October 2019

A new exhibit from the Florida Public Archaeology Network aims to remind viewers of the impact Hurricane Michael left on the Panama City area, especially its history.

“Hurricane Michael: Reshaping Florida’s Past” is a temporary exhibit that highlights the damage the Category 5 storm had on historic sites, and the efforts to save them.

“People tend to forget about storms over time,” said Mike Thomin, museum manager and research associate for FPAN. “And one thing that doesn’t get a lot of coverage is the impact on historical sites and cemeteries.”

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