Located in the historic Triangle Inn
351 S. Nassau St.
Venice, FL 34285 across from West Blalock Park
(941) 486-2487

The mission of the Venice Archives and Area Historical Collection is to collect and preserve historical and archeological material relating to Venice and the communities of Nokomis, Laurel and Osprey, whose histories have all been interwoven from 1867 to the present time. Permanent displays include exhibits regarding the life of Dr. Fred Albee and local fossils collected by Roy and Helen Burgess. A special exhibit is changed periodically.

To access the collection online, click here.

Current Exhibit:
Venice Army Air Base

This exhibit of memorabilia from the World War II days at what is now Venice Municipal Airport at the Triangle Inn, opening reception Feb. 23, 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. The display continues through April 28.

For more information, contact Director of Historical Resources James Hagler: jhagler@ci.venice.fl.us