Looking forward to a GREAT 2019
The Weather is Perfect for a Walking Tour ~~~ JOIN US
Lace up those walking shoes and join us for a 2-hour stroll around downtown Punta Gorda seeing and learning about our historic murals along the way. We’ll visit 12 murals and also stop and meet the artist painting our newest mural.
First tour is this Thursday, January 10th – space is still available. Call the Punta Gorda Chamber and reserve your spot (941-639-3720).
Weekly Tours every Thu…Read MoreDec 12, 2018
Our Last Newsletter for 2018
GOOD NEWS about Our HARBORWALK Mural
We just got the news that FDOT (Florida Department of Transportation) has approved our application for the mural! It’s been a long process (over a year) but it’s finally done. A big THANK YOU to Weiler Engineering for donating their time to work this application on our and the City’s behalf!
The City anticipated the approval and started the site prep work last week. If you visited the Harborwalk rec…Read MoreNov 13, 2018
Our Fall Newsletter
(and a little history)
Update on Our HARBORWALK Mural
Good news on the permit front – Our public art permit application with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) was approved by the Tallahassee office. We hope to have the final signatures in the next few weeks. Our artist is still on schedule to start painting in December.
Mural Walking Tours
Will Start in January
We’re pleased to be partnering with the Punta Gorda Chamber of Comm…Read MoreOct 12, 2018
What’s Happening
(and a little history)
This month’s HISTORY CLASSES
“HISTORY OF PUNTA GORDA IN ITS MURALS”
Join us as we present the history of the area as told through the murals throughout our beautiful City. Visit all 30 murals from the comfort of your Air Conditioned classroom seat while we present 450 years of history using the murals as a guide. Hear about the Mural Society and get a sneak peek of upcoming projects.
Presented in 2 parts:
Mo…Read MoreSep 04, 2018
This month…
Good News (and a little history)
First the Good News…
Fundraising is Complete!
Thanks to a very generous charitable fund grant from Bill & Zoe Hopkins and the awarding of a Charlotte Community Foundation Investment Grant, we have secured the remaining funds needed to create the Harborwalk mural!
We are thankful for all the support we receive from the Community and are excited to bring this amazing mural to our town. The start date is set for November (w…Read MoreAug 10, 2018
A little area history
The original Barron Collier Bridge
(Postcard from the Charlotte County History Collection)
If you’ve attended one of our history classes or a walking tour, you’ve heard us speak about Barron Collier and his influence on our area. We have a bridge named after him, he had a major stake in one of our early banks, and he bought, renovated and renamed the old Hotel Punta Gorda into the Hotel Charlotte Harbor (seen in the background of the postcard abo…Read MoreJul 16, 2018
Hope you’re having a FUN Summer.
Here’s the latest news from the Mural Society
HISTORY CLASSES
We recently divided our History Class into two parts and did a trial run last month. Over a dozen folks joined us for the new set of classes at the FGCU Renaissance Academy on June 25th and 27th, and the feedback was good.
This new format gives us a chance to present the material at a little slower pace, provide more time for questions and discussion, an…Read MoreJun 14, 2018
Looking for something FUN to do this month?
Join us for our next set of History Classes
“HISTORY OF PUNTA GORDA IN ITS MURALS”
Join us as we present the history of the area as told through the murals throughout our beautiful City. Visit all 30 murals from the comfort of your Air Conditioned classroom seat while we present 450 years of history using the murals as a guide. Hear about the Mural Society and get a sneak peek of upcoming projects.
Now presented in 2 parts:
…Read MoreJun 13, 2018
Punta Gorda Historic Mural Society Newsletter | April 2018
It’s been a Busy Season
– 3 Mural History Classes
– 4 Mural Walking Tours
– Lots of Presentations to Local Groups
– Completed and Dedicated the “Ladies Remembered” Mural
– Had a Successful Giving Challenge Fundraiser for our next project
As we head into the summer months, we’d like to Thank YOU for your continued support
Hanging around this summer?
Join us for our next se…Read MoreApr 09, 2018
Punta Gorda Historic Mural Society Newsletter | April 2018
“Ladies Remembered” Mural Dedication
The Mural is Complete – Let’s Celebrate!
Join us for the Dedication on Friday, April 13th 5:00 pm
Bayside Eye Center 314 N. Tamiami Trail, Punta Gorda
Followed by Drinks, Light Appetizers & Florida Desserts
Parking available at Herald Court Parking Deck
or east of Bayside Eye Center on Olympia (old USAVE lot)
Read More About the Mural & the Ladies
T…Read More