National Register of Historic Places listings in Indian River County, Florida Facts for Kids

Indian River County is on Florida's east coast.

Have you ever wondered about the old buildings and special places in your town? Many of these places have amazing stories! In Indian River County, there are many historic sites that are so important, they are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This is a special list kept by the United States government. It helps protect places that are important to history, architecture, or culture.

There are 32 places in Indian River County on this list. One of them is even a National Historic Landmark, which is an even higher honor! Let's explore some of these cool historic spots.

Historic Places in Indian River County

Driftwood Inn and Restaurant

The Driftwood Inn and Restaurant in Vero Beach is a very unique place. It was built using real driftwood and other salvaged materials! Imagine staying in a hotel made from pieces of old ships and trees. It's a fun and quirky spot right by the ocean.

The unique Driftwood Inn in Vero Beach.

Marian Fell Library

The Marian Fell Library in Fellsmere is more than just a place to read books. It's a historic building that has served the community for many years. Libraries are important because they help people learn and connect.

The historic Marian Fell Library.

Fellsmere Public School

The Fellsmere Public School building in Fellsmere reminds us of how schools used to look. It's a part of the town's history and shows how education has grown over time.

The old Fellsmere Public School building.

Judge Henry F. Gregory House

The Judge Henry F. Gregory House in Vero Beach was once home to an important judge. Historic homes like this give us a peek into how people lived in the past.

The Judge Henry F. Gregory House.

Hallstrom House

The Hallstrom House in Vero Beach is a historic farmstead. It shows what life was like for early farmers in the area. You can imagine what it was like to live and work on a farm long ago.

The Hallstrom House and farmstead.

Old Indian River County Courthouse

The Old Indian River County Courthouse in Vero Beach was where important legal decisions were made. Courthouses are often grand buildings that represent justice and law in a community.

The Old Indian River County Courthouse.

Jungle Trail

The Jungle Trail is a historic road on Orchid Island. It's a beautiful, scenic route that takes you through natural areas. It shows how people traveled and explored the region a long time ago.

A peaceful stretch of the historic Jungle Trail.

McKee Botanical Garden

The McKee Botanical Garden in Vero Beach is a stunning place filled with plants and beautiful landscapes. It was once a famous "jungle garden" attraction. It's a great example of how nature and design can come together.

Inside the beautiful McKee Botanical Garden.

Old Palmetto Hotel

The Old Palmetto Hotel in Vero Beach was a place where travelers would stay. Hotels like this played a big role in the growth of towns as more people came to visit or live.

The historic Old Palmetto Hotel.

Old Vero Beach Community Building

The Old Vero Beach Community Building was a central spot for people to gather. Community buildings are important because they bring people together for events, meetings, and fun.

The Old Vero Beach Community Building.

Pelican Island National Wildlife Refuge

Pelican Island National Wildlife Refuge near Sebastian is a very special place. It was the very first National Wildlife Refuge in the United States! It was created to protect birds like pelicans from being hunted. It's a huge step in wildlife conservation.

Pelicans at Pelican Island National Wildlife Refuge.

Pueblo Arcade

The Pueblo Arcade in Vero Beach is an interesting building with a unique architectural style. Arcades often housed shops and businesses, making them busy centers of town life.

The Pueblo Arcade building.

Sebastian Grammar and Junior High School

The Sebastian Grammar and Junior High School building in Sebastian is another historic school. Today, it's part of the Sebastian City Hall complex and even houses a museum!

The old Sebastian Grammar and Junior High School.

Archie Smith Wholesale Fish Company

The Archie Smith Wholesale Fish Company in Sebastian shows the importance of the fishing industry in the area's history. It reminds us of the jobs and ways of life that shaped the community.

The Archie Smith Wholesale Fish Company building.

Survivors' and Salvagers' Camp - 1715 Fleet

This site near Sebastian is linked to a famous event: the wreck of the 1715 Spanish Treasure Fleet. Survivors and salvagers (people who tried to recover treasure) set up camp here. It's a fascinating archaeological site that tells a story of shipwrecks and adventure.

A historical marker for the 1715 Fleet Survivors' and Salvagers' Camp.

Vero Beach Diesel Power Plant

The Vero Beach Diesel Power Plant was important for providing electricity to the town. It shows how technology developed to power homes and businesses.

The historic Vero Beach Diesel Power Plant.

Vero Beach Woman's Club

The Vero Beach Woman's Club building was a place where women gathered to work on community projects and support each other. Woman's Clubs played a big role in improving towns and helping people.

The Vero Beach Woman's Club building.

Vero Railroad Station

The Vero Railroad Station was a busy hub for trains. Railroads were super important for travel and trade, bringing people and goods in and out of towns.

The old Vero Railroad Station.

Vero Theatre

The Vero Theatre in Vero Beach was a place for entertainment, like movies and shows. Theaters are important parts of a town's culture and provide places for people to relax and have fun.