This house was built in 1867 for Danish sea captain Charles F. Boyden. It sits on the corner of N…read more Palafox Street and Wright Street and is, at least for me, a humbling reminder that these streets that I am walking possess the echoes of a magnificent and interesting past that woukd be unrecognizable as the Pensacola that I know today. I would recommend coming to witness this home and the historic downtown area. It is not only an attractive part of town, but it is full of the history that led us to the Pensacola that today we know.

This is a beautiful house, not sure if I can go inside. It belongs to the Methodist Church right…read morenext to it. The Methodist church was not open for viewing during the Palafox Market on Saturday. You can view it from the outside and learn a bit of Pensacola History, which Pensacola is very much full of.

ms. lacrisia was super helpful.. as i have tried a few times to get my address/name changed on my…read morelicense.. to no prevail.. this young lady was so polite and knowledgeable .. she managed to teach me how to get my cash app monthly statement off of my phone...but this took the cake!! ... everybody sit down.!! the best drivers license picture i have ever taken in my whole 40 years in florida. lol.!! ok. ok.. all joking aside .. i was almost in tears and miss lacrisia saved my day.. great big thank you and i will wait all day down there just to wait for her! great job for hiring this angel..tax collectors office .. !! drop the mic!

using their kiosks to sign in+ get in line makes ECTC visits easy. I have…read moreeven phoned ahead to register, then shop nearby until I'm nbr-3 in line! Agents in Warrington have all been friendly. Only been to W street once, but that went quickly also!! thanks for good service!!

Every time I come here, there are just the nicest people working here! Because of appointments,…read morethere is never a wait, and the agents at the windows are lovely and try to make sure I'm not overpaying in taxes.

The best experience I have had with the DMV. Stephanie helped us and was very kind and informative…read more She was patient with all of our questions. The staff here is awesome!

This historical market remembers the shipwrecks of August of 1559. It is amazing to think of how…read moreFlorida must have appeared then and it is equally amazing to realize the long history that Pensacola has. This historical marker is located next to the Pensacola visitor center and a great reminder of the history of Pensacola.

When traveling west on Fort Pickens Road, just after passing Gulf Islands National Seashore's Fort…read morePickens Campground is a roadside exhibit of Chasefield Plantation Grabestones, located within the Gulf Islands National Seashore in Pensacola, Florida,. This historic site tells a fascinating story of the region's past. The plantation, established in the 19th century, played a significant role in the development of the area and witnessed key events that shaped its history. Today, remnants of the plantation, including several tombstones, serve as a testament to its legacy and offer visitors a glimpse into the lives and deaths of some of those folks who once called it home. The history of Chasefield Plantation can be traced back to 1828 when Captain William Henry Chase, an engineer and businessman, was tasked with building coastal fortifications in Pensacola Bay. Chase's vision and efforts transformed the remote coastal town into a bustling port, laying the foundation for the region's growth. In 1837, Chase acquired a large tract of land on the eastern shore of Pensacola Bay and established Chasefield Plantation. The plantation was initially intended to serve as a self-sustaining agricultural enterprise, producing crops such as cotton and sugarcane. Chase also envisioned the plantation as a haven for his family and friends, building a grand mansion and several outbuildings to accommodate them. Throughout the years, Chasefield Plantation witnessed several significant events that shaped its history. During the Civil War, the plantation was occupied by both Confederate and Union troops, who left their mark on the property. After the war, the plantation fell into disrepair, and the once-grand mansion was eventually lost to time. Despite the decline of the plantation, its legacy lived on through the families who had called it home. The Chase family, along with other notable figures, such as Major General William Worth and the Kersey family, are among those buried in the Chasefield Plantation Cemetery. The tombstones, some of which date back to the early 19th century, stand as a testament to the plantation's rich history and the individuals who contributed to its story. In 1957, the Chasefield Plantation Cemetery was relocated to the Gulf Islands National Seashore to preserve its historical significance and ensure its accessibility to visitors. Today, the tombstones can be found along Fort Pickens Road, offering a unique opportunity to explore the past and discover the stories of those who shaped the region's history. The timeline of Chasefield Plantation reflects the rich and diverse history of the site: * 1828: Captain William Henry Chase arrives in Pensacola to oversee the construction of coastal fortifications. * 1837: Chase acquires land and establishes Chasefield Plantation. * 1861-1865: The plantation is occupied by Confederate and Union troops during the Civil War. * Early 20th century: The plantation falls into disrepair, and the mansion is lost. * 1957: Chasefield Plantation Cemetery is relocated to Gulf Islands National Seashore. I have been an active contributor to the organizations website for years. It's the world's largest gravesite collection and have had over 190 million memorials created by the community since 1995. I found the data about these gravestones listed there and this story can serve as one more memorial to them.  Bottom line: The Chasefield Plantation tombstones at Gulf Islands National Seashore offer a unique and fascinating look into the history of Pensacola and the individuals who called the plantation home. It provides a glimpse into the lives and stories of those who shaped the area's history. RIP George Edmund Chase 20 May 1807 - 23 Mar 1844 Sarah Greenleaf Chase Feb 1775 - 27 Jan 1856 MG William Henry Chase  4 Jun 1798 - 8 Feb 1870 Clarissa Francis Golay  23 Aug 1841 - 28 Aug 1842 Vincent Golay 1817 - 10 Feb 1843 John Arthur Hopkins 1914 - 1978 B. F. Kersey 4 Jan 1847 - 1914 James McCowell 20 Jul 1814 - 13 Dec 1851 Margaret A. Nicholson 1839 - 18 Jan 1863 Betsy Shields Flowers Birth and death dates unknown. Jasper Strong Jr. 17 Mar 1841 - 22 Sep 1855 George R Underhill Birth and death dates unknown. David Williams 8 Feb 1778 - 11 Dec 1862 Sabra Lanear Williams 25 Sep 1774 - 25 May 1846

the deputy went out in the early morning hours was attentive and observant and quickly diagnosed a…read morewellfare check as a non emergency thus he provided a much needed service. with all due respect quick assessment was necessary. he was well spoken, polite and asserttive staing that everything looked good. rest in peace deputy sheriff jason lee acton

Deputy Glass was rude and acted like I was wasting his time my husband had threw me down and hit me…read morethe bruises are still black I called again for another deputy and the Sergent said "I am not sending another deputy the case is inactive after Deputy Glass called my husband (who lied) conflicting stories on what happened so I'm still bruised and living in a state that takes domestic violence seriously I'm not going to stop until the sheriff hears from me

We took a drive to Graffiti Bridge. From the photos I saw, it looks like it changes often. Bring a…read morelock to put on the fence!

This is an amazing place to see. So many great artists that would otherwise be unknown... or maybe…read moremake their start. Be sure and bring along your own paint and add to the beautiful artwork.

I first discovered this little hamlet 30+ years ago when vacationing here and sailed out of one of…read morethe back waterways into Wolf Bay. It was on that sail that I discovered Pirates Cove, home of the cheeseburger in paradise so that's one thing that's kept me coming back :-) Since retiring in the area I've discovered a lot more than the beautiful scenery and burgers but first a little history. The Town of Elberta is a small, historically agricultural community, situated 25 minutes from the Alabama Gulf Coast, 35 minutes from historic downtown Pensacola, FL and 45 minutes from Mobile. The first settlers arrived here in 1904 and the community was founded by farmers who had immigrate from Germany. I wasn't sure about the phrase on their welcome sign "für das gut leben" so I asked my dear Düsseldorf friend, Klaus-Dieter who tells me the best interpretation is "For the good life". In the 1930s through the 1940s, the town boasted a farmer's hall where dancing and singing were enjoyed, a hotel, and a movie theatre, as well as a butcher shop, grocery and drug store. Many of the residents spoke German, and St. Mark's Lutheran Church offered German-language services until 1976. Current the latest census shows fewer than 1500 residents and I've come to realize that it's a warm and friendly place that's all about community. One great example is the support the town's volunteer fire department gets with the Elberta German Sausage Festival which was started in the mid-1970s. I attend every one of them that's held the last weekend of March and the last weekend of October and features polka music, Elberta German sausage Sausage, and 250 arts and crafts vendors with over 40,000 visitors during the fall festival alone. It's a good time for a great cause. There's only a couple stop lights but there's a lot more stuff here than the size might indicate. Aside from the aforementioned Pirates Cove, there's Bamahenge, Baldwin County Heritage Museum, Lady in the Lake, a golf course, as well as locally owned and operated shops and restaurants like the Roadkill Cafe. It's also where we go to our meetings and events at Amvets. Bottom line: You can spend your days picking fresh berries at Hillcrest Farm or sampling the homemade cheese at Sweet Home Farm but don't forget Bamahenge and those cheeseburgers, it's paradise indeed.