Stockton-Lindquist House, Historic residence in DeLand, Florida.
The Stockton-Lindquist House is a wooden residence located at 244 East Beresford Avenue in DeLand, displaying typical architectural features from homes built in the 1870s. The structure shows the construction methods and design principles that were common during Florida's early settlement period.
The house was built in 1870 and stands as the oldest residential building in DeLand. It received official recognition when added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2004, establishing its significance as a regional historical resource.
Today the house serves as an educational center showing how people lived during DeLand's early settlement period. Visitors can learn about the daily practices and routines that shaped life in this frontier community.
You can explore the house through guided tours that last about one hour and focus on the architecture and historical background. It is helpful to check in advance which days and times are available for visits.
The property holds archaeological significance and is registered as the Andrew and Mary Lindquist Aboriginal Site, pointing to deeper historical layers beneath the visible structure. This dual recognition connects the building with earlier human activity at the location.
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