sopchoppy-fl.htmlsopchoppy-fl.htmlsopchoppy-fl.htmlMarch 10, 2024 Revisit
(from Facebook Post) Our last destination along the Forgotten Coast was historic Apalachicola, one of Florida’s last remaining fishing villages and a one time center for Florida’s Oyster farming. This time we explored the history of the town. Locations included the fishing pier, the site of the original sponge industry board (that moved to Tarpon Springs, then Key West and back to Apalachicola), the Orman home, the Dixie Theater, and an 1830’s warehouse that serves as City Hall today ... and more (see March 10 - Sopchoppy and Carrabelle)
(from Facebook Post) Our last destination along the Forgotten Coast was historic Apalachicola, one of Florida’s last remaining fishing villages and a one time center for Florida’s Oyster farming. This time we explored the history of the town. Locations included the fishing pier, the site of the original sponge industry board (that moved to Tarpon Springs, then Key West and back to Apalachicola), the Orman home, the Dixie Theater, and an 1830’s warehouse that serves as City Hall today ... and more (see March 10 - Sopchoppy and Carrabelle)
"The area was first called Cottonton because of a trading post that handled cotton, one of the agricultural staples of the area before the Civil War. After that, it became known as West Point, and while Florida was still a territory in 1831 the town received its present name.
Famous for its fresh seafood offerings, Apalachicola is a friendly fishing town that boasts a wonderful rustic charm. There are over 900 historic listings here, from small cottages to stained glass churches, and its lack of traffic or city noise makes it a laid-back slice of Old Florida. The town once was the oyster capital of the world and.
There are waterfront parks, shrimp boats and great shopping, dining and cafes. Overlooking the docks of Apalachicola stands the historic Orman House, the ancestral home of Thomas Orman's family. The house was occupied for 165 years until 1994, when it was sold and later became part of the State Park.
On the grounds, not far from the home are remnants of the servants quarters." (Florida Back Roads Travel)
To learn more about ...
Apalachicola - a historic fishing village and once the 'oyster capital of the world'
Florida Back Roads Travel - Backroads Florida - Off the Beaten Path Places and
Apalachicola - a delightful town with a spectacular beach
Florida Rambler - Getaways to the authentic Florida
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We have been here several times on the way to Biloxi and unfortunately never really stopped, explored Apalachicola shops, dining and history. This fishing town would be a perfect 'home base' for fully enjoying this town and those towns nearby along the Gulf Coast.
Suggested Photo Ops:
History ... Apalachicola, Florida
Wiki ... https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apalachicola,_Florida
Orman House ... https://www.floridastateparks.org/learn/orman-house-tour
Chestnut Street Cemetery ... https://is.gd/AwfLPsis.gd/AwfLPs
Famous for its fresh seafood offerings, Apalachicola is a friendly fishing town that boasts a wonderful rustic charm. There are over 900 historic listings here, from small cottages to stained glass churches, and its lack of traffic or city noise makes it a laid-back slice of Old Florida. The town once was the oyster capital of the world and.
There are waterfront parks, shrimp boats and great shopping, dining and cafes. Overlooking the docks of Apalachicola stands the historic Orman House, the ancestral home of Thomas Orman's family. The house was occupied for 165 years until 1994, when it was sold and later became part of the State Park.
On the grounds, not far from the home are remnants of the servants quarters." (Florida Back Roads Travel)
To learn more about ...
Apalachicola - a historic fishing village and once the 'oyster capital of the world'
Florida Back Roads Travel - Backroads Florida - Off the Beaten Path Places and
Apalachicola - a delightful town with a spectacular beach
Florida Rambler - Getaways to the authentic Florida
- - - - - - - - - - - personal notes - - - - - - - - - - - -
We have been here several times on the way to Biloxi and unfortunately never really stopped, explored Apalachicola shops, dining and history. This fishing town would be a perfect 'home base' for fully enjoying this town and those towns nearby along the Gulf Coast.
Suggested Photo Ops:
- Shops along the Main Street
- Orman House and Servants Quarters (and house tour)
- Waterfront boats
- Chestnut Street Cemetery (and walking tour)
History ... Apalachicola, Florida
Wiki ... https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apalachicola,_Florida
Orman House ... https://www.floridastateparks.org/learn/orman-house-tour
Chestnut Street Cemetery ... https://is.gd/AwfLPsis.gd/AwfLPs
