Panama City in Bay County, Florida — The American South (South Atlantic)
Buena Vista Point Archaeological Site
Oaks by the Bay Park
— Panama City, Florida —
Photographed By Brandon D Cross
1. Buena Vista Point Archaeological Site Marker
In this park are the remains of a Native American settlement occupied sometime between AD 1200 and 1500. Archaeological studies at this site, called the Buena Vista Site 8BY878 documented that this was probably a small, temporary settlement where people gathered and prepared seafood, especially fish and shellfish. The culture of the Indians who lived here is called Fort Walton, and it is identified mainly by their distinctive pottery which is abundant on their settlements. The people who fished here were probably part of a large. community and lived permanently in a large village in the St. Andrews area. The archaeological studies were performed by the University of West Florida under the direction of Dr. Judith A. Bengc and was sponsored by the City of Panama City
Erected by City of Panama City.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Anthropology & Archaeology • Native Americans. A significant historical year for this entry is 1200.
Location. 30° 9.991′ N, 85° 42.037′ W. Marker is in Panama City, Florida, in Bay County. Marker can be reached from the intersection of Chestnut Avenue and 9th Street, on the right when traveling south. The marker is located in the southeast section of Oaks by the Bay Park. Touch for map.
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Lion Fountain (within shouting distance of this marker); The Old Sentry (within shouting distance of this marker); Salt Kettle (within shouting distance of this marker); Hutchison House (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Honoring the History (about 300 feet away); Bank of St. Andrews (about 500 feet away); Historic St. Andrew Church (about 500 feet away); Azalea Court (about 600 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Panama City.
Also see . . . Oaks by the Bay Park. Panama City website entry (Submitted on April 22, 2024, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida.)
Photographed By Brandon D Cross
2. Buena Vista Point Archaeological Site Marker
Photographed By Brandon D Cross
3. Oaks by the Bay Park sign
Credits. This page was last revised on April 24, 2024. It was originally submitted on April 22, 2024, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. This page has been viewed 62 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on April 22, 2024, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. • Bernard Fisher was the editor who published this page.
