Hallstrom House, Historic house in Vero Beach, Florida, United States.
Hallstrom House is a residence in Vero Beach built in the early 1900s with construction methods and details crafted by Norwegian and Swedish workers. The structure sits on substantial grounds and displays the handiwork typical of that era.
Swedish horticulturist Axel Hallström began a 40-acre pineapple plantation on this land in 1909, and the main house was completed in 1918 with the help of Norwegian and Swedish craftsmen. He later turned to citrus growing and moved out. After his death in 1966 his daughter ran the citrus business until the 1980s, and in July 2000 Ruth Hallström willed the remaining 5 acres to preserve the farmhouse, which joined the National Register of Historic Places on June 6, 2002.
The property functions as an educational center displaying photographs, furniture, and artifacts that represent the agricultural heritage of Indian River County.
The house stands at 1723 Old Dixie Highway SW and can be visited through guided tours organized by the Indian River County Historical Society. Advance planning helps confirm availability and access arrangements before your visit.
Axel Hallström's daughter ran the citrus operation on the property until the 1980s, long after he had moved out. In July 2000 Ruth Hallström left the remaining 5 acres to the county for the sole purpose of preserving the farmhouse, and the house joined the National Register on June 6, 2002.
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