ABOUT US
INTERACT • DISCOVER • LEARN
THE HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF MARTIN COUNTY
“The Genius of Innovation and Creativity.”
This private, non-profit organization, Historical Society of Martin County, interprets and celebrates the genius of innovation, creativity and the historical events of Martin County and the surrounding region, all within an environment of learning and discovery.
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.
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 Ext. 109
E: rsteele@hsmc-fl.com
Director of Development
Linda Prange
Director of Development
- Historical Society of Martin County
- Elliott Museum
- Gilbert’s Bar House of Refuge Museum
Bringing it to the NEXT LEVEL!
825 NE Ocean Blvd., Stuart FL 34996
P: 772-225-1961 Ext. 110
E: lprange@hsmc-fl.com
OUR Elliot Museum STAFF
Debra Banta
MJ Parker
Jim Ferrare
Vikki Tobiasz
Linda Geary
Ales Day
Jim Butterworth
OUR House of Refuge STAFF
Michael Phillips
Debra Groves
BOARD OF DIRECTORS & STAFF
Board of Directors
Officers
Rick Zurich
Board Chair
Rachelle (Rocky) Grady
Secretary
Sheila Schneider
Treasurer
Directors
C. Michael Cornely
Debra Duvall
Fernando Giachino
David Marley
Allan Mostoff
Joseph Vicini
Aaron Wojcieszak
CONTACT US
(772) 225-1961
Rob Steele – Ext. 109
President & CEO
rsteele@hsmc‐fl.org
Linda Prange – Ext. 110
Director of Development
lprange@hsmf‐fl.org
Debra Banta – Ext. 124
Director of Engagement
dbanta@hsmc‐fl.org
Vikki Tobiasz – Ext. 106
Director of Finance
vtobiasz@hsmc‐fl.org
Ales Day – Ext. 102
Director of Visitor Services / Volunteer Coordinator
aday@hsmc‐fl.org
MJ Parker – Ext. 100
Visitors Services
mparker@hsmc‐fl.org
Linda Geary – Ext. 103
Collections Department – Curator
lgeary@hsmc‐fl.org
Jim Ferrare – Ext 111
Car Curator
jferarre@hsmc‐fl.org
Jim Butterworth – Ext. 101
Director of Facilities, Operations & Security
jbutterworth@hsmc‐fl.org
CONTACT US
(772) 225-1875
Michael Phillips – Ext. 200
Keeper of the House
mphillips@hsmc‐fl.org
Debra Groves – Ext. 200
Assistant Keeper of the House
dgroves@hsmc‐fl.org