Palma Sola, Florida facts for kids
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Palma Sola, Florida
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 Palma Sola, Florida
Location in Florida
Palma Sola, Florida
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Florida |
| County | Manatee |
| Settled | 1868 |
| Platted | 1880 |
| Named for | A lone palm tree |
Palma Sola is a small community in Manatee County, Florida, United States. It's not a city with its own government. Instead, it's an "unincorporated area," meaning it's part of the larger county.
You might know its name from the famous Palma Sola Botanical Garden located nearby in Bradenton, Florida.
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History of Palma Sola
Early Settlers and Naming
Palma Sola began in 1868 when a man named James Warner moved to Manatee County. He was a firearms maker from Springfield, Massachusetts. Warner settled along the Manatee River with his family.
After James Warner passed away, his son, Warburton S. Warner, continued the family's legacy. In 1884, Warburton created the town of Palma Sola. He built it on land that was part of his family's original home.
The town got its unique name from a special landmark. There was a "single tall date palm" tree that stood out on Snead Island. This island was just across the river from McNeill Point, which was the center of the new town.
Growth and Decline of the Town
In 1884, a sawmill was built at McNeill Point, the town's center. This mill helped the community grow. Palma Sola was also home to the Palma Sola Hotel.
The town also had a general store. This store was known as the largest between Cedar Key and Key West. However, when the sawmill burned down, the town started to become smaller.
Population of Palma Sola
First Census Count
The first time the population of Palma Sola was officially counted was in 1880. During that census, the town had 962 people living there.
Notable People from Palma Sola
- Jennie Kidd Trout: She was the first woman to become a licensed doctor in Canada.
