Avon Park in Highlands County, Florida — The American South (South Atlantic)
Oldest Structure on Main Street
Photographed By Dave W, March 11, 2023
1. Oldest Structure on Main Street Marker
This is the oldest structure on Main Street still retaining most of it's original features. Built in 1894, it has served as a shoe shop, Dressmaker's shop, Tea Room, Book Store, Art Studio, and an Attorney's Office. The architecture present is typical of early structures.
Erected by City of Avon Park.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Industry & Commerce. A significant historical year for this entry is 1894.
Location. 27° 35.731′ N, 81° 30.086′ W. Marker is in Avon Park, Florida, in Highlands County. Marker is on East Main Street (Florida Route 17) east of South Lake Avenue, on the right when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 20 E Main St, Avon Park FL 33825, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Avon Park World War II Memorial (about 600 feet away, measured in a direct line); To Those Who Served (about 700 feet away); Veterans Memorial (about 700 feet away); Avon Park Veterans Memorial (about 700 feet away); First Church in Avon Park (approx. 0.2 miles away); The War Dog Memorial (approx. ¼ mile away); Memorial Flag Pole (approx. ¼ mile away); Avon Park Depot Museum (approx. ¼ mile away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Avon Park.
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Photographed By Dave W, March 11, 2023
2. Oldest Structure on Main Street Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on March 13, 2023. It was originally submitted on March 12, 2023, by Dave W of Co, Colorado. This page has been viewed 108 times since then and 33 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on March 12, 2023, by Dave W of Co, Colorado. • Bernard Fisher was the editor who published this page.
