A Roaring Good time in honor of the Centennial
The Sebastian River Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting it's 31st Annual Lifestyle & Media Auction on Saturday, September 14th. In honor...
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- 4 days ago
- 8 min
2004 Hurricanes Frances and Jeanne Left Their Mark on Sebastian - Prepared by Sally Maio, former City Clerk
Just when we were all feeling a little bit smug about not experiencing any major hurricanes in our area since David in 1979, in 2004 a...
- 4 days ago
- 6 min
The Summer of Our Discontent by Steve McGinn
Ren Shieldo, the composer of "In the Good Ole Summer Time," might never have written that upbeat-tune had he experienced the summer of...
- Aug 16
- 2 min
Meta Hardee (Chesser) Bolinger - First Woman Elected to Council
Written as published in "Tales of Sebastian" courtesy of the Sebastian Area Historical Society. Meta M. Hardee was born on August 13,...
- Aug 1
- 1 min
City of Sebastian Art & History Virtual Tour
Take a virtual walk around town to learn about the city's history through art, historic structures, and important monuments. Check it out...
- Jul 16
- 1 min
"A Look Back In Time" Presented by the Sebastian River Art Club
The Sebastian River Art Club is excited to announce "A Look Back in Time" - a 40+ piece Centennial Exhibit of original paintings that...
- Jul 5
- 7 min
SEBASTIAN LEADERS PRESERVED PARADISE FOR ALL TO ENJOY By Sally Maio
As you read through the history of Sebastian it becomes abundantly clear that over the years the dedication of many of our elected...
- Jul 5
- 4 min
Short History of Property Dedicated by Master Deed as "City Park" Forever By Sally Maio, former City Clerk
In 1932 City Council suggested certain lots in Carroll-Roberts subdivision in the area of River Drive and Main Street be taken over for a...
- Jul 5
- 17 min
RIVERVIEW PARK- HOW DID WE GET HERE By Sally Maio, former City Clerk
This document lays out the history of attainment of parcels and projects via grants, donations and city funding to create Riverview Park....
- Jun 3
- 4 min
Sebastian's School on Louisiana Avenue By Cora Sembler Sadler
Written as published in "Tales of Sebastian" courtesy of the Sebastian Area Historical Society. When the Charlie Sembler family moved in...
- Jun 3
- 9 min
Incorporation - Creation of Town of Sebastian in December 1924 by Sally Maio, Former City Clerk
1924 On October 29, 1924 a meeting was advertised to be held on December 8, 1924 at 7:30 p.m. for registered voters of St. Lucie County...
- May 8
- 1 min
Capt. Robert Hardee Main Street Boat Ramp
"I can’t thank the City of Sebastian enough for working with me on this project to restore this boat ramp back to its original name! Capt...
- May 7
- 4 min
Dr. David Rose by Mrs. Elizabeth Rose
Written as published in "More Tales of Sebastian" courtesy of the Sebastian Area Historical Society. Taken from the Stories of Early Life...
- Mar 6
- 4 min
The Kroegel Family Story
Written as published in "Tales of Sebastian" courtesy of the Sebastian Area Historical Society. The story of Gottlob Kroegel, first...
- Mar 5
- 3 min
Andrew P. Canova And Ed Marr By George Keyes
Written as published in "Tales of Sebastian" courtesy of the Sebastian Area Historical Society. In November 1858 Canova and Marr left...
- Mar 4
- 2 min
INTRODUCTION By George Ricker
Written as published in "Tales of Sebastian" courtesy of the Sebastian Area Historical Society. Those of you who live in the area between...
- Jan 30
- 2 min
SEBASTIAN CENTENNIAL 'SPECIAL'BRATION | THIRD PLACE ESSAY WINNER | DEVEREAU TATE
The City of Sebastian invited high school students from Sebastian River High School to participate in the Centennial Essay Contest —...
- Jan 30
- 3 min
BEYOND BEACHES AND TREASURE: THE CHARACTER OF SEBASTIAN | SECOND PLACE ESSAY Winner | CAITY PETERS
The City of Sebastian invited high school students from Sebastian River High School to participate in the Centennial Essay Contest —...
- Jan 30
- 3 min
WHAT MAKES SEBASTIAN SPECIAL? | FIRST PLACE ESSAY WINNER | HAILEY FRAYSER
The City of Sebastian invited high school students from Sebastian River High School to participate in the Centennial Essay Contest —...
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