Eldora House

Historical marker location:

7611 S Atlantic Avenue, New Smyrna Beach, Florida

( Marker can be reached from South Atlantic Avenue, 2 miles south of Trout Avenue.)

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The Everglades, one of Florida's most iconic natural landmarks, was not always a protected area. In fact, it was once considered a worthless swamp and was drained and developed for agricultural purposes in the early 20th century.