Eatonville in Orange County, Florida — The American South (South Atlantic)
Eatonville Police Department
Photographed By Brandon D Cross, April 24, 2022
1. Eatonville Police Department Marker
The first police station was built circa 1912 under Mayor John Hurston. Several buildings were built and continuously renovated. A holding section (jail) was housed within the police station until circa 1971.The current police station is located on the original site of the town’s police stations of the past.
The Police Station was renamed to the Public Safety Complex in the early 1980’s.
Erected by The Town of Eatonville Community Redevelopment Agency.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: African Americans • Law Enforcement • Notable Places. A significant historical year for this entry is 1912.
Location. 28° 37.095′ N, 81° 23.029′ W. Marker is in Eatonville, Florida, in Orange County. Marker is at the intersection of East Kennedy Boulevard and Gabriel Street, on the right when traveling east on East Kennedy Boulevard. Marker is attached to the base (pedestal) of the Eatonville Gateway. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 111 E Kennedy Blvd, Maitland FL 32751, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Eatonville Gateway (here, next to this marker); Robert Hungerford Normal and Industrial School
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Photographed By Brandon D Cross, April 24, 2022
2. Eatonville Police Department Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on April 26, 2022. It was originally submitted on April 25, 2022, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. This page has been viewed 114 times since then and 44 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on April 25, 2022, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. • Bernard Fisher was the editor who published this page.
