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.
Did you know the oldest continuously inhabited European settlement in the mainland us is in Florida? If you’re remotely interested in history, you probably knew that. How about that there are dozens of forts from the Civil and Seminole Wars throughout the state? Or literally hundreds of Indian mounds? Florida is one of the most…
St. Augustine, Florida, founded in 1565, is the oldest continuously inhabited European-established settlement in the United States. With its Spanish colonial architecture, cobblestone streets, and rich blend of cultures, the city offers a deep connection to America’s earliest days. Its strategic location made it a pivotal point of defense and trade, shaping the course of…
Islands form in a number of ways. Some are born overnight while others take decades or even centuries to form. How islands form depends a great deal on where the island is located. Islands in coastal regions form as sandbars while those in volcanic areas will form from rock and lava. Islands are classified in…