Tag: Manhattan Beach

Manhattan Beach, Florida’s first beach community for African Americans

Posted onAuthorDave Burkey

Manhattan Beach was Florida’s first beach community  for African Americans during segregation. Manhattan Beach was established by Henry Flagler and his Florida East Coast Railroad company around 1900, for the African American workers  they employed. The park flourished for many years. At its height the Read More …

Recovering Manhattan Beach

Posted onAuthorDave Burkey

Join the Jacksonville Historical Society on Monday February 25 as Brittany Cohill of the Beaches Museum reveals the history of Manhattan Beach, the early twentieth century African American beach resort. Registration available at Eventbrite. JHS Members free. Non-members suggested donation $10.6:30 PM – 8:00 PM Old Read More …