Bradenton in Manatee County, Florida — The American South (South Atlantic)
Life on the Florida Frontier: The Stephens Family
Manatee Village Historical Park
Photographed by Brandon D Cross, March 7, 2019
1. Life on the Florida Frontier marker
For much of Floridas history, the home was essential to all family activities and to survival. This included the care of children, preparation of meals, protection from the elements, and entertainment. Families gathered in kitchens and parlors to read, sew, whittle or talk at the end of the day, much like many families today gather to watch television.
Come inside to learn more about the family that built and lived in this remarkable home. Find out why pioneers designed their homes like this and how they survived living in the wilds of Florida.
Erected by Manatee County Historical Commission.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Settlements & Settlers.
Location. 27° 29.698′ N, 82° 32.857′ W. Marker is in Bradenton, Florida, in Manatee County. It can be reached from the intersection of Manatee Avenue East (State Road 64) and 14th Street East, on the right when traveling east. Located inside the Manatee Village Historical Park. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1404 Manatee Ave East, Bradenton FL 34208, United
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Regionally, this marker is on Florida’s Gulf Coast and on Tampa Bay. It is also in the American South and on the Gulf Coast. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, a Gulf of Mexico state, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain, the territory of the Mississippian Culture, one of the Confederate States of America, and the Antebellum South.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Florida Naval Stores (a few steps from this marker); The Stephens House (within shouting distance of this marker); The Fogarty Boat Works (within shouting distance of this marker); William Bassett Chapter (within shouting distance of this marker); The Potter Barn (within shouting distance of this marker); The Smokehouse, Syrup Kettle and Sugar Cane Mill (within shouting distance of this marker); The Wiggins Store (within shouting distance of this marker); Manatee Burying Ground (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map
Photographed by Brandon D Cross, March 7, 2019
2. Life on the Florida Frontier Marker
Also see . . . Manatee Village Historical Park. (Submitted on April 5, 2019.)
Photographed by Brandon D Cross, March 7, 2019
3. The Stephens Family House with marker in the backround
Photographed by Brandon D Cross, March 7, 2019
4. Stephens House
Photographed by Brandon D Cross, March 7, 2019
5. Manatee Village Historical Plaque
Photographed by Brandon D Cross, March 7, 2019
6. Manatee Village Historical Park Sign
Credits. This page was last revised on April 8, 2019. It was originally submitted on April 4, 2019, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. This page has been viewed 675 times since then and 35 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on April 4, 2019, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. 3, 4. submitted on April 5, 2019, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. 5, 6. submitted on April 4, 2019, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. • Bernard Fisher was the editor who published this page.
