Upcoming Events

Membership meeting and class information (bottom of the page) 

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- Spring 2025 Event Season Dates

 Vendor Registration 

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Some activities and food are cash only.

APRIL 2025

schedule

Saturday, April 5, 2025, Jelly Bean Fling, 10 am - 4 pm

Jelly Bean Fling Schedule Highlights:
  • 10 am - 2 pm The Geared Up Band - Gazebo in front of the Overstreet House (yellow 2 story)
  • 10:30 am - 11:30 am and 12:30 - 1:30 pm Free Photos with the Easter Bunny at the Trilby Train Depot (south end of the museum)
  • 11 am and 1 pm Sphere's Bubble Show NW area of the museum, in front of the Silver Blanton Packing House
  • 12 noon and 2 pm Mr. Tommy and Gigi and Friends - Children's interactive Musical Show - On the Citrus Stage Gazebo, just past the CC Smith General Store
  • 10 am - 3 pm Free Easter Egg Hunt - Outdoor Amphitheatre area/Field in front of the Log House
  • Mabel Jordan Barn - Easter Egg Hunt turn in (Turn in Easter Eggs for candy/prizes), Children's Games, Make and Take arts and crafts
  • Museum Concessions will offer: pulled pork dinners with yellow rice and black beans, burgers, hot dogs, grilled chicken sandwiched, pulled pork sandwiches, desserts, ice cream and more! Cash Only
  • Petting Zoo - Northwest Corner of the Museum near the Silver Blanton Packing House
  • Pharaoh's Wildlife Kingdom at the Country Store Shack in front of the CC Smith General Store.
  • Pony Rides - - Outdoor Amphitheatre area/Field beside the Log House (south end of the museum)
  • COFFEE vendor (The Bean Buggy) near the Gazebo (including iced coffee and milkshakes)
  • Tons of amazing VENDORS throughout the museum: face painting, arts and crafts, food, and more!
  • Museum MENU - CASH ONLY
    Pulled Pork dinner, yellow rice and black beans  $12
    Cheeseburger, Burger, Pulled Pork, Grilled Chicken Sandwich, Rice & Bean Bowl (no meat) $7
    Hotdog $4
    Fries, Onion Rings, or Pie $4
    Cookies, Chips, or Drinks $2
    Sweet Tea or Unsweet Tea, Coke, Diet, Sprite, or Water
  • Gourmet Ice Cream Sandwiches
    SMALL FLAVORS: Birthday Cake, Chocolate Blackout, or Strawberry Shortcake Small $4
    LARGE FLAVORS: Original, Cookie Monster, Key Lime Pie, Chocolate Blackout, or Strawberry Shortcake Large $6
    WHILE SUPPLIES LAST, THANK YOU!


For guests: $10 adults, $5 students, under 5 free. Tickets at the Gate only. Parking is free
 
These events are fundraisers for our non-profit museum. The museum relies on this event revenue to maintain our buildings and collections. These events allow us to operate and provide educational field trips and classes to students at a low cost. The Pioneer Florida Museum is grateful for your participation and your support of our museum and community.

2025 Jelly Bean Fling

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Saturday, April 5, 2025, Jelly Bean Fling, 10 am - 4 pm

This spectacular Spring Festival offers a wide range of activities for the whole family to enjoy:
 
Sphere's Bubble Show (as seen on America's Got Talent) 11 am and 1 pm
 
Mr. Tommy and Gigi's Musical Show for Kids at 12 noon and 2 pm.
(Mr. Tommy was formerly with the Eddie Money Band and Gigi was formerly a Ringling Brothers and Barnum Bailey Circus Clown.) We are fortunate to have these World Class Entertainers.
 
From Pony Rides and Face Painting to Children’s Games with prizes and make and take Arts and Crafts, there is something for everyone to participate in.
 
Live Entertainment with the Geared Up Band, unique Vendors, Food Trucks, Traditional Craft Demonstrations, a Blacksmith, Model Trains, Petting Zoo, Pharaoh's Wildlife Kingdom, and photo ops will also be available for your enjoyment.
 
Don't miss the opportunity to take FREE photos with the Easter Bunny at 10:30 am - 11:30 am or 12:30 - 1:30 pm. and participate in the Easter Egg Hunt for children.
 
Explore all museum buildings where history comes alive with every step you take.
 
Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for students, and children under 5 are free. Tickets can be purchased at the Museum entrance only, and parking is free for all attendees. We look forward to seeing you at the Jelly Bean Fling for a day of fun, learning, and entertainment!

  Vendor Registration 

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2025 WW2 Living History Event

 Field trip Friday

 

Friday, April 25, 2025, World War II - Field Trip Day, 9 am - 1 pm

$8 admission for students and chaperones. Parking is free. Concession stand is open for food, drinks, snack, and desserts. Cash Only


This day will consist of self-guided tours for public, private, and home school students. Students pass through a series of living history learning stations.


Pre-registration required 

World War II Field Trip Day Registration

Lesson Plans and Resources:
 
 
Next Generation Sunshine State Standards

SS.4.A.1.1: Analyze primary and secondary resources to identify significant individuals and events throughout Florida history.

SS.4.A.8.1: Identify Florida's role in the Civil Rights Movement.

SS.912.A.1.2: Utilize a variety of primary and secondary sources to identify author, historical significance, audience, and authenticity to understand a historical period.

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Saturday, April 26, 2025, World War II  - Living History Event,

10 am - 4 pm

• Step back into an immersive 1945 Homefront

experience

• Learn about: German POWs in Pasco County

• Interact with living historians portraying life

during the final months of the war

• Michael Ferguson, M.A., Public Historian - will give a lecture on Pasco County's World War II homefront: the mobilization efforts, civilian agency contributions, and the significant expansion of women's roles in the workforce. It examines the immediate post-war period and the lasting impact of these wartime changes on the community.

• All museum buildings will be open

• More information will be posted closer to the event.

$12 adults, $10 seniors or veterans, $6 students, under 5 free, tickets at the Museum only. Parking is free

 

REENACTOR APPLICATION/REGISTRATION FORM  -  Pre-registration and approval or invitation required. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

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Annual Membership Meeting

Monday, September 15, 2025, 6 pm

Main Building at the Pioneer Florida Museum

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CLASSES
 
 Check back often, we will update as classes become available.
 

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Pioneer Quilt Guild Meeting


The first Tuesday of every month starts at 6 pm
Main Building of the Pioneer Florida Museum in the Lockey Room

Quilters at all levels of experience are welcome.

For more information: pioneerquiltguild@gmail.com or www.pioneerquiltguild.com 

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Please wash or sanitize your hands often. The museum frequently sanitizes common areas and has hand sanitizer available. If you are sick, please stay home. The health and safety of our staff, guests and volunteers is our highest priority. 

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