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EXHIBIT NOW OPEN
The Ties That Bind, 1880-1925, looks at Lakeland's formative years with a focus on the railroad's impact on the areas population growth and economy.  This interactive display is FREE and FAMILY friendly.  
The Exhibit Gallery and History Room are open the same hours of the library.

For tour information please contact:  863.834.4269

Discover the History of Your House

Even if you don't live in a historic house you can still discover more about your home’s history through the resources at the Lakeland History and Culture Center.  This hands-on workshop is led by Emily Foster, Senior Planner – Historic Preservation and LuAnn Mims, Special Collections Librarian.

[Wednesday, May 31  @ 5:30-7:00pm pm]
Registration opens [May 24]

The Generators- Genealogy Club
[Monday, 
June 5 @ 5:30PM]  
Registration opens Monday, May 29
NOTE Change in Start Time


The Generators: is an ad hoc hands-on workshop that focuses on Family Genealogy. 
This is a monthly discussion meeting centered about a topic of genealogical interest and a
chance to connect with others to learn more about genealogy. 


June Topic: Genealogy Goal Setting in Six Easy Steps

LEATHER JOURNAL BOOKBINDING WORKSHOP

Learn how to craft and bind your own leather journal in our bookbinding workshop.  We'll take you step-by-step through the bookbinding process as you create your own leather journal that is unique to you!  No prior knowledge of bookbinding is necessary.  All materials will be provided.

This workshop is for ages 18 and older.

[Saturday, June 10 @ 10:00 am]
Registration opens [June 3]

How to Use Oral History for Genealogy

Workshop on how to preserve your family’s memories through oral history methods. Find out who to include, permissions required, tips on conducting an interview and  suggestions on using the final product to benefit research.
[Saturday, June 17 @ 10:00 am]
Registration opens [June 10]

DIGITAL RESOURCES

for Local History and Genealogy

Where else can you go to get information on your family history outside of the subscription based products?  This guided workshop  will point you in a few new directions to supplement your research journey. 
Bring your laptop or tablet to follow along.

[Wednesday, July 12 @ 5:30 pm]
Registration opens [July 5]

The Lakeland History Room Digital Collections contains more than 8000 images.   Each month a different collection will be spotlighted.

Perkins Brothers Commercial Photography was a Lakeland mainstay for more than thirty years.  Laurence ‘Guv’ Duane Perkins (1914-1981), born in NY moved to Lakeland at age five.  During WWII he worked as a photographer for the US Navy where he honed his skills in the field.  Upon returning, he started working for the Lakeland Ledger as a photographer.  He open a commercial studio in 1950 and was joined a few years later by younger brother Murray.  

Murray ‘Perk’ Clinton Perkins (1922-2012) was born in Lakeland.  At age 17 he worked as a drug store clerk.  He served in the US Army during World War II.  He worked along side his brother Duane following the war at their commercial studio.  

Many of the Perkins Brothers photographs were transferred to Phillips Photography.

Richard ‘Dick’ Phillips (1925-2014) opened his commercial photography studio in 1949 at 1107 S. Florida Ave. behind what is now Hungry Howie’s in Dixieland.   In 1962, he constructed the current 3,800 square-foot building at 1505 S. Florida Avenue.  His son, Robin,  began working in the studio at age 8 and shot his first wedding  by himself at 15 years of age.  The family kept the successful business going until 2022.

This collection combines photographs from the two studios.  Together they depict a history of Lakeland from the 1940s-2000.

Featured Digital Collection: Perkins-Phillips Photographs

What do Lakelanders do when the weather is hot?  They know how to enjoy the summer sunshine and their favorite outdoor activities which sometimes means staying cool indoors too!

Flickr Featured Album: IN THE SUMMERTIME

Lakeland Legend / Legacy / Lore Series
LOVELY LAKES OF LAKELAND
See for yourself how Lakeland earned its name!

With your library card, you have free digital access to a wide array of current news resources in the library or at home.

Browse our digital newspaper services for free access to America's News, Lakeland Ledger Collection, and the New York Times online! 

NEWSPAPER RESOURCES

Start your family history search
here at the library!

This FREE access is available at all three Lakeland Library
 locations and throughout Polk County's libraries.

Not sure where to start? Call
863.834.4269 for details.

 

Create your own Personal Family Archive and digitize your old home movies, photos, cassettes, slides & negatives so you can easily share them with family and friends. 

To schedule an appointment please fill out our contact form or for more information call  

Rebecca Whalon 863.834.4212

DIY Digitize Form
For more information about any of these events, contact LuAnn Mims 863.834.4269 or luann.mims@lakelandgov.net
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In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 286.26, Florida Statute, persons with disabilities needing special accommodation to participate in this proceeding, or those requiring language assistance (free of charge) should contact the City of Lakeland ADA Specialist, Jenny Sykes. Because providing a reasonable accommodation may require outside assistance, the City asks that any request be made with as much notice as possible; preferably five (5) business days, but no less than two (2) business days, in advance of the event, at: (863) 834-8444, Email: Jenny.Sykes@lakelandgov.net.  If Deaf or Hard of Hearing, please contact the TDD numbers: Local – (863) 834-8333 or 1-(800) 955-8771
(TDD – Telecommunications Device for the Deaf) or the
Florida Relay Service number: 1-(800) 955-8770 (VOICE), for assistance.
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