SANTA ROSA HISTORICAL SOCIETY, INC.
MILTON, FLORIDA

The Santa Rosa Historical Society, Inc. is a tax-exempt, non-profit organization chartered in 1974, with a commitment to the identification, documentation, and preservation of Santa Rosa County, Florida's unique historical legacy. Located in Milton, within Santa Rosa County, the society operates under its filing number 729979 as a Domestic Nonprofit Corporation (DOMNP) and was incorporated on June 18, 1974. The mission of the Society is to preserve and promote awareness of the rich history that characterizes this region of Florida. Over the years, Santa Rosa County has been recognized for its historical significance, particularly in relation to the lumber industry which flourished along the Blackwater River once serving as a vital commercial corridor linking local industries with global markets including South America, Italy, and Germany. As an organization compliant with Chapter 496 of the Florida Statutes under The Solicitation of Contributions Act, it holds registration number CH21575. Further details can be obtained through the Division of Consumer Services by calling (800) 435-7352 within the state. This registration ensures transparency but does not imply state endorsement or approval. The Society is actively involved in local heritage projects, including collaborative efforts such as the development of a park initiative along Main Street in Bagdad, spearheaded alongside the Santa Rosa County Commission, Bagdad Waterfronts Florida Partnership, Inc., and the Santa Rosa County Chamber. These partnerships highlight the Society's role in not only preserving history but also enhancing community spaces for future generations. With leadership including Cassandra Sharp as President, Kim Macarthy as Treasurer, and Donny T. West as Vice President, the society continues to engage with local communities to sponsor events and projects essential to historical preservation efforts. Its operations are headquartered at P.O. Box 196 in Bagdad, Florida, with contact available through toll-free line (800) 435-7352, alongside direct numbers for further inquiries. For more information about their initiatives or joining as supporters of this venerable institution, interested parties can visit the society's official website at santarosahistoricalsociety.com.