“The Gilded Age of Ormond Beach” by Alice R. & Ronald L. Howell

Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026 | 2:00 - 3:30pm

This lecture profiles the monumental task early pioneers encountered here in the unsettled wilderness along the Halifax River in the late 1880s, and chronicles the visionary men - John Anderson, Joseph Price and John Andrew Bostrom - who helped shape Ormond Beach’s “Gilded Age" era.

This lecture is FREE but registration is requested as seats are limited.

About the Speakers

Ron and Alice Howell are reenactors, historians, and authors who have dedicated more than 30 years to researching and documenting the rich and profound history of Ormond Beach. The couple has written and self-published over a dozen local history books and served on several local historical organizations. Their presentations include historical memorabilia and well-researched facts, along with an assortment of film clips, flip-book shorts, and historical experiences.

About the Series

This free lecture is part of OMAM's "America at 250: Florida’s History Through Power, People & Place" series.

Funding for this program was provided through a grant from Florida Humanities with funds from the National Endowment for the Humanities: Democracy demands wisdom. Additional support is provided by the Jacarlene Foundation. Any views, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this program do not necessarily represent those of Florida Humanities, the National Endowment for the Humanities, or the Jacarlene Foundation.