What stories do Northeast Florida’s buildings tell, and how have they shaped the region for over three and a half centuries? From St. Augustine to Jacksonville to Fernandina Beach, the region’s architectural landscape offers a visual chronicle of resilience, creativity, and cultural change. Join historian Dr. Wayne Wood for an engaging lecture that reveals iconic landmarks, remarkable “hidden jewels,” and the evolving character of Northeast Florida’s built environment – inviting you to see familiar places with a new lens. This event is presented in conjunction with the exhibition Moment in Time: A Legacy of Photographs.

Donors and members enjoy early ticket access starting March 25, 2026. Tickets open to the public on April 8, 2026.
Early Bird (until April 22): $20 Members, $35 Future Members
Regular (after April 22): $25 Members, $40 Future Members

Dr. Russ Wigginton, President of the National Civil Rights Museum, explores how cultural institutions help shape our collective future by preserving and interpreting stories that define us. Drawing from his personal and professional journey – from a family steeped in civic activism to leading a nationally significant museum – Dr. Wigginton reflects on the shared responsibilities of museums and communities to safeguard memory, foster dialogue, and inspire meaningful engagement.

Presented in conjunction with Black History Month and Calida Rawles: Away with the Tides, this program invites us to consider the roles we play – as individuals and institutions – in carrying forward stories and actions with intention and care, made possible with generous support from the Community Foundation for Northeast Florida, Lauren and Ted Baker, and the Jacksonville Environmental Protection Board.