Florida Maritime Historical Society | Established 2008

Florida’s maritime history can be traced back to some of the first contacts in the  New World. The maritime history of Florida has been instrumental in the development of the region and a critical component of survival since the first Spanish period. Even today, the maritime industry remains a critical component to Florida's economy and a factor in its development.

Despite Florida’s rich history of maritime commerce, culture, and conflict, many details of the events, the people, and circumstance are somewhat obscured by the sands of time. The Florida Maritime Historical Society intends to focus on this area of Florida's history by bringing the significance of maritime culture back into the historical dialog of our state and our region.

FMHS will serve to present projects in the area of Florida maritime history and will work as a fiduciary partner to assist in funding and development for the maritime organzaitons, institutions and community groups through out the state. The Florida Maritime Historical Society is an organization designed to raise awareness and support the preservation of Florida's fabulous, diverse and rich maritime heritage.