UWF Historic Trust presents nationally touring exhibition, The Power of Children: Making a Difference

The University of West Florida Historic Trust presents “The Power of Children: Making a Difference,” a new exhibition opening Nov. 10 at the T.T. Wentworth Jr. Florida State Museum. Explore the lives of Anne Frank, Ruby Bridges and Ryan White—three children whose lives offer lessons about overcoming obstacles to make a positive difference in the […]

Exhibit honoring Trader Jon now open at T.T. Wentworth Museum

The University of West Florida Historic Trust opened the Trader Jon’s exhibit at the T.T. Wentworth Jr. Florida State Museum today to the public. The exhibit, featuring the iconic Pensacola bar, will be on display at the Wentworth Museum for the next three years. “We hope that this exhibit brings back fond memories for those […]

Haunted House Walking and Trolley Tours return to Historic Pensacola

The University of West Florida Historic Trust will host its 26th Annual Haunted House Walking and Trolley Tours on Oct. 22, 28 and 29. Guests may choose from among three walking tour routes, including the Seville Spirits, Murder and Mayhem, and the Adults-Only Red-Light Tour. The Seville Spirits and Murder and Mayhem tours depart every […]

UWF Historic Trust unveils new Commanding Officers Compound

The University of West Florida Historic Trust hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony today to celebrate the Fort of Pensacola’s Commanding Officer’s Compound, a new outdoor exhibit located in Museum Plaza behind the T.T. Wentworth Florida State Museum. This project marks the first major reinterpretation of a stop along the Colonial Archaeological Trail, highlighting the rich […]

UWF Historic Trust to host ribbon cutting ceremony of Commanding Officers Compound

WHAT: The University of West Florida Historic Trust will host a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the Fort of Pensacola’s Commanding Officer’s Compound new outdoor exhibit. This project marks the first major reinterpretation of a stop along the Colonial Archaeological Trail, highlighting the rich history of downtown Pensacola. The project is part of UWF Historic […]

UWF Historic Trust launches Half-Price Sundays at additional location beginning Sept. 18

The University of West Florida Historic Trust will extend Half-Price Sundays to the Pensacola Children’s Museum, beginning Sunday, Sept. 18. The offer will kick off with an official Worldwide Day of Play event in partnership with Nickelodeon and “Greater Pensacola Parents” magazine from noon until 4 p.m. Worldwide Day of Play is a day each […]

UWF Historic Trust to host 26th Annual Historic Pensacola Open House on June 4

The University of West Florida Historic Trust invites the community to Historic Pensacola’s 26th Annual Open House on Saturday, June 4, 2016 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. All venues and events are free and open to the public. Activities will include the grand opening of the Appleyard Storytelling Cottage, an exhibit featuring Pensacola’s premier […]

University of West Florida Historic Trust seeks volunteers

The University of West Florida Historic Trust will host two volunteer fairs during National Volunteer Week for individuals interested in joining its Historic Pensacola Ambassador team. Volunteers are needed to help the non-profit organization fulfill its mission to collect, preserve, interpret and share the history of Northwest Florida. Each session will cover an overview of […]

UWF Historic Trust announces half-price tickets and extended hours for T. T. Wentworth, Jr. Museum

The University of West Florida Historic Trust announces new extended hours and discounted rates at the T. T. Wentworth, Jr. Museum.  On Thursday through Saturday, the museum will close at 7 p.m. Tickets purchased after 4 p.m. on these dates are 50-percent off. The museum is also open on Sunday from noon to 4 p.m. for […]

UWF Historic Trust and Apple Corps Foundation present the Appleyard Storytelling Cottage

The University of West Florida Historic Trust and Apple Corps Foundation will present the Appleyard Storytelling Cottage, an exhibit featuring Pensacola’s premier storyteller, John Appleyard, starting in June 2016 at the McMillan House in Historic Pensacola Village. The exhibit will feature many of Appleyard’s stories and will celebrate his numerous contributions to the community. He […]

UWF professor to present about her year of civil rights history experiences

Dr. Susan Jans-Thomas, professor in the University of West Florida Department of Research and Advanced Studies, will present “2015: An Anniversary Year in U.S. Civil Rights,” in an event hosted by the UWF Historic Trust on Thursday, Feb. 18, at 6:30 p.m. The presentation, held at Voices of Pensacola presented by Gulf Power, will chronicle […]

UWF Historic Trust opens “Centennial Faces” exhibit in February

The University of West Florida Historic Trust will host “Centennial Faces” at the T. T. Wentworth Jr. Museum from Feb. 1, 2016 through April 25, 2016. The exhibit – comprised of 49 portraits by late 19th century Tallahassee photographer Alvan S. Harper – provides a fresh perspective on the lives of African-American citizens in Tallahassee […]