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centennial FLAGLER CENTENNIAL Flagler County Celebrates 100 Years! How It All Started : On June 11, 1917, residents voted overwhelmingly to approve the establishment of Flagler County by carving out portions of both St. Johns and Volusia counties. Efforts began immediately to institute a county form of government in accordance with the Constitution of the State of Florida, and naming of the county. Isaac I. Moody, the former chairman of the St. Johns County Commission, was instrumental in the creation of Flagler County, but he declined to have the County named in his honor. He recommended instead that the County be named for Henry Flagler, a businessman and entrepreneur who opened Florida to the rest of the nation by bringing dependable rail transportation to the state. Historic Sites & Experiences Bulow Plantation Ruins 3501 Old King Rd, Flagler Beach 386-517-2084 www.floridastateparks.org/Bulow-Plantation Flagler County and the incorporated municipalities of Beverly Beach, Bunnell, Flagler Beach, Marineland and Palm Coast continue to thrive by placing great emphasis on the responsible growth of agriculture, business, tourism, and land development. The citizens and elected officials of Flagler County have worked tirelessly for the past century to create a legacy that pays an on-going tribute to Flagler's past, present and future through a strong sense of family, hard work, and dedication. Flagler County's first 100 years is grounded in historical perspective while, more importantly, it looks to the future. Flagler County has become a location for businesses to build, expand and thrive, as well as a popular tourism destination. Little Red Schoolhouse 1001 E Howe St, Bunnell 386-437-7533 By appointment only Flagler Beach Historical Museum 207 S Central Ave, Flagler Beach 386-517-2025 www.flaglerbeachmuseum.com Mala Compra Plantation Archeological Site 5862 N Oceanshore Blvd, Palm Coast 386-313-4020 www.flaglercounty.org Flagler County Historic Bus Tour 200 E Moody Blvd, Bunnell Call ahead for tour times 386-439-5003 www.flaglerlibraryfriend.com/holden Princess Place Preserve 2500 Princess Place Rd, Palm Coast Call ahead for tour times 386-313-4020 www.flaglercounty.org Holden House and Annex 204 E Moody Blvd, Bunnell 386-437-0600 www.flaglerlibraryfriend.com/holden 10    flaglerchamber.org  •  visitflagler.com