One of finest Victorian homes in the city. Fernandina Beach . R.V. Schuyler, architect. 2 and a half stories, frame, arcaded front and side porches, 3-story central tower. Home of George Rainsford Fairbanks, state senator, newspaper editor, and author of three popular books of Florida history.
Present use is for apartments.
19th century-20th century. 347 buildings, of which 296 are of historical significance, within a 50-block area. Although the city lost much importance after dredging permitted Jacksonville better access to the sea, Fernandina Beach had a brief period of prosperity in the late 19th century, when many of its finer homes were built. Area extended in 1987. Fernandina Beach .