ABOUT OUR 3RD ON 3RD PROGRAM
Every third Friday on 3rd Street, the Amelia Island Museum of History hosts historians, authors, and other experts for a thought-provoking lecture on local or regional history. These hour-long lectures range from Florida’s statehood to the history of toys; live oral histories to Yamasee princes. 3rd on 3rd lectures are on the third Friday of every month at 6 pm. Snacks and beverages are available.
UPCOMING PROGRAM
Exhibit Opening & Italian Immigration to Amelia Island with Raffaella Marie Rizzo
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Friday, April 17th at 6pm
Join us April 17th for our next 3rd on 3rd!!
Many travelers end up in Italy at some point. They often report that it’s a beautiful country: warm people, fascinating history and architecture, and a desire to return. Yet, four million Italians left to find a better life in “America.” Did you know Italian immigration extended beyond just New York and Boston? Some Italians came to the US South, mostly to fill agricultural jobs previously held by enslaved people. Italians settled in the Mississippi Delta, in Florida, and even on Amelia Island.
At this month’s 3rd on 3rd, Marie will be discussing the wave of immigration, specifically Italian immigration, that occurred from the 1800s through the early 1900s to Fernandina Beach, and how it helped establish the modern shrimping industry.
This evening’s event includes an Exhibit Opening (see the graphics) with a total suggested donation of $5 for Members and $10 for Non-Members.
Attendance is free for members and a suggested donation of $5 for nonmembers. Seating is limited on a first come, first served basis. This program is wheelchair accessible.
For more information contact the Tirik Peterson at 904-261-7378 x102 or tirik@AmeliaMuseum.org.
This program will stream on our Twitch Channel and will be available on YouTube afterwards.
For Future Programs check out our Event Calendar
PAST PROGRAMS
Bourbon: Tasting with a Splash of History
With Larry Bonnett
March 2026
Bourbon enthusiast Larry Bonnett will guided guests through the fascinating origins of American bourbon, explained the key differences between major bourbon styles, and shared insights that will help you better appreciate what’s in your glass.
Visit our YouTube Channel for more of our 3rd on 3rd Program videos
For questions or for more information please contact Curator Tirik Peterson via phone at
904.261.7378 x102 or via email at tirik@ameliamuseum.org