National Register of Historic Places

Dickinson Memorial Library and Park

Orange City, Volusia County, Florida
Listed
February 8, 1995
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
95000020

About this property

The Dickinson Memorial Library and Park is a historic site in Orange City, Florida, United States. The library is located at 148 Albertus Way. The park is located on the corner of East Graves Avenue and U.S. Hwy 17–92. It contains tables and park benches around a gazebo and two water fountains. It is adjacent to the library. Every Friday from 8 AM to 1 PM you can find a farmer's market located in the park, with a wide selection of fruits, vegetables, plants, baked goods and other great items. The park is also used for various City and community events including an annual summer music in the park program. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1995. The library is now known as the Orange City Library, and is part of the Deltona Region of the Volusia County Public Library.

Location

148 S. Volusia Ave.
Orange City, Volusia County, Florida
28.94804, -81.29840

Categories

ARCHITECTURESOCIAL HISTORYENTERTAINMENT/RECREATIONCOMMUNITY PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT
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Sources

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Nearby Historic Sites

Orange City Town Hall
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0.1 mi
Orange City Historic District
Civil War
0.1 mi
French, Seth, House
Industrial
0.3 mi
Orange City Colored School
Industrial
0.6 mi
Thursby, Louis P., House
Industrial
2.5 mi

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When was Dickinson Memorial Library and Park listed on the National Register?

Dickinson Memorial Library and Park was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on February 8, 1995.

What type of historic resource is Dickinson Memorial Library and Park?

Dickinson Memorial Library and Park is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Dickinson Memorial Library and Park?

The period of significance for Dickinson Memorial Library and Park is recorded as the industrial era.

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