Floridiana Magazine

The Athens of Florida: DeLand

doriskeeler@gmail.com — Sat, 03 Jun 2017 12:00:51 +0000

Brief History of DeLand DeLand’s rich history goes back to when the area was known as Persimmon Hollow and was only accessible by steamboat along the St. John’s River. Captain John Rich built a log cabin there in 1874, then two years later, in 1876, Henry A. DeLand visited his brother-in-law who lived in Persimmon...

The Gamble Place

doriskeeler@gmail.com — Thu, 06 Apr 2017 00:55:15 +0000

One of the great things about Florida is there is always a new place to explore, one you never knew existed. A recent trip to Port Orange led to the discovery of yet another hidden treasure. Not only does it offer a step back in time, but also a little bit of whimsy and a...

Dunlawton Sugar Mill Gardens

doriskeeler@gmail.com — Sun, 26 Mar 2017 18:25:59 +0000

Just a short drive off Nova Road (Highway 5A) in Port Orange is another one of those hidden gems in Florida. Dunlawton Sugar Mill Gardens is a 12-acre mix of gardens and Florida history. I have to admit, one of the things that drew me here in the first place, was the knowledge an old...