A guest article by Quint Studer, founder of Pensacola's Studer Community Insitute, highlighting the need for cities to push forward despite the COVID-19 pandemic Read More
Many consider LaVilla to be a neighborhood erased from existence. Today, it is not uncommon to hear civic leaders refer to the area as a blank slate. However, this inaccurate assessment could not be further from the truth. Here is a virtual tour of the non-downtown side of the historic community that has been labeled as being a part of the Rail Yard District in recent years. Read More
Emerging as a popular architectural style after World War II, Brutalism is characterized by minimalist constructions that showcase the bare building materials and visible structural elements over decorative design. By the late 1970s, the architectural style had fallen out of favor worldwide. An architectural style closely associated with urban renewal, the urban core of Jacksonville is home to many examples of Brutalist architecture. Here are ten examples of the architectural style, in and around Downtown Jacksonville. Read More
In honor of the contributions and sacrifices that the Pearson family has made in the effort to make Jacksonville a more inclusive and equitable environment for all, the Jacksonville Historic Preservation Commission unanimously approved a recommendation to pursue the designation of the 106-year-old Pearson residence as a local historic landmark. Prepared by the Jacksonville Planning and Development Department Historic Preservation Office staff, here is a narrative detailing the local civil rights contributions of Lloyd Nash Pearson, Jr. and Rutledge Henry Pearson. Read More
