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  1. CIHS Recognizes Iconic Captiva Mailbox

    Friday, March 22, 2019 the Captiva Island Historical Society paid tribute to the special and unique mailbox that’s been a part of the island’s colorful personality for the past two decades.
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  2. Ginny Reiss Joins CIHS Board

    The Captiva Island Historical Society is delighted to welcome Ginny Reiss to its Board of Directors, where she will have the opportunity to share her extensive educational experience as a Ginny Reiss Historical Society, mentor and program developer in both Colorado and Ohio school systems.
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  3. Commemorating Pops Randall House at City Dock

    Saturday, December 8th, the CIHS commemorated the 113-year-old building that now houses the offices of McCarthy’s Marina.
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  4. CIHS Launches Season on Historic Boca Grande

    The Captiva Island Historical Society launched its 8th season of programs with a cruise, lunch and historian address at the Gasparilla Inn on Boca Grande on November 13.
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  5. Nancy Riley, CIHS Board’s Newest Member

    The Captiva Island Historical Society is pleased to announce the addition of Nancy Riley to its Board of Directors.
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  6. CIHS Premiers New Documentary on Buck Key

    The Captiva Island Historical Society premiered the seventh in its series of “Captiva Memories” film documentaries, revealing the surprising history of Buck Key.
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  7. Jewel Jensen Joins CIHS Board

    The Captiva Island Historical Society is pleased to welcome Jewel Jensen to its Board of Directors.
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