Tour of historic Micanopy, Florida
Come with me as I explore Micanopy, Florida. The oldest town in the interior of Florida. The downtown historic district is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It is also known for being the filming location of Doc Hollywood and Cross Creek. The town's slogan is The Town that Time Forgot.
The history and beauty of Micanopy, Florida
Just south of Gainesville is a small town with lots of history. Dating back to 1821, Micanopy is Florida’s oldest continually inhabited community in the interior of the state.
Known for its antique stores and unique restaurants, downtown Micanopy, with its oak tree canopy shadowing old brick and frame buildings is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
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Micanopy is Florida oldest inland city.
While camping at Silver Springs State Park with good friends, they mentioned this little town just north of us that's kind of stuck back in time. As we heard more about this town we decided to visit.
It has a beautiful blend of oak trees standing like waving fans of Spanish moss and a commercial district proudly maintaining its historic heritage. The town was founded in 1821 and is believed to be the oldest inland town in Florida. It was named for Chief Micanopy of the Seminole Nation and it was on the pages of Southern Living and wooed filmmakers for years. (some of the films; Doc Hollywood and Cross Creek).
Sometimes called “the little town that time forgot,” Micanopy is located in just twenty minutes south of Gainesville near Tuscawilla Lake and the National Natural Landmark Paynes Prairie Preserve. The Seminole people were remnants of the Southern Creek Nation whose name is derived from a Creek word meaning “runaway.” The Seminoles
Micanopy” which come from the Creek word for “Head Chief.” or High Chief
A stroll down Main Street in Micanopy is a mixture of commerce including a beautiful Greek revival mansion with massive columns Herlong Mansion Website: HERLONG.COM and the museum housing the Micanopy Historical Society.
When his store building uptown burned in 1911, J.E. Thrasher, Sr. moved his groceries, furniture, and dry goods into the warehouse and operated his business from it until he completed the two-story brick building in the next block.
Today, the property is owned by the town of Micanopy, Florida and is the home of the Micanopy Historical Society Museum. The warehouse was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1983.
On an empty lot next to an old warehouse there's an abandoned 1955 Plymouth Station wagon, that makes you feel you are back in that era, like time travel.
A variety of shops selling everything from antique collectibles, books, and ice cream to organic food and household products.
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In 1539 Spanish conquistador and explorer Hernando De Soto noted a Timucuan Indian village at the site of present-day Micanopy. Over two hundred years later, the American naturalist William Bartram recorded his impressions of a proto-Seminole village named Cuscowilla in this same locale.
By the time Spain ceded its Florida provinces to the U.S. in 1821, the newly constructed hamlet of Micanopy became the first distinct United States town in the Florida Territory. One of the founders was Moses Elias Levy, a wealthy businessman and philanthropist who was involved in West Indies shipping and other interests. He came to the United States in 1820.[4]
Named after a Seminole chief, the village of Micanopy was built under the auspices of the Florida Association of New York (the earliest Florida development corporation, headquartered in Manhattan).[5] Chief Micanopy lived about 60 miles (97 km) south in present-day Sumter County. In 1821 when the territorial village was developed, a faction of Miccosukee Indians lived in the immediate area. The historian C. S. Monaco has suggested that the town was named after Micanopy to appease the chief and acknowledge his original authority over the land.[6]
Both Fort Defiance (1835–1836) and Fort Micanopy (1837–1843) were located here during the Second Seminole War. Some of the bloodiest battles of that war took place along the road southwest from Fort Micanopy to Fort Wacahoota, just inside modern Alachua County. A recent archaeological study has verified both forts as well as the location of two battlefields within the town limits: the Battle of Micanopy and the Battle of Welika Pond (1836).
Micanopy's historic district was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1983. The home of Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings, where she wrote The Yearling and Cross Creek, is in nearby Cross Creek. The house is now a museum.
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Micanopy is located at 29°30′23″N 82°16′55″W.[7]
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 1.1 square miles (2.8 km2). 1.0 square mile (2.6 km2) of it is land and 0.1 square miles (0.26 km2) of it (4.63%) is water.
Micanopy, Florida
The Town of Micanopy encompasses 1.03 square miles near the Alachua-Marion County line in rural north-central Florida between Gainesville (home of the University of Florida) and Ocala (the horse capital of the world). Micanopy’s 615 residents occupy 300 residences. The beautiful southern community was named for Seminole Chief Micanopy (ca.1780-1849).
The ancient oaks clothed in Spanish moss enfold Micanopy’s narrow streets and dirt lanes and provide shade and Southern ambiance for visitors and families that have lived here for generations. Micanopy’s appeal is based on its rich, sometimes savage history. Florida’s aboriginal records show that Hernando De Soto encountered an early Timucua Indian Village here in 1539 and later, Pennsylvania botanist William Bartram visited a Cuscowilla village on this site in 1774. Micanopy is the oldest inland town in Florida, having been included in a land grant made by the King of Spain in 1817 to Don Fernando de la Maza Arrendondo of Havana and St. Augustine. Founded after Spain relinquished Florida to the United States in 1821, Micanopy became the first distinct American town in the new territory. Originally an Indian trading post, Micanopy was built under the auspices of the Florida Association of New York. A leading member of this company, Moses E. Levy, along with Edward Wanton, a former Anglo-Spanish Indian trader, played important roles here. In 1822, a select group of settlers and skilled craftsmen departed New York harbor and set sail for Florida. After disembarking on the banks of the St. Johns River (at the site of present day Palatka), and with the added labor of 15 slaves, these men forged a 45 mile road with eight bridges to Micanopy—a vital new pathway into the interior. These first settlers arrived on February 12, 1823, and were in close contact with both Seminole and Miccosukee Indians, as well as the black descendants of runaway slaves who resided among them. This initial period was one of relative peace. Micanopy means “head chief,” a title awarded to the leader of the Alachua Seminoles. For a time, this frontier hamlet was also known informally as “Wantons.”
The onset of the Second Seminole War in December 1835 caused great devastation. Nearby sugar plantations and homesteads were burned and entire families sought the safety of Micanopy, which had been barricaded with log pickets and renamed Fort Defiance by the military. During the summer of 1836, the Battle of Micanopy and the Battle of Welika Pond took place here. On August 24, with most soldiers sick or wounded, the US Army evacuated the fort and town and all buildings were intentionally burned. Afterward, Fort Micanopy was erected in 1837. The town was rebuilt after the Seminole War, with few of the original inhabitants returning. Cotton replaced sugar as a staple crop and cattle production assumed new importance. Following the Civil War and with the advent of the railroad, the Micanopy area became known as the “leading orange and vegetable growing section of Florida.” After a freeze in 1894-95, orange cultivation was curtailed, but farmers continued to flourish by growing winter vegetables for northern markets. By the 1920’s, truck farming was largely displaced by the lumber and turpentine industries. Many of the town’s larger surviving homes reflect the previous era of agricultural prosperity.
Today, excavations and preservation initiatives pay tribute to the Town’s historic past with the search for artifacts in residents’ yards. A local park, the Micanopy Native American Heritage Preserve, protects an Indian mound.
Dedicated on the National Register of Historic Places in 1983, Cholokka Boulevard, once an Indian trading route, is Micanopy’s main street, and the Town’s primary tourist destination known for its antique shops. Micanopy’s eclectic mix of authentic rustic storefronts lure casual shoppers, collectors, seasonal scouts from all over the country, and Hollywood film makers (1991 Doc Hollywood, 1983 Cross Creek, and most recently, The History Channel’s 2014 Top Gear). The nationally lauded Greek revival mansion, the Herlong Mansion Bed & Breakfast (1915), is known for providing Southern hospitality. A two-story brick schoolhouse (1895) houses Micanopy Town Hall, the Town Commission Chambers, and the Micanopy branch of the Alachua County Library District. Across the street, the wood-planked Thrasher Warehouse (1896) boasts the Micanopy Historical Society Museum and the Micanopy Archives showcasing the relevance of earlier times for historians, genealogists, and students. Numerous historic homes and old cracker houses add to the picturesque warm
Thank you to the Herlong Bed and Breakfast for being so accomodating.
WALKING TOUR OF MAIN STREET IN MICANOPY FLORIDA.AVI
WALKING TOUR OF MICANOPY FLORIDA
Main Streeet, Micanopy Florida
Micanopy was founded in the 1820's and was a railroad town. Its roots go back further than that, with an Indian settlement nearby and explorations of the William Bartram, the botanist from Philadelphia. Imagine the difficulty of exploration in the 18th century! As with most of North Florida, lumbering was important too. Micanopy lies between Gainesville to the North and Ocala to the South. Right now, it's home to several antique stores...appropriate for the style of the community.
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Walking Micanopy | Oldest inland town in Florida & Florida's antiques capital
Micanopy, a place where the town's slogan is The Town that Time Forgot is Florida's self-proclaimed antiques capital.
Located in Alachua County, Florida, United States, it has a downtown that is designated as a historic district, listed on the National Register of Historic Places and named in honor of a Seminole Indian chief and settled in 1821.
Micanopy is the oldest inland town in Florida, having been included in a land grant made by the King of Spain in 1817 to Don Fernando de la Maza Arrendondo of Havana and St. Augustine.
Features dozens of antiques shops, many on tree-lined Cholokka Boulevard. It is also known for being the filming location of the 1991 romantic comedy, Doc Hollywood.
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Police chase 2016, Micanopy, Florida
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Micanopy, Florida, United States, November 4, 2016 - ACSO Deputies and Officers from the Gainesville Police Department were dispatched to the area of the Sweetwater Branch Preserve off SE 16th Avenue at SE Williston Rd to the report of an individual who had been shot. GPD Officers spotted the suspect vehicle at the intersection of SW 16th Ave and SW 13th St. and attempted to stop it. The suspect fled and ACSO Deputies took over the police chase which stretched down US441 into the the City of Micanopy where Deputy Marvin Gunn was eventually able to end the police chase. The suspect was taken into custody.
This is another demonstration of the great teamwork between your local law enforcement agencies and the high caliber of training that goes into safeguarding our communities! Because of their efforts another criminal is off the streets.
The suspect in this case is facing several felony charges including Fleeing and Eluding, Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon and Aggravated Battery with a Deadly Weapon. Additional charges may result. The victim sustained a non-life-threatening gunshot wound and is recovering at a local hospital.
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Help Restore the Historic Montgomery Wall in Micanopy, Florida: Brick Cleaning Work Party
Please donate to help us reach our $2,000 goal to repair and preserve the Montgomery Wall, one of the most noteworthy and unique historic structures here in 'Our Little Town that Time Forgot,' Micanopy, FL. micanopyhptrust@gmail.com.escription
Abandoned Naval Air Gunnery School Building in Duval County
While exploring around in the woods at Cecil Field Recreational Area I found this abandoned building. During WWII this was a part of a Naval Air Gunnery School. It was called Yellow Water Naval Air Gunnery School. I am currently researching this place but so far I have learned the place existed in the early 1940's and was abandoned later in the same decade. Check out this post for some historical photos and information -
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Top 10 Prettiest Towns in United States
Do you live in one of the America’s prettiest cities? It’s impossible to say what’s “best” for everyone, of course. But where’s the fun in not trying? Here, below is our list of top 10 prettiest towns in United States. These beautiful towns are not only thriving economically, they’ve also got all you could want in a place to raise a family: plenty of green space, good schools, and a strong sense of community.
10. Edgartown, Massachusetts
Edgartown is a town located on Martha’s Vineyard in Dukes County, Massachusetts, United States. It is the county seat of Dukes County. Widely known as an exclusive enclave for the affluent and famous, the island is at its most charming in Edgartown, the largest and most expensive community on the Vineyard.
9. Key West, Florida
Closer to Cuba than it is to the mainland United States, Key West exudes a laid-back and casual vibe that is different than almost any other town in the country. It’s a place that marches to its own (usually steel) drummer.
8. Longview, Washington
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7. Athens, Georgia
A university town that enjoyed a small measure of renown in the ‘80s and ‘90s, thanks to a fertile music scene which gave birth to the B-52s and R.E.M., among others. Athens is earning a more recent reputation as a post-industrial success story.
6. Tarrytown, New York
Tarrytown’s rich history, including being a throughway on the Underground Railroad, name-dropped by Washington Irving in “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow,” and, later, one of the preferred Upstate getaways for New York’s rich and powerful, is visible wherever you go in this Hudson River-side town
5. Fort Benton, Montana
Fort Benton is a city in and the county seat of Chouteau County, Montana, United States. A portion of the city was designated as a National Historic Landmark District in 1961. Established in 1846, a full generation before the U.S. Civil War, Fort Benton is one of the oldest settlements in the American West. Founded as a fur-trading post in 1847, the town flourished well into the 1860s, when the Gold Rush cash was flowing back eastward.
4. Breckenridge, Colorado
In a state known for its charming alpine ski towns, Breckenridge stands out both for its stunning vistas, charming streets, family-friendly vibe and – most importantly, for many visitors – unsurpassed proximity to a wide variety of world-class ski options. With giant peaks, more than 150 trails.
3. Gatlinburg, Tennessee
With its charming, quaint old buildings in the centre of town, its dramatic mountain backdrop and the only ski resort in Tennessee, Gatlinburg has become a popular tourist destination for regional fun-seekers.
2. Camden, Maine
Camden is a famous summer colony in the Mid-Coast region of Maine. Similar to Bar Harbor, Nantucket and North Haven, Camden is well known for its summer community of wealthy Northeasterners, mostly from Boston, New York and Philadelphia. “It’s like a movie set. In fact, it has often been a movie set.”
1. Newport, Rhode Island
Known for being the city of some of the “Summer White Houses”. Like a town stuck in time but with the occasional hole in the space-time continuum to allow for modern touches, Newport, with its stunning harbor and bevy of old homes, is the quintessential New England town. Newport’s fame began as a 19th century summertime visitors’ magnet of a town, and it still reliably draws in clusters of visitors, both for the daytime shopping, eating, and sightseeing options
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