Events and Programs

June 7, 2025

Traditionally, the first Saturday in June is the day to celebrate pioneer families of Bay County. This year was no exception. Some 60 members and friends of the Historical Society gathered at Oakland Terrace Clubhouse for the annual Pioneer Picnic. A covered dish luncheon, musical entertainment and fellowship was enjoyed by all. A special thanks to the St. Andrews Grocery Outlet for their donation of delicious pulled pork. Also, a big thank you to "Judy Bryte and the Boys" for providing a variety of enjoyable musical numbers and lots of laughter.

Bay County Library Early Pioneer Picnic

Coming in September

Later this summer, HSBC will present an opportunity for area residents to participate in our efforts to produce the Smithsonian Food Exhibition. HSBC will host a reception where we will seek the loan of old kitchen or food related artifacts. We would like to record oral histories of how old can-openers, milk bottles and similar kitchen items were handed down to your family. We will include as many items as possible in BAYSHORE BOUNTY, "The Culinary Heritage of Bay County." Look for more details coming soon on our Face Book page.

September 27, 2025

The educational and entertaining selection of programs offered by the Historical Society of Bay County begins the Winter Season in September. These programs are offered on the fourth Monday evening of each month at 6:00 pm in the Community Room of the Bay County Library. The Winter/Spring series began on January 27, 2025, and continued through May 27, 2025. After a summer break, will continue with the first program on September 22, 2025. As always, you can expect a wide range of popular programs, primarily focused on local topics. All programs are free and open to the public. Donations are appreciated.