Preview

Once Upon a Time in Florida Tells the Stories of Our State

You can meet the book's editor and writers March 15 at Selby Library.

03/07/2024 By Kay Kipling

Born Again

Check Out the Restoration of the Oldest Home in the City of Bradenton

Built in 1871 and designed by some of the area's first settlers, the Tole Fogarty House rises from the ashes.

02/16/2024 By Kim Doleatto

Flashback

Did You Know That in the 1940s, Sarasota Had an Indoor Croquet Court?

This old-school Sarasota image by Joseph Janney Steinmetz set off a hunt to identify where it was taken.

02/15/2024 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Florida Art

New Art Exhibit Showcases Jim Crow-Era Paintings by The Florida Highwaymen

A new exhibit of historically significant artwork at City Hall in downtown Sarasota kicks off today. It's open to the public and free.

01/08/2024 By Kim Doleatto

Old Gems

Sarasota Alliance for Historic Preservation Names Its 2023 'Six to Save'

The initiative highlights local historic buildings that may be under threat.

11/17/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Angola's Ashes

Angola Highlights Florida’s History as a Haven for Escaped Enslaved People

The settlement has been called one of the most significant historical sites in Florida and perhaps the United States.

10/19/2023 By Isaac Eger

Flashback

Sarasota Was Home to Baseball Legend Buck O'Neil (1911-2006)

In honor of Black History Month and the upcoming spring training season, we're remembering one of the most beloved players in baseball.

02/17/2023 By Bethany Ritz

Flashback

A Glimpse of Sarasota From the Air in 1923

Here's a chance to look back on the changes that this city has experienced over the past century.

12/30/2022 By Bethany Ritz

Let it Snow

Richardia Grandiflora Is a Different Kind of Florida Snow

The perennial flower is invasive and lawn enthusiasts hate it—but is the controversial plant actually good?

12/19/2022 By Isaac Eger

Rebirth

A Home Built by Some of Bradenton's First Settlers Is Saved from the Wrecking Ball

The Tole Fogarty House was built in 1871. It's now getting a second chance at life.

04/15/2022 By Kim Doleatto

time capsules

These Historic Local Buildings Were Nominated as Landmarks Worth Saving

The Sarasota Alliance for Historic Preservation highlighted these historic buildings as part of its third annual "Six to Save" initiative.

04/06/2022 By Kim Doleatto

Test of Time

Sarasota Initiative Seeks to Save Historic Buildings and Sites

Check out the buildings (and neighborhood!) that were nominated for the second annual "Six to Save" program.

08/23/2021 By Kim Doleatto

Real Estate

County Plans to Sell Historic Vamo Drive Home to Pay for Upgrades to Nearby Park

The plan calls for the preservation of a historic two-story lodge on the property that was built in 1900.

05/28/2021 By Kim Doleatto

Centennial Celebrations

Sarasota Centennial App Adds New Auto Tours

The five unique tours offer turn-by-turn directions and expert historical narration.

04/19/2021 By Staff

Preservation

Coalition Announces Second Annual 'Six to Save' Program

This year's list of six will be announced during Historic Preservation Month in May.

04/16/2021 By Staff

Real Estate

The Historic Belle Haven Building Hits the Market

The Mediterranean Revival building on the Sarasota bayfront is for sale for $12.5 million.

03/26/2021 By Kim Doleatto

If These Walls Could Talk

The Secrets and Scandals Inside Sarasota's Famous Mansions

Let’s take a look at seven homes, each with a special place in the story of our town.

12/01/2020 By Robert Plunket

Pop Quiz

Are You a Real Sarasotan?

Prove your insider chops with our quiz.

12/01/2020 By Ilene Denton and Kay Kipling

Flashback

Flashback: Floridaland, 1960

A "rootin’, tootin’"tourist attraction once thrived on the site of Southbay Yacht & Racquet Club.

04/29/2020 By Ilene Denton

Flashback

Flashback: Selling Venice East, 1961

As south Sarasota County grows, it's interesting to look back.

04/23/2020 By Ilene Denton

Sarasota Magazine

Florida History

Once Upon a Time in Florida Tells the Stories of Our State

Check Out the Restoration of the Oldest Home in the City of Bradenton

Did You Know That in the 1940s, Sarasota Had an Indoor Croquet Court?

New Art Exhibit Showcases Jim Crow-Era Paintings by The Florida Highwaymen

Sarasota Alliance for Historic Preservation Names Its 2023 'Six to Save'

Angola Highlights Florida’s History as a Haven for Escaped Enslaved People

Sarasota Was Home to Baseball Legend Buck O'Neil (1911-2006)

A Glimpse of Sarasota From the Air in 1923

Richardia Grandiflora Is a Different Kind of Florida Snow

A Home Built by Some of Bradenton's First Settlers Is Saved from the Wrecking Ball

These Historic Local Buildings Were Nominated as Landmarks Worth Saving

Sarasota Initiative Seeks to Save Historic Buildings and Sites

County Plans to Sell Historic Vamo Drive Home to Pay for Upgrades to Nearby Park

Sarasota Centennial App Adds New Auto Tours

Coalition Announces Second Annual 'Six to Save' Program

The Historic Belle Haven Building Hits the Market

The Secrets and Scandals Inside Sarasota's Famous Mansions

Are You a Real Sarasotan?

Flashback: Floridaland, 1960

Flashback: Selling Venice East, 1961