City Of Orlando: Installation Of Parramore-Holden National Register District Signage

Press release from the City of Orlando:

October 27, 2021

Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and District 5 City Commissioner Regina I. Hill Join City District Main Street to Install Parramore-Holden National Register District Signage 

Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and District 5 City Commissioner Regina I. Hill Join City District Main Street to Install Parramore-Holden National Register District Signage 

WHAT: 
On Thursday, October 28, Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer will join District 5 City Commissioner Regina I. Hill and the City District Main Street to install the first of more than 25 signs that recognize the Holden-Parramore National Register Historic District.  

Established on September 23, 2009, the Parramore-Holden National Register District is recognized as the home of some of Orlando’s earliest African American residents and organizations. The neighborhood is home to several historic structures.  

Established on September 23, 2009, the Parramore-Holden National Register District is recognized as the home of some of Orlando’s earliest African American residents and organizations. The neighborhood is home to several historic structures.  

The installation of the signs supports the City of Orlando’s efforts to preserve and celebrate the history of the neighborhood, which dates back to the late 1800s.   

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