National Register of Historic Places listings in Taylor County, Florida facts for kids
This page lists special places in Taylor County, Florida that are part of the National Register of Historic Places. These are buildings, sites, or objects that are important to history.
The National Register of Historic Places is like a special list kept by the United States government. It helps protect places that tell us about the past. When a place is on this list, it means it's really important for understanding history, architecture, or culture.
In Taylor County, Florida, there are 3 amazing places on this list. They are all located in the city of Perry.
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Historic Places in Taylor County
First Methodist Episcopal Church, South
The First Methodist Episcopal Church, South, is a beautiful old church building in Perry. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places on October 19, 2015. This church has been an important part of the community for many years. It shows us what church buildings looked like in the past and how people gathered for worship.
- Address: 302 North Jefferson Street, Perry, Florida
Old Perry Post Office
The Old Perry Post Office is another historic building in Perry. It was added to the National Register on May 11, 1989. This building used to be where people in Perry would send and receive their mail. Post offices were very important places for communication before the internet and cell phones. This building reminds us of how people used to connect with each other.
- Address: 201 East Green Street, Perry, Florida
Old Taylor County Jail
The Old Taylor County Jail is also in Perry and was listed on the National Register on May 11, 1989, the same day as the Old Perry Post Office. This building was once the jail for Taylor County. It helps us understand how law and order were managed in the past. Even though it's not used as a jail anymore, it stands as a reminder of the county's history.
- Address: 400 block of North Washington Street, Perry, Florida
