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A Forgotten People, A Forgotten Place: The Story of Rye

This presentation will follow the history of Rye, a ghost town in East Manatee County, from its beginnings in the late 1800s through the present day. You will also learn about the key individuals from the settlement's story, the years following the end of the town, the physical reminders of the past, and about the area as it exists in the modern day.

Date:
Friday, April 24, 2026
Time:
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Time Zone:
Eastern Time - US & Canada (change)
Library Branch:
Rocky Bluff Branch Library
Location:
Meeting Room
Audience:
  Adults (18+)  
Categories:
  AMERICA 250     Education     History/Local History/Archives  

Registration is required. There are no seats available but a waiting list is available.

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