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Ormond Beach, Florida

Located in Volusia County, Florida, Ormond Beach was established in 1880. Early auto racing predates Daytona Speedway. Rockefeller wintered here.
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Founded 1880 | Population 43,000 | Peak 43,000 (2024) | County Volusia County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Ormond Beach, Florida

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1880 Founded: Ormond Beach was founded as a railroad town in Volusia County.
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1885 Railroad Era: Railroad connections spurred growth and commerce in Ormond Beach.
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1903 Racing: Birthplace of Speed.
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1930 Economic Development: Ormond Beach grew through the automobile industry.
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2010 Modern Era: Ormond Beach continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1880 Culture
Founded
1885 Transport
Railroad Era
1903 Sports
Racing
1930 Industry
Economic Development
2010 Culture
Modern Era

Did You Know?

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Early auto racing predates Daytona Speedway.
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Rockefeller wintered here.
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North of Daytona Beach.
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Ormond Beach is located in Volusia County, Florida.
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Ormond Beach was founded in 1880.

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Famous People from Ormond Beach, Florida

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Adelbert Ames
Union Army General, Politician · Born Oct 31, 1835 · Died Apr 13, 1933 (age 97)
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