The City of Palatka has a rich and long history, dating back before the Civil War. Located along the beautiful St. Johns River, the City served as the destination spot for northern visitors at the turn of the century during the Steamboat Era. At one time, Palatka boasted of several large hotels and many wealthy winter visitors, such as Henry Flagler and the Mellon family (of Mellon Bank, Philadelphia.)
Our prominent residents have included such notables as Billy Graham (who was baptized and ordained right here in Peniel Baptist Church), Mary Bethune Cookman, Babe Ruth, Harriet Beecher Stowe, and "Vinegar Joe" Stillwell.
The past affluence of the City is evident in the many large homes that abound in the riverfront neighborhoods. Aggressive efforts by local groups, including the Southside Historic Neighborhood Association, continue the process of revitalization for Palatka's historic districts.
Over the past year, several more neglected historic homes have been purchased and are currently under restoration in our two residential historic districts.
We cordially invite you to come visit with us next time you are down this way.
In the meantime, please enjoy our "picture book" tour through our Southside Historic Neighborhood, which, as you might guess, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places .
For more information about our
neighborhood association or to have your name added to our mailing list, e-mail us at:
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Our mailing address is:
S.H.N.A.
P.O. Box 2507
Palatka, Fl. 32178
If you live in the area, stop by
the corner of Dodge & Kirby (Hammock Hall) on the 3rd
Monday of every month at 7pm and meet your neighbors at a Southside Historical
Neighborhood Association monthly meeting.
| President | 408 Emmett St. | (386) 325-9945 | |
| Vice President | 418 Emmett St. | (386) 326-4094 | |
| Secretary | 117 Hotel St. | (386) 325-5129 | |
| Treasurer | 107 Morris St. | (386) 328-7651 |
| Appearance Award | George Warren | 415 Emmett St | (386) 325-9686 |
| Welcoming | Melanie Parker | 528 Kirby St | (386) 326-0866 |
| Building | Rodney Carnes | 408 Emmett St | (386) 325-9945 |
| Dues/Membership | Lucille Estes | 107 Morris St. | (386) 328-7651 |
| Gas Lamps | Ted MacGibbon | 419 Emmett St | (386) 325-7663 |
| Crime | Bert Scoggins | 118 S. 3rd St. | (386) 325-3181 |
| Tour of Homes | Nancy Jones | 328 Dodge St. | (386) 328-0246 |
| Social Activities | Help wanted! | ||
| Christmas Events | Len Freeman | River St. | (386) 325-7101 |
| Webpage | 408 Emmett St | (386) 325-9945 |
Membership is open to any improved property owner within the Southside Historic District boundaries. We currently meet on the third Monday of every month at 7:00PM. Meeting place to be posted in the current newsletter.
Dues are $30.00 per year, per family.
Any person interested in the SHNA may become an associate member upon recommendation of one member in good standing. An associate will pay annual dues of $10.00 per year. An associate will enjoy all privileges of a member except holding office and/or voting.
There will be an additional charge of $5.00 per year for anyone receiving handouts by mail.
With your membership fee, you help defray the cost of our monthly newsletter, welcome packages, research being done to improve our neighborhood, operating our gas streetlights, and some of the supplies for our neighborhood functions.
To become a member,
please send a check along with your name, address, phone number, and e-mail address to:
SHNA
P.O. Box 2507
Palatka, Fl. 32178
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