The history of Naples, Florida, is amazingly rich and varied. Our region’s history dates back to the Calusa Indians, who were met by Spanish explorers in the 1500s. At the tribe’s peak ...

The grounds serve as an archeological dig site and houses a museum that teaches visitors about the Calusa tribe, the original settlers and inhabitants of Southwest Florida. Nicknamed "The Shell ...

So important were mollusks to the Calusa, they’re also known as “the Shell Indians,” since their diet, building materials and tools were largely mollusks. On piles of discarded shells up to 30 feet ...

The Calusa Land Trust’s monthly work/fun party will be held this Saturday, Feb. 8, beginning at 9 a.m., at the Calusa Canal “Bud House” Preserve. This preserve is located along the aboriginal Calusa ...