Lafayette County, County administrative division in northern Florida, United States.
Description
Lafayette County is an administrative division in northern Florida that spans across forests of pine trees, natural springs, farmland, and the Suwannee River running along its eastern edge. The terrain is low and water-rich, with the river forming a natural boundary for the region.
History
The area was established as a county in 1856 and named after a French military officer who supported the American forces during the independence war. This naming choice reflects how the new nation honored those who helped in its founding struggles.
Culture
The county's way of life centers on farming communities where residents gather for seasonal fairs and at local markets that showcase regional crops. These agricultural gatherings form the backbone of local social life and how people connect with each other.
Practical
Mayo serves as the administrative hub where government services are located. State Road 27 provides the main connection to other counties and larger cities, making it easy to move through and beyond the area.
Did you know?
A state park within the region protects limestone cliffs and the remains of earthwork fortifications from the 1800s. These structures offer a glimpse into military history that shaped the area during that era.
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Ginnie Springs
49.4 km
Ichetucknee Springs State Park
39 kmLafayette Blue Springs State Park
15.8 km
Twin Rivers State Forest
42.2 km
Forest Capital Museum State Park
36.9 km
Hal W. Adams Bridge
12.2 km
House of the Seven Gables
7.1 km
Steinhatchee Falls
31.3 km
Suwannee County Courthouse
38.8 km
Old Taylor County Jail
41.2 km
Lafayette County Courthouse
7 km
Old Lafayette County Courthouse
7.1 km
White Springs Historic District
55.4 km
M. Pico Building
7 km
Old Live Oak City Hall
39.1 km
Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park
55.3 km
Old Mayo Free Press Building
7.1 km
Hull-Hawkins House
35.5 km
Fort White Public School Historic District
45.7 km
Cannon Farm
35.5 km
South Brooksville Avenue Historic District
45.6 km
Sikes House
45.6 km
George Allison House
39.1 km
Dr. Price House
38.7 km
Bishop B. Blackwell House
38.6 km
Suwannee Springs Bridge
50.9 km
Hillman Bridge
43.9 km
Cannon-McCollister Bridge
33.1 km
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