September 19, 2026
Map of Hillsborough County including what is now Pinellas County before the split in 1912. Heritage Village Map Collection. MAPS.PIN.01.001. Heritage Village Library & Archives Special Collection, Largo, Florida.
Join us for an engaging and educational program that delves into a pivotal chapter of Pinellas County’s past—its remarkable journey toward establishing its own distinct identity and sense of community. Through storytelling, historical records, and local perspectives, we’ll uncover the events, people, and turning points that shaped Pinellas County’s path to independence and self-governance.
This program invites participants to reflect on the challenges, debates, and triumphs that defined this transformation—from the region’s early development and separation from Hillsborough County to its growth as a vibrant, forward-thinking community. Whether you’re a longtime resident, student of history, or simply curious about how our county came to be, this session offers an opportunity to connect with the roots of the place we call home and to better understand how our shared history continues to influence the present.