Florida Historical Markers Programs - Marker Detail

Description: Homestead of H.S. William, his wife Cornelia, and children, Sidney and Myra. Williams moved to this in Rockledge in 1874, began construction of this house, and became construction of this house, and became one of the first "indian River Fruit" citrus Farmers, shipping his fruit under the label "lawndale" Williams was the first postmaster for the City of Rockledge (1875-1881) with a post office established at this site. He was also Brevard County Treasurer (1874-1883) and the first State Senator, representing Brevard county for two terms beginning in 1884. Williams was a profific author and a strong proponent of education, establishing one of the first schoolrooms in the area on the second floor of this house. Lawndale is one of the last remaining examples of Queen Anne style architecture in this area. It is listed in the National Reister of Historic Places as part of the Rockledge Drive Historic District. Preservation and Education Trust, Inc is restoring the property with grants from the Florida Division of Historical Resources