Arcadia Mill- Ironstone

Ironstone is a natural resource that was used throughout the site. This sedimentary rock is comprised primarily of iron oxide and sand. Juan de la Rua, the first owner of the property, began mining the stone and sold it to ...

Arcadia Opera House

The Opera House is a museum piece that anchors the city's historic district.

The rambling Arcadia Opera House looks like it could hide a few ghosts.

“I’ve never seen one myself, but there have been quite a few sightings,” says proprietor James ...

Arcadia Mill Archaeological Site- Introduction

Welcome to Arcadia Mill! We are excited that you stopped by to explore our site. Arcadia Mill is a historical and archaeological site with a history spanning almost 200 years.

Arcadia was the largest water-powered industrial complex in antebellum Northwest ...

Arcadia

The county seat of DeSoto County, Arcadia is one of the oldest towns in the South Florida interior. Situated along the banks of the Peace River, it was originally home to a scattering of Native Americans in the sixteenth century, ...

Arcadia Christian Church

The town of Arcadia was established on the Gulf, Colorado, and Santa Fe Railroad in 1890. This church was organized in 1894 and represents the oldest surviving church in the community. Initial services were held by the Rev. T. Patterson ...