Events
We offer a variety of events throughout the year – including tours, speakers, historic films and music. Our members enjoy free or reduced admission to most of our events. Not a member? Click HERE to join us!
When needed, tickets can be purchased online or at our Rao Musunuru, MD Museum & Library in Sims Park during open hours
(Friday through Sunday from 1:00-4:00PM).
Early Stevenson pioneers
Beva Stevenson-Karay
Stevenson Pioneer Family in West Pasco
In the 1840s, Samuel H. Stevenson and his wife Elizabeth Osteen Stevenson were some of the first settlers in West Pasco County – establishing the community of Seven Springs. Join their great-great granddaughter, Beva Stevenson-Karay to hear more about this West Pasco pioneer family.
Peace Hall in Sims Park
Downtown New Port Richey
Wednesday, August 5th, 6:00 PM
This is a FREE event
Paul F. Herman
History of Seven Springs
Historian and author Paul Herman is the digital archivist for the West Pasco Historical Society, and writes a regular “Community Chronicles” column for the Suncoast News. Join him to learn all about the history of West Pasco County’s first settlement at Seven Springs in the 1840s, and discover the timeline of how the area has evolved to the present day.
The WPHS will have copies of Paul’s newly released book “History of Seven Springs” for sale (or you can pick it up now at our museum in Sims Park). Get your copy signed by the author.
Peace Hall in Sims Park
Downtown New Port Richey
Wednesday, September 9th, 6:00 PM
This is a FREE event
Rita Jane King
History of Weeki Wachee Mermaids
Join former mermaid Rita Jane King to learn about the fascinating history of Weeki Wachee Springs and its famous Mermaid Attraction that began in the 1940s. Rita became a “Mermaid” in the 1960s, and still plays an important role in this world famous attraction that has turned Weeki Wachee into the “City of Mermaids”.
One of Florida’s oldest attractions – predating Disney World by decades – Weeki Wachee Springs is now a Florida State Park. Learn how the “Mermaids” and their shows are the prime reason this attraction continues to thrive today.
Peace Hall in Sims Park
Downtown New Port Richey
Wednesday, October 21st, 6:00 PM
This is a FREE event
