National Register Listings in
Alachua County, Florida

Anderson Hall Axline House Bailey, Maj. James B., House Baird Hardware Company Warehouse Bethlehem Presbyterian Church Boulware Spring Waterworks Branch, Dan, House Bryan Hall Buckman Hall City of Alachua Downtown Historic District Cox Family Log House Cox Furniture Warehouse Dixie Hotel, Hotel Kelley Dudley Farm Engineering Industries Building Epworth Hall Evinston Community Store and Post Office Flint Hall Floyd Hall Hawthorne Cemetery High Springs Historic District Hotel Thomas Hub, The Island Grove Masonic Lodge No. 125 Jones, A. Quinn, House Kanapaha Liberty Hill Schoolhouse Library East Masonic Temple Matheson House McKenzie, Mary Phifer, House Melrose Historic District Micanopy Historic District Neilson House Newberry Historic District Newell Hall Northeast Gainesville Residential District Old Gainesville Depot Old Mount Carmel Baptist Church Peabody Hall Pleasant Street Historic District Proctor, Carlos and Marjorie Log House and Cottage Rawlings, Marjorie Kinnan, House and Farm Yard Rochelle School Rolfs Hall Shady Grove Primitive Baptist Church Southeast Gainesville Residential District Star Garage Stephens House Thomas Hall U.S. Post Office University Evangelical Lutheran Church Complex University of Florida Campus Historic District Waldo Historic District Weil-Cassisi House Winecoff House Women's Gymnasium WRUF Radio Station, Old Yonge, P. K., Laboratory School, Old Yulee-Mallory-Reid Dormitory Complex
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.
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Alachua County, located in northern Florida, has a rich history that dates back thousands of years. The area was originally inhabited by Native American tribes, including the Timucua and Seminole people. They relied on the fertile soil and abundant water sources for their sustenance and developed intricate cultural practices.

In the 16th century, Spanish explorers ventured into the region, establishing missions and attempting to colonize the area. However, conflicts with the Native Americans and the lack of resources hindered their efforts. The territory eventually came under British control in the late 18th century, followed by transfer to the United States after the Revolutionary War.

During the mid-19th century, Alachua County experienced a boom as many settlers arrived, drawn by the promise of fertile lands for farming and the expanding railroad system. The city of Gainesville, Alachua County's seat, was established in 1854 and became an economic and cultural hub in the region.

However, the county also faced turbulent times during the Civil War, with significant impact and casualties endured. The University of Florida was founded in Gainesville in 1905, marking a turning point for education and intellectual growth in the region. Today, Alachua County continues to thrive as a diverse and dynamic community, preserving its history while embracing progress and growth.

This timeline provides a condensed summary of the historical journey of Alachua County, Florida.

  • 1824 - Alachua County is established on December 29, 1824, as Florida's first inland county.
  • 1832 - The first courthouse in the county is constructed in Newnansville.
  • 1837 - Newnansville becomes the county seat.
  • 1853 - Gainesville is established as a railroad depot, leading to the decline of Newnansville.
  • 1868 - Gainesville becomes the county seat.
  • 1905 - The University of Florida is established in Gainesville.
  • 1915 - The Seagle Building, the first skyscraper in Gainesville, is completed.
  • 1930s - The Great Depression impacts the county, leading to economic struggles.
  • 1950s - Growth of the University of Florida and postwar development fuel population growth.
  • 1969 - Santa Fe Community College is established.
  • 1990s - A period of rapid growth and urbanization begins.
  • 2001 - Celebration Pointe, a major mixed-use development, breaks ground.