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Summer Nights Lecture Series | A House of Their Own: Women’s Stories, Preservation and Interpretation
Thursdays | 6 – 8 PM | Free Program | Ages 13+
Be immersed in history as we explore Ocala’s and Florida’s past. Each week different topics will be presented by professionals in the natural and historical resource fields.
Hannah Rose & Emily Ward, Ximenez-Fatio House Museum
“A House of Their Own: Women’s Stories, Preservation and Interpretation”
A dynamic lecture led by two dedicated women from the Ximenez-Fatio House Museum in St. Augustine. Join these passionate leaders as they share their work preserving history in the nation’s oldest city. Through their insights, you’ll hear the powerful stories of the women who shaped the community—supporting families, building foundations, and creating lasting legacies—while also discovering how their efforts continue to inspire and guide those who steward this history today.
About Hannah Rose:
Hannah Rose has been part of the Ximenez-Fatio House Museum team since January 2021. Originally from Southwest Florida, she moved to St. Augustine in 2020 to study Public History at Flagler College, where she worked as both a docent and an archival intern. Today, Hannah manages the museum store, membership program, and administrative operations. She enjoys connecting with visitors and finding new ways to make the museum feel welcoming and engaging, especially for tourists and the St. Augustine community.
About Emily Ward:
Emily Ward has been with the Ximenez-Fatio House Museum since January 2021. She moved to St. Augustine in 2018 to attend Flagler College, where she majored in Public History. Emily has been very involved with the museum’s tours, programs, and archives, and she loves bringing history to life for the guests. Her goal is to continue growing the museum’s audience by caring for the collection and using it, along with the museum’s fascinating history to build new, engaging programs.