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Florida has a rich and diverse history. African American landmarks and legacies exist in various locations throughout the state. The following historical sites can be found in north Florida's
Columbia County. While some of these sites can be visited, other listings are marked "private" and are not open to the public.
Lake City
Niblack Elementary School
837 NE Broadway Avenue
This school was built in 1954 in an effort to consolidate elementary schools serving African American students in Columbia County. Because of her efforts to build, consolidate, and improve schools in the area, the school was named for Minnie Jones Niblack, a teacher, principal and county supervisor. (386) 755-8200.
Trinity United Methodist Church
310 Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive
Gothic architectural style and stained glass windows distinguish the Trinity United Methodist Church as a historic landmark in Lake City. The African American congregation was first organized in 1863 as the Gethsemane Methodist Episcopal Church. The church standing today was built in 1927. (386) 752-3701.
Richardson High School
255 Coach Anders Way
The high school was built in 1957 for the African American youth of Columbia County, and closed in the early 1970s. The gymnasium and basketball court still stand. The playing fields and gym are now part of the Richardson Community Center. (386) 758-5417.
Adapted from Florida Black Heritage Trail, published by the Florida Department of State, in partnership with VISIT FLORIDA, copyright 2007. For more information on African American sites, please visit flheritage.com.
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