Homeland: Natural Beauty

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Homeland, an unincorporated community in Polk County, Florida, is a hidden gem with a rich history and natural beauty. Here are some key details:

Homeland Heritage Park:

• Located in Bartow, Florida, Homeland Heritage Park is a historical park that preserves Polk County’s oldest buildings.
• Notable structures include:
  • 1878 Homeland School building
  • 1887 Old Homeland Methodist Church
  • 1880 Raulerson House
  • An English family’s log cabin and barn from 1888.
• The park serves as an educational site, showcasing pioneer life in Florida during the 19th century.
• It’s a popular venue for rustic weddings and hosts annual heritage festivals.
• Address: 249 Church Avenue, Homeland, FL 33847

Alafia River Rendezvous

• • Each January, thousands gather in Homeland to reenact life before 1840.
  • This event, known as the Alafia River Rendezvous, is one of the largest living history events in the southeast.
  • Visitors can learn about pioneer skills, enjoy 18th-century music, crafts, and daily living demonstrations.
  • The Metis’ Indians also establish a traditional native village with teepees.

Mosaic Peace River Park:

• • Once known as Kissengen Spring, this site discharged 20 million gallons of spring water per day into the Peace River.
  • Today, it’s the Mosaic Peace River Park, offering over 7.5 miles of multi-use trails and a one-mile boardwalk through cypress floodplain forests down to the Peace River.