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HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF MARTIN COUNTY
THE PARENT ORGANIZATION
of the Elliott Museum and House of Refuge Museum.
Showcasing A Wide Variety Of Exhibits
The Historical Society of Martin County is the parent organization of the Elliott Museum and House of Refuge Museum. As the Elliott Museum wows guests with its renowned car and baseball collections, the House of Refuge showcases what life was like for the Keeper and his family in turn-of-the-century Florida. Both museums showcase a wide variety of exhibits, collections, and lectures, all designed to serve the interests of people who live in and visit Florida’s Treasure Coast.
OUR PRESIDENT
Robert Steele
President & CEO
- Historical Society of Martin County
- Elliott Museum
- Gilbert’s Bar House of Refuge Museum
Bringing fresh and new ideas to the society!
825 NE Ocean Blvd., Stuart FL 34996
P: 772-225-1961 X 109
E: rsteele@hsmc-fl.com
OUR STAFF
Amie Smith
MJ Parker
Debra Banta
Linda Geary
John Giltinan
Don Gilbert
Michael Phillips
Brian Jackson
Vikki Tobiasz
BOARD OF DIRECTORS & STAFF
Board of Directors
Officers
Michele Reilly
Chairperson
Rick Zurich
Vice-Chair
Rachelle (Rocky) Grady
Secretary
Sheila Schneider
Treasurer
Aaron Wojcieszak
Immediate Past Chairman
Directors
Sharyon Daigneau
Debra Duvall
Peter Freudenberg
Fernando Giachino, P.A.
Joan Murphy
Joe Vicini
CONTACT US
(772) 225-1961
Rob Steele – Ext. 109
President & CEO
Debra Banta – Ext. 124
Special Events & Rentals Coordinator
Jillian Brehne – Ext. 100
Visitors Services Assistant
Jim Butterworth – Ext. 101
Facilities & Security Manager
Linda Geary – Ext 103
HSMC Curator
Don Gilbert – Ext. 111
Car Curator
John Giltinan – Ext. 111
Car Curator
MJ Parker – Ext. 100
Visitors Services Assistant
Amie Smith – Ext. 102
Director of Visitor Services
Vikki Tobiasz – Ext. 106
Financial Manager
LaVaine Wrigley – Ext. 108
Collections Manager
CONTACT US
(772) 225-1875
Michael Phillips
Keeper of the House
Brian Jackson
Assistant Keeper of the House
Lynn Dimon
House of Refuge Rentals Coordinator
Barbara DeWhirst
Visitors Services Assistant
OUR MUSEUMS
The Elliott Museum
Enriches the community through its wide variety of exhibits, collections, and lectures, all designed to serve the interests of the people who live in and visit the Treasure Coast.
You will enjoy our significant collection of classic cars, trucks, bicycles, and boats; baseball memorabilia; local history; Americana; a variety of art; a tribute to actress Frances Langford; and even a Foucault Pendulum.
The House Of Refuge
Step back in time to the turn of the century with a visit to the House of Refuge Museum at Gilbert’s Bar. Built as one of ten along the east coast of Florida, it is the oldest structure in Martin County and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1974 and is the only remaining House of Refuge.
PURCHASE TICKETS TODAY!
Purchase your tickets to the Elliott Museum, House of Refuge Museum, or a Combo package!
HSMC is proud to have two Blue Star Museums!
And admission is always free to Veterans and Military personnel.
Call us for any questions at 772.225.1961
Historical Society of Martin County
The Historical Society of Martin County is the parent organization of the Elliott Museum and House of Refuge Museum. As the Elliott Museum wows guests with its renowned car and baseball collections, the House of Refuge showcases what life was like for the Keeper and his family in turn-of-the-century Florida. Both museums showcase a wide variety of exhibits, collections, and lectures, all designed to serve the interests of people who live in and visit Florida’s Treasure Coast.
The Historical Society of Martin County is the parent organization of the Elliott Museum and House of Refuge Museum.
