Tours & Attractions
477 Houston Street, Green Cove Springs
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Tours & Attractions in Green Cove Springs, FL
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When Clay County was created in 1858 by the Florida Legislature, Middleburg was named as temporary county seat. As a result of an 1859 election, Whitesville (Webster), became the official county court site. Clay County's 1st courthouse was located there. In 1871, Green Cove Springs was chosen as the new county seat. Courts met there in 1872, but it was 1874 before a 2 story frame courthouse was completed. In 1889, a new, large 2-story brick building was ready for use. The Old Clay County Courthouse served as the seat of county government until 1973. This structure was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1975.
What an amazing place this is. My son wanted to see a train and found this place. So parking would be in around the building and the door you think it is apparently is not the correct door. It is to the left of the government building. The staff was absolutely helpful and friendly and just so courteous. Each room had a different theme and there is so much to read about. When your done, the staff will open the train and the train stop, it was fascinating that the stop was original. Then the highlight of the day was the jail cell. It's the second oldest jail in the state of Florida. This area was a big plus for photo opportunities. The place is small but the big plus is that it is free and only accepts donations. I will definitely come back. They also know the area so ask about what else is there. We love it here.
Our awesome tour included the 6 room museum, train station, caboose, old jail, old courthouse, and veterans' memorial. The kids got a history related coloring book and outdoor scavenger hunt that was finished before we left.
My family and sister went to the 60th anniversary of the train station and we had such a wonderful time. It was the first time for all of us and we look forward to next year and to see what other events they may have there.
I loved this place because you can learn about history in the area. I also love it because it's in a large enough area you can wander and best part it's free. And ots also right near train tracks so you can see the trains go by.
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