Home of the John G. Riley House: America 250 FL
419 E Jefferson StTallahassee FL 32301
The John G. Riley House, built circa 1890 in Tallahassee’s Smokey Hollow neighborhood, stands as the last surviving home of a once-thriving Black middle-class community. Occupied by John Gilmore Riley, a former enslaved man turned educator, civic leader, and real estate entrepreneur, it reflects Black progress during Reconstruction and segregation. Riley became principal of Lincoln Academy, Tallahassee’s first local high school for African Americans, in 1892 and served until retiring in 1926. Riley died in 1954, the same year that the U.S. Supreme Court handed down its decision in Brown v. Board of Education. Today, the property is a living testament to the resilience and leadership of African Americans in Florida's capital.
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The John G. Riley House, built circa 1890 in Tallahassee’s Smokey Hollow neighborhood, stands as the last surviving home of a once-thriving Black middle-class community. Occupied by John Gilmore Riley, a former enslaved man turned educator, civic leader, and real estate entrepreneur, it reflects Black progress during Reconstruction and segregation. Riley became principal of Lincoln Academy, Tallahassee’s first local high school for African Americans, in 1892 and served until retiring in 1926. Riley died in 1954, the same year that the U.S. Supreme Court handed down its decision in Brown v. Board of Education. Today, the property is a living testament to the resilience and leadership of African Americans in Florida's capital.
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North Florida’s largest beer festival returns to the air-conditioned Donald L. Tucker Civic Center this Saturday, August 8! 🍻
Sample more than 400 craft beers, ciders, and seltzers from across the country while enjoying live music, local vendors, food, and axe throwing all under one roof.
🍻 @tlhbeerfest
📍 Donald L. Tucker Civic Center
⏰ Saturday, August 8 | 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
🎟️ Tickets still available - tlhbeerfest.com
When it comes to enjoying our beautiful year-round weather, local garden tours are always a hit, especially when those gardens happen to serve world-class craft beer. Tallahassee’s award-winning craft brewery scene combines great outdoor spaces with locally made beers, spirits, and live entertainment.
Heading to the @tlhbeerfest on August 8th? Check out our roundup of local beer gardens and what to order while you`re in town by clicking the link in bio.
Friday plans: set. ✅
This Friday at Railroad Square = art, music, makers, and that electric First Friday vibe. 🎨✨ Explore open studios, vendors, and food trucks under the lights and beautiful fall weather.
📍 Railroad Square Art District | First Friday
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Wine not treat yourself? 🍷
Whether you’re into bold reds, crisp whites, or something unexpected, their rotating wine list and cozy Midtown setting make every visit a reason to celebrate. Grab a glass (or a flight!), and if you come hungry, their cheese boards, paninis, and weekend pasta specials make it even easier to stay awhile.
📍 Hummingbird Kitchen & Wine Bar
📸 @hummingbirdwinebar
There`s a reason Liberty Bar & Restaurant has been a neighborhood favorite for years. This legendary neighborhood cocktail spot delivers an incredibly creative, upscale take on pub fare, with dishes like Scotch Egg, Duck Confit Mac & Cheese, and Nduja-stuffed Flounder. You can try these featured items and more as part of their exclusive three-course menu for Tallahassee Restaurant Week now through July 26th. Comment "TRW" to get the link to their full menu sent straight to your DMs.
Big day for @huntsmanrestaurants! 🎉 With our partners at @visitflorida, we got to hand-deliver something special: an official MICHELIN Guide Recommendation plaque for Chef Skylar and the team.
This recognition is a proud moment for Tallahassee`s growing culinary scene and a well-earned tribute to the team`s talent, hospitality, and commitment to elevating the dining experience. We`re thrilled to see them putting Florida`s Capital City on the map.
Join us in congratulating Chef Skylar and the entire Huntsman team!
Tallahassee Restaurant Week starts today! 🍽️
We want your dining experience to be seamless, so we mapped out a quick FAQ guide. Take a look to see how simple it is to support over 25 of your favorite local restaurants over the next 10 days.
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