Friday, November 5, 2010

Really old Florida

The term "Old Florida" generally denotes Florida the way it was at least two generations ago. It's a Florida from the 1950's and earlier with roadside attractions, hamburger stands and other reminders of a yesteryear that are quickly vanishing.


Below are some examples of "Old Florida". I will be adding more 
as we discover other locations that are worthy of this 

designation. Check the link on the site below to view:


  • Florida Fly Wheelers: Restored tractors, cars and equipment in Ft. Meade. Old Fashioned Village
  • Honey Stand: from the 1940's, near Palatka.
  • The Yearling: dining remnant from the 50's, near Gainesville
  • Train Ride: aboard train cars from the '50s in Parrish
  • Chateau de Lafayette: Restored courthouse, now an inn.
  • Skinny's Place: another hamburger stand from the '50s.
  • Marsh Landing Restaurant: Landmark in the tiny town of Fellsmere.
  • Sea Sea Riders: Dunedin
  • Ferndale Lodge: Bayside lodge from the '50s
  • Lawrence Grocery: in the tiny town of Two Egg in NW Florida.
  • Marjorie Rawlings: writer's homestead from the '40s.
  • Spring Creek Inn: Restaurant on Florida's Forgotten Coast.
  • Ivy House: Restaurant in Williston, near Gainseville.
  • Chipley: Small Railroad town west of Tallahassee.
  • Micanopy: "Little town that time forgot" near Ocala.
  • Havana: Small antiquing town north of Tallahassee.

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