Formed in 1984 by descendants of original settlers who came to the area one hundred years before, the CVHS has become a focal point in the community. Helping preserve both the historical structures in the community and the unique way of life.
Working together with other community organizations CVHS has been instrumental in having the community registered as a Historic District on the State and National Register of Historic Places, preserving wetlands, restoration of original Cortez Community School and moving and restoring the 1890 Waterfront "Burton" Store. CVHS was also a driving force in the creation of FISH, (Florida Institute for Saltwater Heritage) and the Florida Maritime Museum in Cortez. CVHS helps sponsor a Natives Picnic each year for the community.
Working together with other community organizations CVHS has been instrumental in having the community registered as a Historic District on the State and National Register of Historic Places, preserving wetlands, restoration of original Cortez Community School and moving and restoring the 1890 Waterfront "Burton" Store.
CVHS was also a driving force in the creation of FISH, (Florida Institute for Saltwater Heritage) and the Florida Maritime Museum in Cortez. CVHS helps sponsor a Natives Picnic each year for the community.