Naples Historical Society
Background on Naples Historical Society
Naples Historical Society, Inc. is a 501c3 nonprofit organization dedicated to the preservation of Naples history and heritage for the community and future generations to enjoy. To achieve its mission, the Society presents a series of ten (10) educational programs and three (3) preservation initiatives that inspire a sense of appreciation for and interest in Naples history. These programs reach the community’s youth, residents and old timers alike, those new to the community, visitors, and business leaders.
Historic Palm Cottage™ Under the preservation of the Naples Historical Society, the Palm Cottage™ house museum lets visitors experience the rustic, hand-crafted charm of Old Naples through
guided tours where trained docents share unique insights, historic facts and colorful tales about this local architectural gem and the community surrounding it.
The oldest house in Naples (built in 1895) is constructed of tabby mortar, a hand-made concrete consisting of sand, shells and water. This two-story home was built by one of Naples founding residents, Walter N. Haldeman, and boasts 3,500 square feet of original and donated artwork, furnishings and tools spanning over 100 years.
Tours of Historic Palm Cottage Tues-Sat: 1-4pm, year-round
Palm Cottage Video
Admission: $10 person, Members Free
No Reservations Necessary
Christmas at Palm Cottage
Tues & Wed: 1-4pm, Nov 11-Dec 31 | Thurs-Sat: 1-8pm, Nov 11-Dec 31
Guided Garden Tours of the Norris Gardens at Palm Cottage
1st and 3rd Thurs each month, year-round, 10am
Admission: $10 person, Members Free
Reservations are required
Walking Tours of the Naples Historic District
Every Wed, year-round, 9:30am
Admission:
$16 per person,
Members $10
Reservations are required