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Historical Society

Events & Lectures

 
Events & Lectures offered at Naples Historical Society’s

Historic Palm Cottage! 

Our Tours

Our Events & LECTURES

 SUMMER AT THE COTTAGE

Saturday, July 12, 2025, 12pm to 4pm.

Bring your family, especially your young ones! Take a self-guided tour of Historic Palm Cottage, play Croquet and Cornhole at your leisure on the Smith Oval Lawn, then cool off with a popsicle under the Chickee. FREE event. Reservations are not required. Please call for information 239.261.8164.

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CHRISTMAS AT PALM COTTAGE

December 2nd thru 24th, 2025.

Celebrate a wonderful time of the year at the merriest place in Naples, Historic Palm Cottage™, during our annual holiday showcase. Remember to send friends and family to the Cottage during their visits with you! Tours Tuesday thru Saturday, 12 to 4pm, $13pp. Reservations recommended. FREE during evening visits: Thursday, Friday, Saturday 4 to 7pm.

Call for additional information: 239-261-8164 or explore booking options in the following link. Book Here!

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SOCIETY VOLUNTEER RECEPTION

Monday, January 5, 2026,  4pm to 6pm.

Registered Volunteers Only! Did you know that our volunteers save the Society about $178,000 annually!? Join our volunteer family and attend this event. Make new friends, give back to your community, and help keep Naples’ history alive! Reservations Required. Please call to RSVP at 239.261.8164.

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SOCIETY SCOTCH & CHOCOLATE  

Monday, January 12, 2026, 4pm to 6pm.

Guests can sip Scotch while nibbling on perfectly paired chocolate. Learn about Scotch from an expert and enjoy this special event at Historic Palm Cottage. Indoor event.

$40/pp – Member discounts are available. Reservations required, limited to 65 guests. Book Here!

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GARDEN SIDE CHICKEE CHAT

Friday, January 30, 2026

Bob Gonzalez spent his early years in Northeastern Pennsylvania.  He moved to Florida in his twenties where he began to indulge in his love of deep-sea fishing.  The stories of which are contained in his best-selling book, “A Flicker in the Water”.  Bob has been told that “It’s more than just a book, it’s an experience”, and will be selling his book at this event for $19.99, cash or credit card.

$8/pp – Member discounts are available. Reservations required.

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OLD-FASHIONED COCKTAIL HOUR

Thursday, February 5, 2026, 5pm to 7pm.

What’s an “old-fashioned”? Find out while reveling in the oldest house in Naples! Bartenders with our partner for this event, The French Brasserie Rustique, will be mixing old-fashioneds for our guests. A fruit & cheeseboard will pair nicely with the tastiest cocktail in town. Indoor event. $40/pp – Member discounts are available. Reservations required, limited to 65 guests. Book Here!

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GARDEN SIDE CHICKEE CHAT

Friday, February 27, 2026, 11am to 12pm.   

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FULL MOON TOUR 

Wednesday, March 3, 2026, 6pm to 7:30pm.

An evening event for a unique occasion! Enjoy a docent-guided tour of Historic Palm Cottage as it sits majestically under a full moon while enjoying a glass of wine and light hors d’oeuvres. Enjoy the Cottage in the evening for a change! $40/pp – Member discounts are available. Reservations are required. Book Here!

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CROQUET & CHARDONNAY

Thursday, March 5, 2026, 4pm to 6pm.

Discover the origins of croquet from the United States Croquet Association of Southwest Florida and the opportunity to take a practice swing! Guests will enjoy sipping wine, nibbling on refreshments, and learning how to hit a wooden ball with a proper mallet. 
 
$40/pp – Member discounts are available. Light refreshments are included. Reservations are required.

 

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MEMBER MIXER

Thursday, March 19, 2026, 5pm to 7pm.

Member-only event! Become a member of Naples Historical Society and join fellow history lovers for this FREE event! Light refreshments will be provided. Reservations are required.

Call to reserve your space at 239.261.8164.

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GARDEN SIDE CHICKEE CHAT

Friday, March 27, 2026, 11am to 12pm.

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CHRISTMAS GALA

Friday, December 5, 2025

The Christmas Gala at Historic Palm Cottage is our once annual fundraiser to support all of the Society’s educational programs and initiatives.

Historic Palm Cottage & The Norris Gardens
Valet, Black-tie.
Limited Seating!

For sponsor or ticket information at 239.261.8164.

 

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