History buffs, this is the place for you! Find all things Florida history here, from prehistoric times to the 20th century. We explore Indian mounds, historic rivers, the oldest towns in Florida, and so much more. Florida is filled with a number of “firsts” and big names who made important discoveries or inventions here.
Crystal River Archaeological State Park occupies a little over 60 acres on the north side of Crystal River and adjacent to Crystal River Preserve State Park. It’s an important part of our local, state, and even national history as a ceremonial mound site which drew visitors from hundreds of miles away in pre-Columbian times. The…
Fort Clinch State Park is a 1,400 acre state park at the northernmost end of Amelia Island in Northeast Florida. It’s named for the historic fort which overlooks the St. Mary River. While the fort is one reason to visit, this state park offers great activities for everyone in the family, whether you’re a nature…
Henry B. Plant Museum sits on the western shore of the Hillsborough River in downtown Tampa, its Middle Eastern minarets pointing skyward. The five-story brick building now serves as a museum and administrative offices for the University of Tampa. However, it was once the most opulent hotel in Tampa. The Plant Museum’s history and its…
The history of Ybor City takes this Tampa neighborhood from humble beginnings to today’s nightlife hotspot. The story of the immigrants who built this part of Tampa acts a microcosm of many immigrant-built cities across the United States. Ybor City’s history is at once unique and a story told over and over the past two…
Are you thinking of visiting Ybor City Museum State Park? Hi there, history lovers! If you’re looking for a fascinating and fun place to visit in Tampa, Florida, you can’t go wrong visiting the Ybor City Museum State Park. I visited this state park in the heart of historic Ybor City with friends and fellow history…