History comes alive on this incredible walking tour through Florida's history.
The itinerary begins in Maitland and concludes in Eatonville, where you can delve deeper into the past century.
The walking tour is a great way to learn about history in both Maitland and Eatonville.
It begins at Lake Lily Park, where our dedicated tour guides will describe the locations as we pass along our journey through the town.
Our History
We strive to commemorate the lives of Josiah Eaton, Lewis Lawrence, Charles Hungerford, Joe Clark, and the many citizens of Maitland. In 1887, these men, along with the 27 black founders of the historical town of Eatonville, worked together to create and unknowingly establish the oldest incorporated black municipality in America.
We have created a walking tour telling the story of the historical sites from Maitland, through Eatonville, and ending back in Maitland. With our tour, a series of storytelling events, advocacy, and partnerships, we share about these two beloved communities and work to preserve the spirit of the very sensitive land deal of its time. Through our work hope to continue spreading our message “We are better together.”
In God We Trust
Meet Our Guides
Our walking tour guides are seasoned historians with over 30 years of expertise, as well as dedicated community leaders. They bring a unique blend of historical knowledge and local commitment to the Eatonville and Maitland communities.
John Beacham
Founder & Tour Expert
Walking Tour Curator
Maitland Eatonville Historian
Dr Scott French
Maitland & Eatonville Historian
Beth Landa
Tour Guides
Information Officer
Maitland–Eatonville Heritage Presenter
Collect Moments. Not Things.
Collect Moments. Not Things.
A tour of Eatonville is an opportunity to learn about the fascinating history of this town and its people. We offer a variety of tours that focus on different aspects of Eatonville’s past, from its founding to its present-day renaissance. Whether you’re interested in black history, Florida history, or just want to learn more about an amazing hidden gem, we have a tour that’s perfect for you. Book a tour with us today and experience Eatonville like never before!