Celebrate our birthday with us all year long!
Jacksonville was officially founded in June 1822. We know – we look good for 200. From the city’s start in agriculture and farming; to the introduction of the railroad, vacation resorts and military bases; to the Great Fire, movie studios, Civil Rights movement and southern rock music, Jacksonville is rich with history. Explore it in the pages linked below and plan a visit to see for yourself.
Take a look back at the last 200 years
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Learn how Jacksonville’s history and development are linked to its beautiful climate, abundant natural resources, and ocean and river trade access.
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1025 Museum Circle Jacksonville, Florida 32207
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takes place on:
Monday, Jan 24 2022
Museum of Science & History,
10:00 AM
to 5:00 PM
2400 Yankee Clipper Drive, Jacksonville, FL Florida 32218
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takes place on:
Tuesday, Feb 1 2022
Jacksonville International Airport
135 West Monroe St. Jacksonville, Florida 32202
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takes place on:
Saturday, Jun 11 2022
James Weldon Johnson Park,
12:00 PM
to 10:00 PM
256 E. Church Street Jacksonville, FL Florida 32202
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takes place on:
Sunday, Jun 12 2022
St. John’s Cathedral,
5:00 PM
to 6:00 PM
