Timeline of Pinellas County, Florida history

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Pinellas County Courthouse Clearwater, Florida
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The Pier
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Boatramps at Caledesi Island State Park

Timeline of Pinellas County, Florida history.

900–1842

1843–1906

1907–1945

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View over a boat ramp on Boca Ciega Bay
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Egrets at Treasure Island, Florida.

1946–present

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Museum of Fine Arts St. Petersburg
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Salvador Dali Museum St. Petersburg
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Barbara S. Ponce Public Library exterior

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