberry shortcake\, and other tasty treats; demonstrations of old-fashioned skills and crafts; arts and crafts\, legendary characters; musical entertainment; traditional Florida Cracker cow camp and whip crackers; classic 1924 LaFrance firetruck and fire hose demonstration with an exhibit about the 1905 fire that destroyed downtown Arcadia; Florida authors and artists; a free “hands-on history” area with time-honored tasks\, vintage games\, fossil dig\, and more. \nFor more information\, call 863-266-5774 or send an email message to desotocountyhistoricalsociety@gmail.com or check out our Pioneer Day page.
URL:https://historicdesoto.org/event/pioneer-day-2026/
LOCATION:Turner Agri-Civic Center\, 2250 NE Roan St.\, Arcadia\, FL\, 34266\, United States
CATEGORIES:DeSoto Historical Society,Pioneer Day
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ORGANIZER;CN="The DeSoto County Historical Society":MAILTO:dchsocietyfl@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Hop on\, Hop off! I Spy Desoto Bus
DESCRIPTION:FREE BUS RIDES ~ FREE SNACKS ~ FREE ACTIVITIES! \nHOP ON\, HOP OFF I SPY DESOTO BUS: Park at one of the designated locations and catch the FREE transportation bus! FUN\, LEARNING & EXPLORATION FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY! Hop on the FREE DeSoto Magic School Bus for an unforgettable I Spy Adventure the whole family will love! As you ride between exciting Suncoast Remake Learning Days events\, you’ll explore local history\, uncover fascinating stories\, and spot landmarks along the way. \nDesignated Stops \nPark at one of the designated locations and hop on the FREE I Spy DeSoto Bus! Enjoy learning about local history along the ride on a fun-filled family adventure. \nEvents at DeSoto County Library\, 125 N Hillsborough Ave. \n\nColor Me Beautiful | Spring Remix\, 9:30 am to 12:30 pm\nA Look Within\, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm\nActivate the Future: The Next Chapter Starts Here\, 9:30 am to 12:30 pm\nCreate Mosaic Art at the Library! 11:00 am to 1:00 pm\n\nEvents Elsewhere \nEveryday Science\, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.\nThe McSwain Center\, 16 S Volusia Ave. \nArts and Crafts Fun and Learning\, 11:00 am to 1:00 pm.\nFriendship Missionary Baptist Church\, 304 W Myrtle St. \nCake Creators\, 10:00 am to 1:00 pm\nChurch of Christ\, 710 SW Martin Luther King St. \nFootball & Cheer Clinic\, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm\nRichard Bowers Jr Stadium\, 1175 SW Hillsborough Ave. \nCasa San Juan Bosco Family Fest\, 11:00 am to 2:00 pm\nCasa San Juan Bosco\, 2358 SE Arnold Andrews Ave. \nTogether in Teal: A Child Safety Day\, 11:00 am to 2:00 pm\nWalt Brewer Sport Complex\, 1347 Hargraves St. \nSTEM Day at SFSC\, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm\nSouth Florida State College\, DeSoto\, 2251 NE Turner Ave. \nCrack the Case with DCSO\, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm\nDeSoto County Sheriff’s Office\, 208 E Cypress St. \nFor more information\, call 863-266-5774 or send an email message to\ndesotocountyhistoricalsociety@gmail.com. \n\n 
URL:https://historicdesoto.org/event/hop-on-hop-off-i-spy-desoto-bus-2/
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CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="The DeSoto County Historical Society":MAILTO:dchsocietyfl@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Grand Reopening and Ribbon Cutting of the Historic John Morgan Ingraham House
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of America’s 250th Anniversary The DeSoto County Historical Society would like to invite you to the Grand Reopening and Ribbon Cutting of the Historic John Morgan Ingraham House\n– at –\n300 North Monroe Ave\n– on –\nFriday\, May 1\, 2026\,\n10:00am \nHors d’oeuvres will be served. Tours Provided
URL:https://historicdesoto.org/event/grand-reopening-and-ribbon-cutting-of-the-historic-john-morgan-ingraham-house/
LOCATION:John Morgan Ingraham House Museum\, 300 N Monroe Ave.\, Arcadia\, FL\, 34266\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="The DeSoto County Historical Society":MAILTO:dchsocietyfl@gmail.com
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