Welcome to Historic Apalachicola, Florida
Apalachicola is a close-knit community of hard-working, friendly people who enjoy the good life that thorough historical preservation, beautiful wildlife, and easy water access allow. Each day in our fair city begins with a brilliant sunrise reflecting off the Apalachicola Bay and ends with a red-hued sunset over miles of wildlands. Small town restaurants, shops, and bars offer an array of delights for citizens and visitors alike. A fascinating history and maritime culture, bountiful natural resources, fresh local seafood, and hardy loyal citizens create an unparalleled quality of life here in the Florida panhandle.
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The City of Apalachicola will host a workshop on Tuesday, April 8 at 5 pm to review updates to its 2017 Vulnerability Analysis (VA). The workshop will cover the updated findings from storm surge models. Based on and will identify vulnerable critical assets in the City and prioritizing areas and assets for protection from potential future storm events. The draft report is available to review online at the City of Apalachicola.com. Review the report here.
Read MoreOn March, 28th 2025 from 11:30 am-1:30 pm the City of Apalachicola will be conducting a Q & A on the Fair Housing Act at the Holy Family senior center in Apalachicola. All are welcome to attend.
Read MoreDue to a delay in sending out the water bills this month, bills will be due on March 20th, and the 10% penalty will be waived.
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Welcome to Apalachicola!
Our beautiful city is one of the oldest port cities in the state of Florida. Established in 1831, Apalachicola boosts a rich and unique past. Glimpses of that by-gone era can still be viewed today through our charming shops, inviting parks, historic museums and acclaimed restaurants serving fresh locally-caught seafood. Additional maritime life is evident through picturesque Scipio Creek which flows into a vast ecosystem where the vital Apalachicola River meets the Apalachicola Bay, creating a natural and pristine estuary that eventually flows into the Gulf of Mexico.
This special place I call home is truly a gem and I am honored to serve as its first female mayor, a position I do not take lightly. As mayor, I am tasked with serving my fellow residents, working alongside my friends, and being an ambassador for our visitors. These are roles I eagerly embrace for I am proud to be a representative of such a remarkable city.
The name “Apalachicola” is said to mean . . . “land of friendly people.” Living and working together with my fellow Apalachicolians, I can completely vouch for the accuracy of that label and as our city continues to grow and prosper, it is my desire that the same inviting charm that intrigued you to live, work, play and visit here, will seep into your spirit and keep you here.
Again, welcome to our historic city.
Humbly,
