Stuart

Stuart is a town on the St. Lucie River at the eastern end of the Okeechobee Waterway, a route that connects the Atlantic Ocean to the Gulf of Mexico. The location by the river shapes daily life for residents, and many streets lead down to docks, parks, and public walkways along the waterfront.

The settlement was first called Potsdam and renamed Stuart in 1895, honoring Homer Hine Stuart Jr., a landowner who held property near the railway station. The arrival of the railroad brought new residents and transformed the place from an isolated trading post into a growing center in southern Florida.

The weekly Green Market and Rockin' RiverWalk Music Series bring people from the area together to discover local products and enjoy concerts along the waterfront. These events shape the relaxed rhythm of the town and attract families and visitors who appreciate life directly by the water.

The Martin County School District manages schools in the area, and public buses connect neighborhoods across town. A new Brightline train connection is planned and will make trips to Miami and other cities easier in the future.

Gilbert's Bar House of Refuge on Hutchinson Island was established in 1875 as a rescue station for shipwreck survivors and counts among the oldest buildings of European origin in the area. The station served sailors stranded along Florida's dangerous coast and is now open as a museum.

Location: Martin County

Elevation above the sea: 3 m

Website: http://cityofstuart.us

GPS coordinates: 27.19722,-80.25306

Latest update: December 12, 2025 23:14