About the Historical Society
Documents America's first Spanish settlement and five flags that flew over Pensacola. Operates museums in restored historic structures throughout downtown district.
Pensacola, Florida, holds a distinctive place in American history. A Spanish expedition led by Tristán de Luna established a settlement on Pensacola Bay in 1559, and the city is widely known as the "City of Five Flags" because Spain, France, Great Britain, the Confederate States, and the United States have all governed it over the centuries. The Pensacola Historical Society has worked to document and share this layered colonial and American heritage, which is preserved across the city's historic downtown district.
Planning Your Visit
The Pensacola Historical Society has historically been located at 115 East Zaragoza Street in Pensacola's historic district, an area rich with preserved 19th-century structures and museums. Because programming, hours, and the status of local history museums in downtown Pensacola can change over time, visitors are encouraged to confirm current hours, locations, and tour availability before planning a trip to the area.
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