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The past comes alive inside the historic Stranahan House in Fort Lauderdale,
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intriguing look at past local happenings. Built back in 1901, the Stranahan
House has served as a number of important Fort Lauderdale institutions. From
it's humble beginnings as a family home to its central role as town post office
and bank, the Stranahan House has undergone a number of self-renovations.
Recently restored to its original condition, the Stranahan House now functions
as one of Fort Lauderdale's main museums. A must-see southern Florida
attraction, the Stranahan House was founded as a non-profit institution in 1984.
Located along the New River in downtown Fort Lauderdale, the Stranahan is easily
accessible by foot or car rental, so don't miss your chance to check it out.
A house that keeps on giving
The Stranahan House has long been a part of the Fort Lauderdale community,
providing visitors with a place to do business, socialize and entertain.
Originally built as a trading post for settlers and the Seminole Indians in
1901, the Stranahan House quickly evolved into the area post office, community
center and town hall. The original architect of the building, Frank Stranahan,
selected the spot on New River because of its proximity to the local barge
landing. The Stranahan House earned Frank a great amount of prestige during his
lifetime, as he became the first postmaster, banker and businessperson of Fort
Lauderdale. Stranahan would later marry a local pioneer woman by the name of
Julia Cromartie. As of 1906, the Stranahan House was used primarily as a
personal residence for the Stranahan family, until Ivy Stranahan's death in
1971. In 1973, the house was named to the National Register of Historic Places.
The Fort Lauderdale Historic Society would later take possession of the house in
1979. A thorough restoration was performed and the house is now open to
customers of Affordable Florida Van Rentals in Miami Ft Laude WPB & Orlando
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House highlights and interesting features
The Stranahan House contains a number of interesting architectural and
structural features. Built entirely of Dade County pine, the house is a
wonderful example of Florida vernacular architecture in a tropical wilderness
setting. The house had been expanded and renovated many times during its
lifetime, but the current configuration represents its original state.
Highlights in the house including electric wiring, indoor plumbing, running
water, interior stairways, bay windows and wide porches. Customers of Affordable
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paneling. These features have been refinished and repainted to showoff the
original white and green trimmings. A new roof has also been added to the house
in order to meet local hurricane specifications. Fine examples of Victorian
period furniture decorate the house along with a number of decorative items.
A part of Fort Lauderdale's blossoming downtown
Today, Stranahan House functions as the eastern anchor of Fort Lauderdale's
acclaimed RiverWalk. Customers of Affordable Florida Van Rentals in Miami Ft
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are therefore invited to visit this historic landmark as part of a cultural
exploration of the downtown area. Other exciting attractions along RiverWalk
include the Performing Arts Center and the Museum of Discovery and Science.
Admission to the Stranahan House is just $10 for adults, $9 for seniors and $5
for children. Group tours of the house can be arranged in advance for any day of
the week. Twelve or more people are required for a tour. Tours cost $7 per
person.
If you're interested in learning more about the history of Fort Lauderdale
during your upcoming Affordable Florida Van Rentals in Miami Ft Laude WPB &
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there's no better place to start than the Stranahan House. To learn more about
his local legend please log onto the official Stranahan House website at
www.stranahanhouse.org. The Stranahan House is open Wednesday through
Saturday from 10am to 3pm and Sundays from 1pm to 3pm. Customers of Affordable
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Olas Boulevard and 6th Avenue. Parking is available at the Riverside Parking
Garage.
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