Baker County Historical Society

02/24/2026

Tuesday Genealogy Tips!

Spreadsheets, logs, and note taking help keep your records organized and make looking up information easier. Labeling files and folders also help keep your research tidy. Happy researching!

As always, volunteers at the Baker County Historical society are happy to help point you in the right directions in your genealogy research.

02/21/2026

Y'all come see us today 11am-3pm!

02/20/2026

📜 This Day in History: The Battle of Olustee

In February 1864, Northeast Florida became the stage for the largest Civil War battle fought in the state — the Battle of Olustee. As Union forces advanced west from Jacksonville, Baker County played a quiet but important role in the campaign.

Union troops established camps in Sanderson, using the area as a key stopping point along the Florida Railroad. From there, Federal cavalry and infantry moved through the countryside, including a raid on the Barber Plantation, disrupting Confederate supplies and signaling the growing reach of Union operations in the region.

Just days later, on February 20, 1864, Union and Confederate forces clashed near Olustee Station in a fierce and bloody battle. The Confederate victory halted the Union advance, but the presence of troops in places like Sanderson left a lasting mark on local communities.

Baker County’s landscapes witnessed these movements firsthand — a reminder that even small towns and rural forests were deeply connected to the broader story of the Civil War.

🕰️ History lives here.

02/17/2026

It's your Tuesday Genealogy Tips!

Examining clothing, hairstyles, and automobiles can help roughly estimate dates for photographs. Looking carefully at photos help tell a lot about the past and may help with your genealogy breakthrough!

Volunteers at the Baker County Historical Society are always happy to help point you in the right direction in your genealogy research.

02/13/2026

You are invited to our Legacy Day event on Saturday, March 28th with this year’s topics being the American Revolution and colonial life. This lunch and learn event will feature guest speakers, interactive activities, and a delicious bbq lunch. We hope to see you at this engaging and informative event.

Get your tickets today at www.bakerhistory.org

02/12/2026

In February 1864, the Battle of Olustee was fought on the western edge of what is now Baker County. The end result was a defining moment of the Civil War and a reminder when our area once stood in the center of history.

For more information watch the informative documentary below.

On February 20th 1864 - More than 10,000 cavalry, infantry and artillery troops fought a five-hour battle in a pine forest near Ocean Pond, Florida. Three U....

02/11/2026

Members and the interested public are welcome to attend our monthly meeting. Come see our new displays and become active in Baker County history!

02/10/2026

Tuesday Genealogy Tips! Have you thought to record your own history for future genealogy research? Recording your own history can help future researchers accurately document your family history.

We are always happy to point you in the right direction for your genealogy research!

02/10/2026

Step back into the 1860s and experience history coming to life at the Battle of Olustee.

As you explore Olustee Battlefield Historic State Park, you’ll encounter authentic Civil War–era encampments, sutler tents filled with unique goods, hands-on demonstrations, educational exhibits, and engaging reenactor presentations that bring the past to life.

From the sights and sounds of camp life to stories shared by living historians, this immersive experience offers a deeper look at daily life during the Civil War — perfect for history lovers of all ages.

Plan your visit and experience it for yourself.

📍 Olustee Battlefield Historic State Park

Learn more at battleofolustee.org

02/07/2026

Y"all come see us today 11am-3pm!

02/06/2026

We are pleased to announce our upcoming annual Legacy Day event on Saturday, March 28th at the Macclenny Women’s Club. The American Revolution will be the topic this year and will include guest speakers, information on the Sons and Daughters of the American Revolution, and lunch provided. Tickets are on sale now at www.bakerhistory.org!