Christiansted National Historic Site in St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands, preserves a powerful legacy of Danish colonialism, African labor, and Caribbean resilience through its meticulously preserved 18th-century structures and complex history shaped by trade, architecture, and cultural transformation.
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What Makes the Ramsey-Donnelly Building Worth Saving?
A cornerstone of Mount Dora’s historic downtown, the Ramsey-Donnelly Building reflects early commercial development and ongoing preservation efforts. Its prominent corner location, cast-iron balcony, and thoughtful integration with the streetscape highlight the importance of maintaining architectural character while supporting the town’s unique sense of place.
Interior Assessment: the Shamrock Building and the Renaissance Building, Mount Dora, Florida
The two buildings that documented were the Shamrock Building and the Renaissance Building. Both of these buildings are important buildings in the downtown historic district of Mount Dora, as they were usefully implemented additions to the area. Since their original construction, they have been modified to provide better functionality for their new uses throughout theContinue reading “Interior Assessment: the Shamrock Building and the Renaissance Building, Mount Dora, Florida”
Overview of Mount Dora, Florida
The city of Mount Dora, Florida, is an older town that was settled in the late 1800s, and as the majority of the original buildings are still in existence they greatly add to the town’s historical significance. Some of the earliest buildings were erected anywhere from the late 1800s to the early 1900s (Fig. 1)Continue reading “Overview of Mount Dora, Florida”
What Makes the Ramsey-Donnelly Building Worth Saving?
The Ramsey-Donnelly Building was an early addition to the downtown commercial district of Mount Dora (Fig. 1) and has played an important role in town as it has been host to many of the area’s integral businesses. The building’s position on the corner of the main thoroughfares through town, both Fifth Avenue and Donnelly Street,Continue reading “What Makes the Ramsey-Donnelly Building Worth Saving?”
Driving Survey: Piglet's Pantry and The Drawer, Mount Dora, Florida
The area surveyed was that of the commercial downtown area of Mount Dora, Florida, which stretches from McDonald Street to Baker Street (a four-block stretch from west to east) and Fifth Avenue to Third Avenue (a three-block stretch from north to south). Within this area there are several historic buildings, although not all have beenContinue reading “Driving Survey: Piglet's Pantry and The Drawer, Mount Dora, Florida”
HABS: Congregational Church of Mount Dora, Florida
Mount Dora Trust & Bank Co., Mount Dora, Florida
Summary Paragraph The Mount Dora Bank & Trust Co. is an early 20th century bank building situated on the southeast corner to the entrance of the historic downtown and commercial district of Mount Dora, Florida. The building is located on the main corner of Donnelly Street (east façade) and Fifth Avenue (which is the mainContinue reading “Mount Dora Trust & Bank Co., Mount Dora, Florida”
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