The Cape Coral Museum of History will present three programs in its speaker series in March.

On Tuesday, March 7, from 5-6:30 p.m., Pine Island resident and award-winning author Robert Macomber will present “The Great Escape,” a riveting tale of Confederate Secretary of State Judah P. Benjamin’s epic escape in 1865 to freedom through the islands of Southwest Florida.

The first three books and the latest book in his “Honor Series” will be available for purchase in the Museum Store. The talk will be held at the Cape Coral Museum of History with a book signing to follow.

Then on Tuesday, March 14, from 5-6:30 p.m., Cape Coral Friends of the Wildlife Burrowing Owl advocate Beverly Saltonstall will give a talk about burrowing owls and her new book titled, “Cape Coral Burrowing Owls Don’t Hoot.” The presentation will be held at the Cape Coral Museum of History.

Florida Public Archaeology Network’s Natalie De La Torre Salas will give a presentation Tuesday, March 28, from 5-6:30 p.m., titled “Who Made the Florida Everglades,” which explores the geological and cultural history of the Everglades. In particular, she will look at the role of early Native Americans and initial tree island formations. The presentation will be held at the Cape Coral Museum of History.

This event is in conjunction with Florida Archaeology Month and Calusa Coast program. Space is limited for all speakers. RSVP required.

The Cape Coral Museum of History is at 544 Cultural Park Blvd., next to Cultural Park Theatre. For additional information, call 239-772-7037.