The Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum (SBRHM), home of the Boca Raton Historical Society, invites the community to explore history in two very different ways this October: a free, family-friendly craft activity as part of Free Fun Saturdays, and a thought-provoking evening lecture as part of the Town Hall Talk series celebrating the America250 initiative.
On Saturday, October 4, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the museum opens its doors free of charge for Free Fun Saturdays. In October, kids and families will dream up their own creative welcome signs inspired by the historic Sanborn Square sign that greeted early visitors to Boca Raton. Admission is free all day, and the hands-on craft begins at 2 p.m. “Free Fun Saturdays are one of our favorite ways to engage children and families,” said Mary Csar, Executive Director of the Boca Raton Historical Society. “This October, we’re excited to let kids imagine how they would showcase Boca to the world.”
On Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at 6 p.m., the museum will host a Town Hall Talk titled “The Continental Soldier: Washington’s Army in the Revolution” at Historic Town Hall. As part of BRHS’s multi-year America250: The 14th Colony commemoration, acclaimed historian and reenactor Robert Feeney will present the second lecture in the fall series. This engaging program shines a spotlight on the ordinary men who transformed into extraordinary heroes while fighting for independence under George Washington’s command. “America250 invites us to take a thoughtful look at how our country came to be—and the people who shaped it along the way,” said Csar. “Through programs like our Town Hall Talks, we’re able to bring these important stories to life right here in Boca’s original Town Hall.” RSVP is required for Town Hall Talks, and seating is limited. Reservations can be made at www.BocaHistory.org.
These programs highlight the museum’s commitment to making history accessible and engaging for all ages. The Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum, located in historic Town Hall, is open Wednesday through Saturday, 10 AM to 4 PM. For more information, visit www.BocaHistory.org.
