People

Alton Williams

Alton is a local historian and community advocate in East Altamonte. He led the restoration efforts of Evergreen Cemetery and the construction of the Brawner House Museum there.

Was there really a Fort Concord?

Oral tradition says it was located on the northern shore of Lake Concord, essentially in the Home Depot parking lot. I spoke about the "fort" extensively in this post: Casselberry's original settlement, Concord. Some legends state that it was built...

East Altamonte Clings to its Heritage

Against all odds, East Altamonte has persisted for over 130 years. The historically black community is surrounded by valuable real estate and three land-hungry municipalities. “In 20 years, Winwood will not exist,” Alcee Hastings, the community’s most famous son, said...