This November we began our celebration of West Palm Beach’s 125th birthday. The city has truly stood the test of time. We celebrated with the opening of this season's special exhibit, Becoming West Palm Beach: Celebrating 125 years! This exhibit examines the history of West Palm Beach as it has grown from a small town into a bustling city that continues to expand and flourish. Becoming West Palm Beach is on display through July 3, 2020.
The celebration continues with two articles in this issue focused on the storied history of West Palm Beach and an oral history of Henry Burkhardt, a pioneer whose memories of the area bring it to life. Step back to the 1800s as you read about the significant events that transformed West Palm Beach.
Happy birthday, West Palm Beach! We will preserve and share its history as part of Palm Beach County for generations to come.