Join us on Tuesday, March 18 at 2PM as we brief the community about plans to seek and secure designation of LaVilla’s remaining historic resources on the National Register of Historic Places. The National Register of Historic Places nomination is expected to be completed by Winter 2025.

Location: Prime F. Osborn, III Convention Center – Front/Fountain Driveway

Established in 1866, LaVilla is the oldest neighborhood in Jacksonville. The DNA of this community made significant contributions to the city’s early history and national history. LaVilla influenced American music, arts, culture and commerce.

LaVilla is home to the first public blues performance held at LaVilla’s Colored Airdome in 1910. It was home to the largest train station south of Washington, D.C. It was considered the Southern Headquarters of what became known as the Chitlin’ Circuit. LaVilla also played a foundational role in the first Great Migration (and subsequent migrations).

A special thanks to the City of Jacksonville & Mayor Donna Deegan, Community Planning Collaborative, Community First Credit Union, Gateway Jax, Corner Lot Development, FaverGray, and the Brookins Brown Blodgett Corporation