Check out our Downtown Apalachicola calendar, with live music schedules, yoga classes, art workshops, farmer’s markets, special events, and more! There’s always something going on, and something for everyone.
Gearing Up for the Autos & Oysters Car Show & Sock Hop!
Save the date for our second anual Autos & Oysters Car Show & Sock Hop! The Autos and Oysters Car Show, on Saturday, October 29, 2016, will showcase the cars of local collectors and will also attract enthusiasts from throughout the region. The show will be followed by a sock hop on the City Docks at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday night featuring local refreshments, music, and oysters.
The Sock Hop will be held at Riverfront Park, and the Car Show will be held on Water Street. Both events are free and open to the public. Click here for more information.
Outstanding Historic Rehabilitation Project Award Winner
Congratulations to Mel Livingston on his Secretary of State Award for “Outstanding Rehabilitation Project” for The Bowery Inn! The award was presented at the Florida Main Street Annual Conference in Deland on August 9 by Florida Main Street Program Coordinator Ronni Wood and State Historic Preservation Officer Dr. Timothy Parsons.
The historic Bowery Inn Building, circa 1900, sat vacant for four decades and was in an almost hopeless state of disrepair. Fortunately, Mel Livingston is a man with vision and the dedication to see it through.
The building’s remarkable renovation was completed in 2015 with painstaking attention to detail and authenticity. The inn was repaired using salvaged and reclaimed building material from Apalachicola. Not satisfied to use new lumber to replace rotten wood, Mel scoured Apalachicola and collected usable vintage materials from other renovation projects. Each piece of wood and decor was individually hand selected.
The project provides two things that are in sometimes in short supply in our downtown: retail space downstairs, and overnight accomodations upstairs. Guests are able to enjoy a genuine “old fashioned” experience without the distractions of televisions or telephones, while being fully WiFi accessible. Viewing of the Apalachicola Bay and the downtown area can be enjoyed from a large deck. The Inn is quietly nestled in the historic downtown Bowery District within walking distance of all shopping and nationally recognized restaurants.
Authentic features like an antique claw foot bathtub, beautifully hand-crafted stairwell, and period furnishings compliment modern conveniences. Guests who have written reviews online say, “The Bowery Inn was the perfect setting for a weekend getaway. It had all the charm and unique details that a structure built in 1900 should have. The decor was authentic, not commercialized, and our room was spacious, clean, and fresh.” And, “Romantic, comfortable and charming Inn. The location is very accommodating to stroll down to lunch, shopping & dinner. The veranda overlooking the river is perfect for sips of wine and conversation or starting the day with coffee. It was a great choice for us.”
It is truly a remarkable rehabilitation and an excellent addition to the downtown Apalachicola business community. This successful project was featured on WFSU-TV’s show Dimensions.
Congratulations to Mel Livingston on this prestigious award!
What Does Historic Preservation Mean to You?
Although the first thing that may come to mind is preserving a landmark building, it’s much more that that!
Historic preservation is also championing historic places, telling their stories, and promoting an historic and authentic sense of place. It can also mean preserving the memories of people, places, and events that have shaped our history and culture.
All of these things enhance our sense of community and stimulate the local economy. If you’ve ever toured one of Apalachicola’s historic homes or museums, shopped in our local stores, admired our city’s architecture, attended or volunteered at a community event, or visited an historic marker, then you’ve been a part of preservation efforts.
Your Ultimate Guide to Apalachicola’s Independence Celebration!
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Our headline entertainment, Tobacco Rd. Band was formed in Tallahassee in 2010 by CMT touring artist Eric Durrance. Eric’s songwriting is complemented by the guitar playing of Ben Castro, Dale Shumate on bass, and drummer Joe Markham. This impressive four piece band describes itself as “hard rocking country.”
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