Florence in Lauderdale County, Alabama — The American South (East South Central)
Downtown Florence Historic District
Photographed By Sandra Hughes, June 28, 2009
1. Downtown Florence Historic District Marker
From the time Florence was established in 1818, a slow but steady growth occurred. In the late 1880s the town's population increased by 500 percent as an industrial boom began. This area became the core of the business district. Most of the structures within this district were constructed between 1880 and 1920. The district was placed on the National Register of Historic Place in 1995.Erected by Florence Historical Board Florence, Alabama.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Places. A significant historical year for this entry is 1818.
Location. 34° 48.007′ N, 87° 40.548′ W. Marker is in Florence, Alabama, in Lauderdale County. Marker is at the intersection of South Court Street and East Tennessee Street (Route 13), on the right when traveling north on South Court Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Florence AL 35630, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Founding of Florence (a few steps from this marker); Wheeler Rifles (within shouting distance of this marker); Original Site of FAME Recording Studio
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Additional commentary.
1. Historic Area
Roughly, 104 N. Court St.-119 S. Court St. (E side), 100-128 E. Tennessee St. and 106, 108 and 110 S. Seminary St.
Bountary Increased - Roughly bounded by Pine St., Alabama St., Wood Ave., and Tuscaloosa St.
— Submitted September 2, 2010, by Sandra Hughes Tidwell of Killen, Alabama, USA.
Additional keywords. Historic Districts
Photographed By Sandra Hughes, June 28, 2009
2. Downtown Florence Historic District
Photographed By Sandra Hughes, June 28, 2009
3. Downtown Florence Historic District Marker
Photographed By Sandra Hughes, June 28, 2009
4. Downtown Florence Historic District Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on September 1, 2010, by Sandra Hughes Tidwell of Killen, Alabama, USA. This page has been viewed 1,445 times since then and 116 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on September 1, 2010, by Sandra Hughes Tidwell of Killen, Alabama, USA. • Syd Whittle was the editor who published this page.
