Lincolnville Historic District

Lincolnville Historic District is a residential neighborhood in St. Augustine featuring Victorian-era houses, historic churches, and older structures along the Matanzas River and Maria Sanchez Creek waterways. The area occupies a defined section bounded by Cedar, Riberia, Cerro, and Washington streets with a coherent pattern of period architecture.

The district was established in 1866 when freed individuals leased land for minimal annual cost and built their community. The original name Little Africa was changed to Lincolnville in 1878, marking a shift in how the growing settlement identified itself.

The neighborhood developed as a home for the African American community and continues to reflect their stories through preserved buildings and local institutions. Churches and gathering spaces have long served as centers where residents connected and supported one another.

The neighborhood is within walking distance of St. Augustine's center and can be explored on foot due to its grid-like street layout. Moving slowly through the area allows visitors to observe building facades and notice the architectural details that tell the neighborhood's story.

During the 1960s, residents organized protests against segregation that gained national attention and helped push for civil rights legislation. This movement made the neighborhood a significant site of resistance during a pivotal period of American history.

Location: Florida

GPS coordinates: 29.88472,-81.31444

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:27