Historical Marker Program

The Charlotte County Historical Marker Program was established in 2005 to recognize historical resources, persons, and events that are significant in the areas of architecture, archaeology, Charlotte County history, and traditional culture. Informative markers are placed at these sites of historic and visual interest.

Historical MarkersCharlotte Harbor Cemetery historical marker, a sturdy sign giving information about the cemetery's past


Waterway Interpretive Signs

thin metal sign on a trestle which reads Placida Trestle ca. 1907. Charlotte Harbor & Northern CH&N Railway to Boca Grande was completed in 1907 allowing the movement of phosphate to Port Boca Grande. There is a QR code labeled scan here for history.

The Waterway Interpretive Signs Program was established in 2019 to recognize historical resources along the waterways that are significant in the areas of architecture, archaeology, Charlotte County history and traditional culture. As a coastal community, Charlotte County's history has been substantially shaped by its abundance of and easy access to waterways.

Join in

The purpose of the Historical Marker Program is to increase public awareness of the rich cultural heritage of our community, to encourage historic preservation, and to enhance the enjoyment of local historic sites for visitors and residents alike. You're invited to visit these sites or take the Heritage Landmark Virtual Tour.

Public suggestions regarding historical markers should be directed to Charlotte County History Services. For those who would like to sponsor a marker, the cost ranges from $1600 - $2300. Markers must meet the Heritage Landmark Criteria.