Before the Morocco Shrine Auditorium was demolished on February 1, 2023, it provided Jacksonville with a venue for events, conventions and concerts. Local historian Andrew R. Nicholas tells the story of when Nirvana played heir last Jacksonville show there on November 26, 1993. Read More
On Saturday, March 11, Jaxson cofounder Bill Delaney will host the next monthly walking tour of spots featured in his book Secret Jacksonville: A Guide to the Weird, Wonderful and Obscure. Join him for a look at some of the unusual and underknown parts of Downtown Jacksonville – and check out the Jaxson's other upcoming tours. Read More
Jacksonville’s unique history has given the city a richly varied – if often slept-on – food scene. From Gullah Geechee specialties like garlic crabs to a homegrown style of barbecue to the ubiquitous camel rider sandwich, the area is brimming with delicious, distinctive and authentic cuisine. Here’s a look at nine signature foods of Jacksonville and the First Coast. Read More
At the time of its completion in 1913, the Eastside's Union Terminal Warehouse Company was the largest commercial building to be constructed in Florida. Read More
In honor of Women’s History Month, The Jaxson is recalling the great life of Eartha M.M. White, a prolific philanthropist and humanitarian in Jacksonville during the 20th century who made it her mission to serve Jacksonville’s vulnerable communities. Read More
