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Jacksonville

Edward Waters College was founded in 1866 by the African Methodist Episcopal Church (AME) for the education of newly freed slaves. Located near downtown Jacksonville, Florida, the college currently sits on 23 acres and houses Centennial Hall (a nationally registered historic structure), the school’s oldest building which was constructed in 1916. A historically black college, Edward Waters College is currently a private, Christian, liberal arts college, is the oldest black college in Florida. It is a member of the United Negro College Fund.

Edward Waters College initially opened its doors as Brown Theological Institute. The school was forced to close for most of the 1870s due to financial difficulties, but re-opened in 1883 with an extended educational program. It also adopted its current name which honors the third bishop of the AME church. The college was destroyed in Great (Jacksonville) Fire of 1901, the largest urban fire in southeast United States.  Three years later in 1904 the AME church began rebuilding the college.  For the majority of the College’s years of operation, the AME Church also raised money to clear the school’s debt and construct most of the buildings on the College’s campus.
Edward Waters College was founded in 1866 by the African Methodist Episcopal Church (AME) for the education of newly freed slaves. Located near downtown Jacksonville, Florida, the college currently sits on 23 acres and houses Centennial Hall (a nationally registered historic structure), the school’s oldest building which was constructed in 1916. A historically black college, Edward Waters College is currently a private, Christian, liberal arts college, is the oldest black college in Florida. It is a member of the United Negro College Fund.

Edward Waters College initially opened its doors as Brown Theological Institute. The school was forced to close for most of the 1870s due to financial difficulties, but re-opened in 1883 with an extended educational program. It also adopted its current name which honors the third bishop of the AME church. The college was destroyed in Great (Jacksonville) Fire of 1901, the largest urban fire in southeast United States.  Three years later in 1904 the AME church began rebuilding the college.  For the majority of the College’s years of operation, the AME Church also raised money to clear the school’s debt and construct most of the buildings on the College’s campus.
Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens which includes art as well as a family
Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens which includes art
Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens featuring art and interior views as well as a couple

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Top hotels in Northwest

Apm Inn and Suite

Apm Inn and Suite

2 out of 5
510 Lane Ave S Jacksonville FL
Stay at this hotel in Jacksonville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
6.6/10 (1,035 reviews)
Not meet my needs

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

Apm Inn and Suite
Sleep Inn & Suites Jacksonville West

Sleep Inn & Suites Jacksonville West

2.5 out of 5
6535 Ramona Blvd Jacksonville FL
The price is ₹7,175 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
₹7,175
₹8,144 total
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Jacksonville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Merrett Park and Normandy Lane Plaza ...
7.6/10 Good! (580 reviews)
Parking was safe, employees very nice and helpful. Pool wasn't cleaned and carpet in room had a musty smell only bad thing. Other than that i enjoyed my stay. Ac worked well and heater.

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Sleep Inn & Suites Jacksonville West
Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach

Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach

2.5 out of 5
715 1st St N Jacksonville Beach FL
The price is ₹14,781 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
₹14,781
₹16,777 total
9 Mar - 10 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Jacksonville Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,743 reviews)
The room was clean and well appointed. Yhe staff was very friendly and accommodating. We enjoyed our beach/ocean view and full balcony. The bar is excellent and drinks are unique and delicious!

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach
Hyatt Regency Jacksonville

Hyatt Regency Jacksonville

4 out of 5
225 E Coastline Dr Jacksonville FL
The price is ₹14,038 per night from 3 Apr to 4 Apr
₹14,038
₹16,092 total
3 Apr - 4 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Jacksonville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,531 reviews)
I should have asked for a handicap room

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

Hyatt Regency Jacksonville
Wyndham Garden Jacksonville

Wyndham Garden Jacksonville

3 out of 5
4660 Salisbury Road Jacksonville FL
The price is ₹7,721 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
₹7,721
₹8,763 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Jacksonville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,826 reviews)
Its s very nice hotel. Staff were all exceptional. Pool is great. Extremely busy yet wiman at the desk was excellent shekeot everybody moving and happy. She deserves ⁰a big pat on the back and an extra day off with pay. Most people would haved cracked under that much pressure. I admire her work ethic ...

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

Wyndham Garden Jacksonville
Hampton Inn Jacksonville Beach/Oceanfront

Hampton Inn Jacksonville Beach/Oceanfront

3 out of 5
1515 1st St N Jacksonville Beach FL
The price is ₹16,477 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
₹16,477
₹18,701 total
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Jacksonville Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, 2 outdoor pools and a beach locale. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,658 reviews)
Location plus, on the beach, hot tub and swimming pool resort style. Tiki bar is convenient, great beach

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

Hampton Inn Jacksonville Beach/Oceanfront
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Other neighbourhoods around Northwest

Aerial View Over Highways Downtown City Jacksonville Florida

Riverside

Riverside is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens and 5 Points West Shopping Center.

Riverside
Beauty

Urban Core

While you're in Urban Core, take in top sights like Jacksonville Museum of Modern Art or Florida Theatre, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Rosa Parks Station or James Weldon Johnson Park Station.

Urban Core
Downtown Jacksonville which includes skyline, a city and a river or creek

Downtown Jacksonville

2.5/5(4 area reviews)

Florida Theatre and Jacksonville Museum of Modern Art are top sights in Downtown Jacksonville, and you should be sure to explore the stunning river views. Hop aboard the metro at Riverplace Station or Kings Avenue Station to see more sights in the area.

Downtown Jacksonville
Beautiful aerial view of the St Augustine, the oldest town in USA. the castle of San Marcos National Monument, Flagler College and the Matanzas Bay

San Marco

Visitors to San Marco enjoy its bars, and if you want to do some exploring, Theatre Jacksonville is worth a stop.

San Marco
Empty Docks on the River

Westside

While visiting Westside, you might make a stop by sights like Jacksonville Equestrian Center and Normandy Lane Plaza Shopping Center.

Westside
Radical flower

Northside

3/5(3 area reviews)

While visiting Northside, you might make a stop by sights like Oceanway Community Center and Anheuser-Busch Brewery.

Northside


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