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On July 8 2024, the City of Debary partnered with the University of Central Florida Department of History and RICHES  to host their first history harvest at DeBary City Hall, located at 16 Colomba Road in DeBary, Florida.

Pictured: A black and white brochure entitled “Welcome to Sparkling DeBary and Deltona” distributed by the DeBary Chamber of Commerce. One side of the brochure contains a map of Florida with the location of DeBary highlighted. It reads, “DeBary Florida’s Fastest Growing Friendly Retirement Community. N.E.S. or West. See the entire state from DeBary, a self sustaining community having its own Medical Center – Bank – Savings and Loan – Fire and Police Department – Library – State headquarters for Florida Federation of Arts at DeBary Mansion. Lake Mary Estates, Inc. High, rolling tree shaded lots in a quiet suburban area. Located in DeBary, within a short drive from the Atlantic Ocean and many of Florida’s major attractions. Fully paved streets – city water & street lighting. Alice and William Thrower, Developer Ph. 668-6252 DeBary or write Lake Marie Estates, Inc. The other side reads, “Leisure Living Homes by James ‘Joe’ Davis Builder. General Contractor. 126 South Shell Road, DeBary, Florida 32713. Phone 668-4548. 2-3-4 bedroom homes built for you with our plans of Custom Designed. Custom built cabinets. Central hear included. Air cond optional.” There are three images of houses at the top of the page and a directory of all streets in DeBary and Deltona are listed below that.