Downtown Homestead became famous as the hub of South Florida’s early railroad pioneer expansion at the dawn of the 20th century. The Florida East Coast Railway was extended south and the Downtown District began to take shape with a variety of commercial and public buildings. 

Historic Downtown Homestead qualified for listing on the National Register of Historic Places as being both associated with significant historical events and containing distinctive architectural styles. As you stroll through Downtown, you’ll find examples of Masonry Vernacular, Art Deco, Mission Revival, Italian Romanesque Revival, and Neoclassical Revival.  

For a self-guided walking tour that explores our history and shows how Downtown Homestead has evolved, pick up a copy of Homestead Then & Now.