Venice Turns 100: A Century by the Sea
Venice, Florida is officially turning one hundred years old this year—a milestone that deserves a proper celebration! Whether you’ve called Venice home for decades or you’re just passing through to hunt for sharks’ teeth, this centennial is a chance to look back at what makes our coastal town truly unique. From Vision to Reality Venice […]
Historic Downtown Venice Florida Walking Tour: Discovering the Stories Behind Our Timeless Architecture and Local Landmarks
Explore Historic Downtown Venice FL through our comprehensive walking tour guide featuring Italian Renaissance architecture, local landmarks, and fascinating stories from our community’s past. Perfect for residents and visitors alike.
Shark Tooth Capital: The Geological Story Behind Venice’s Famous Fossils
Discover why Venice, Florida is the Shark Tooth Capital of the World. Learn about the ancient Miocene seas, Peace River Formation, and geological processes that bring millions of fossilized shark teeth to Venice beaches daily.
Top Historical Sites to Visit in Venice, Florida
Venice, Florida offers a rich tapestry of history alongside its beautiful beaches and small-town charm. From its early days as a planned community to its fascinating military history, there’s plenty for history buffs to explore. Here are some of the most significant historical sites worth visiting in Venice. Venice Train Depot Built in 1927, the […]
John Nolen’s Visionary Design of Venice, Florida: How One Man Shaped a City
In the 1920s, amid Florida’s legendary land boom, a small Gulf Coast town would become the canvas for one of America’s most distinguished urban planners. John Nolen, a visionary who studied at Harvard and apprenticed with Frederick Law Olmsted Jr., was commissioned to design Venice, Florida—a project that would become one of his most enduring […]