Dr. Rao Musunuru, MD
A Special Meet and Greet for WPHS Members Only

Peace Hall in Sims Park, Friday, September 13th, 6:00 PM

Nationally recognized cardiologist, community benefactor and WPHS Director Emeritus Dr. Rao Musunuru will join us to share his personal collection of Pasco County photographs and talk about his experience living in the area since 1981. Event will be catered by the Butcher Block Deli. Each member (or family for family memberships) attending will receive a free 350 page book by Dr. Musunuru with photos and a history of Pasco County.

This is a FREE event exclusively for West Pasco Historical Society members – please RSVP by clicking this link to send an email to; westpascohistoricalsociety@gmail.com.

Madonna Wise
A Haunted History of Pasco County

Peace Hall in Sims Park, Friday, October 11th, 6:00 PM

Noted Pasco County historian, genealogist and author Madonna Wise will be here to tell us about some of the folklore of haunted places in Pasco County. Madonna’s latest book will be available for purchase and signing.

Admission: $5.00 at the door, WPHS members free.

City of New Port Richey
Centennial Masquerade Ball & Follies

Spartan Manor, 6121 Massachusetts Avenue, New Port Richey
Friday, October 25th, 6:00 – 10:00 PM

Co-hosted by the West Pasco Historical Society, Friends of the New Port Richey Library, West Pasco Art Guild and the Richey Suncoast Theater. This event is a fundraiser that will feature a variety of entertainment, dancing, auctions, and great food. For more information, go to 100NPR.org.

Gary Vitacco-Robles
New Port Richey’s Hacienda Hotel

A Haven for Silent Screen Stars, Literati & Sports Legends

Peace Hall in Sims Park, Friday, November 8th, 6:00 PM

Join local historian and author Gary Vitacco-Robles as he traces the hotel’s century from a playground for celebrities, through its decline, abandonment and ultimate restoration to original grandeur in time for the city’s centennial.

Admission: $5.00 at the door, WPHS members free.

Bryan Burford
History of Fire Departments in Pasco County

Peace Hall in Sims Park, Friday, December 13th, 6:00 PM

Bryan Burford, retired Pasco County Captain, firefighter and EMT of Pasco County Fire Rescue will explore the
history of fire departments in Pasco County, from the days of volunteer organizations to the present.

Admission: $5.00 at the door, WPHS members free.