Palatka in Putnam County, Florida — The American South (South Atlantic)

William Bartram's Travels

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Photographed By Tim Fillmon, February 8, 2024

1. William Bartram Travels Marker

Inscription.
In 1774, while coasting past a Seminole settlement on the riverfront of what is now Palatka, William Bartram wrote in his book, Travels:

"There were 8 to 10 habitations facing the river. Some of the youth were naked up to their hips in the water, fishing with rods and lines, whilst others, younger, were diverting themselves shooting frogs with bows and arrows, On my near approach, the little children took to their heels...but the stouter youth stood their ground, and, smiling, called me...They were civil, and appeared happy in their situation."

Erected 2022 by William Bartram Chapter, NSDAR.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Colonial Era • Exploration • Native Americans. In addition, it is included in the Daughters of the American Revolution, and the William Bartram Trails series lists. A significant historical year for this entry is 1774.

Location. 29° 38.704′ N, 81° 37.798′ W. Marker is in Palatka, Florida, in Putnam County. Marker is on Memorial Parkway just east of South Second Street, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Palatka FL 32177, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The First Presbyterian Church of Palatka (a few steps from this marker); Bartram Trail in Putnam County

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(within shouting distance of this marker); Still on Patrol (within shouting distance of this marker); Putnam County High School Band WWII Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); Basil C. Pearce Jr. USS Tang Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); Woodmen of the World Vietnam Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); Veterans Memorial Plaza (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); The Putnam House Famous Hotel (about 600 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Palatka.

Also see . . . Bartram Trail in Florida. (Submitted on February 9, 2024, by Tim Fillmon of Webster, Florida.)

William Bartram's Travels Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Tim Fillmon, February 8, 2024

2. William Bartram's Travels Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on February 18, 2024. It was originally submitted on February 9, 2024, by Tim Fillmon of Webster, Florida. This page has been viewed 84 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on February 9, 2024, by Tim Fillmon of Webster, Florida.