List of historic houses in Florida facts for kids

Florida is a state full of history, and one of the best ways to explore its past is by visiting its many historic houses. These special homes tell stories about the people who lived there, how they lived, and what life was like in Florida long ago. From grand mansions to cozy cottages, each house offers a unique peek into different times and cultures.

Many of these houses are preserved because they are important examples of old building styles, or because famous people once lived in them. They help us understand how Florida grew and changed over the years. Visiting them is like stepping back in time!

Historic Homes in Brevard County

Brevard County, located on Florida's east coast, is home to several interesting historic houses. These homes show us what life was like for early settlers and important families in the area.

• Benson House
• Green Gables
• H. S. Williams House
• Dr. George E. Hill House
• James Wadsworth Rossetter House
• Nannie Lee House
• Pink House
• Porcher House
• Pritchard House
• Judge George Robbins House
• Roesch House
• Spell House
• Taylor-Dunn House
• Wager House
• William H. Gleason House
• Winchester Symphony House

Historic Homes in Hillsborough County

Hillsborough County, where the city of Tampa is located, has a rich history with many preserved homes. These houses often reflect the growth of the city and its diverse communities.

• A. M. Lamb House
• A. P. Dickman House
• George Guida, Sr. House
• George McA. Miller House
• Horace T. Robles House
• House at 84 Adalia Avenue
• House at 97 Adriatic Avenue
• House at 36 Aegean Avenue
• House at 53 Aegean Avenue
• House at 59 Aegean Avenue
• House at 124 Baltic Circle
• House at 125 Baltic Circle
• House at 132 Baltic Circle
• House at 202 Blanca Avenue
• House at 220 Blanca Avenue
• House at 418 Blanca Avenue
• House at 161 Bosporous Avenue
• House at 301 Caspian Street
• House at 36 Columbia Drive
• House at 200 Corsica Avenue
• House at 116 West Davis Boulevard
• House at 131 West Davis Boulevard
• Hutchinson House (Tampa, Florida)
• Jackson Rooming House
• Johnson-Wolff House
• Leiman House
• Moseley Homestead
• Seminole Heights Residential District
• Stovall House
• Tampania House
• T. C. Taliaferro House
• William E. Curtis House

Historic Homes in Lee County

Lee County, on Florida's southwest coast, is known for its beautiful natural areas and also for some very famous historic homes.

• Edison and Ford Winter Estates

Historic Homes in Miami-Dade County

Miami-Dade County, in southeast Florida, is a vibrant area with a mix of modern and historic architecture. Its historic homes show the early development of this major city.

• William Wagner House

Historic Homes in Orange County

Orange County, in the center of Florida, is home to Orlando and has its own share of historic buildings that tell the story of its past.

• Robert Bruce Barbour House

Historic Homes in Palm Beach County

Palm Beach County, on Florida's Atlantic coast, is known for its beautiful beaches and luxurious homes, including some with significant historical importance.

• Riddle House

Historic Homes in Pinellas County

Pinellas County, on Florida's Gulf Coast, includes cities like Clearwater. It has historic homes that reflect its coastal heritage.

• Plumb House

Historic Homes in Polk County

Polk County, located in central Florida, has a rich agricultural history, and its historic homes often reflect the lives of early farmers and community leaders.

• Rev. Wm James Reid House

Historic Homes in Volusia County

Volusia County, on Florida's northeast coast, is home to Daytona Beach and has a wide variety of historic houses, from grand estates to charming cottages.

• Alexander Haynes House
• All Saints Episcopal Church (Enterprise, Florida)
• Amos Kling House
• Anderson–Price Memorial Library Building
• Ann Stevens House
• Bartholomew J. Donnelly House
• Chief Master at Arms House
• DeBary Hall
• Delos A. Blodgett House
• Dix House
• El Real Retiro
• Howard Thurman House
• John Anderson Lodge
• John B. Stetson House
• Kilkoff House
• Lippincott Mansion
• Louis P. Thursby House
• Mary McLeod Bethune Home
• Moulton–Wells House
• Nathan Cobb Cottage
• Rogers House (Daytona Beach, Florida)
• Rowallan
• Seminole Rest
• Seth French House
• Stockton-Lindquist House
• Talahloka
• The Abbey (Daytona Beach, Florida)
• The Casements
• Cypress Street Elementary School
• The Hammocks
• The Porches

See also

• List of historic houses
• National Register of Historic Places listings in Florida