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Pineapple Jam Returns With Live Music, Open Bars and a Cause Worth Celebrating
Where History Meets Island Energy Pineapple Jam Brings Music Flavor and Community Together at Stranahan House on April 10th.
February 23rd, 2026
Fort Lauderdale’s past meets a night of island-inspired celebration as the Historic Stranahan House Museum transforms into a tropical escape for Pineapple Jam on Friday, April 10.
From 6:30 to 10 p.m., guests will step into a laid-back paradise along the scenic New River, where swaying palms, live music, open bars, and flavorful bites set the tone for one of the city’s most anticipated annual events. More than 300 community leaders and supporters, dressed in tropical chic, will gather for an evening that blends fun, culture, and purpose.
Set against the backdrop of Broward County’s oldest home, Pineapple Jam delivers more than just a party. Guests can explore raffle prizes and bid on unique items and exclusive experiences during the silent auction, all while celebrating the rich history that helped shape Fort Lauderdale.
Co-chaired by Marianna Seiler DeJager and Brianna Reeves, Pineapple Jam serves as the Historic Stranahan House Museum’s largest annual fundraiser. The 2026 event will once again honor individuals and partners whose dedication continues to elevate the region’s cultural and civic landscape through preservation, education, and community impact. Honorees will be announced soon.
Proceeds from the evening directly support the museum’s year-round preservation efforts and educational programming. Built in 1901, the Stranahan House stands as the birthplace of Fort Lauderdale, once home to pioneer businessman Frank Stranahan and the area’s first schoolteacher, Ivy Cromartie Stranahan. Since opening as a museum in 1984, it has remained a cornerstone of the city’s history and cultural identity.
Sponsorship opportunities ranging from $1,500 to $7,500 are available for those looking to play a larger role in supporting the event and its mission.
The 2026 Pineapple Jam committee includes Whitney Dutton, Lindsay Lehn, Sarah Lis, Maggie Gunther, Daphne Shephard Karl, Yoni Anijar, Karla Guadamuz-Davis, Caroline Carrara, Karen Polivka, Susan Markowitz-Lewis, Tara Moras, and Abbie Lipton.
Event Details
Friday, April 10
6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Historic Stranahan House Museum
335 SE 6th Avenue
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Individual tickets are $175.
Complimentary parking is available at the Riverside Hotel, 620 E. Las Olas Blvd.
For additional information or to purchase tickets, visit stranahanhouse.org/pineapple-jam-2026 or contact Executive Director Jennifer Belt at 954-524-4736 or director@stranahanhouse.org.
About the Historic Stranahan House Museum
The Historic Stranahan House Museum is Broward County’s oldest surviving structure and a cornerstone of Fort Lauderdale’s origin story. Over the years, it has served as a trading post, post office, town hall, and family home. Today, it preserves and shares the legacy of Frank and Ivy Stranahan while welcoming more than 30,000 visitors annually, including thousands of local students.
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