Rollins College Historical Marker

Rollins College, Florida's oldest institution of higher education, was founded on April 28, 1885 in Sanford. It was incorporated, organized, and named in the Lyman Bank Building by a group of esteemed individuals, including Rev. E.P. Hooker, Rev. J.A. Tomlinson, Hon. F.W. Lyman, and Rev. S.D. Smith. The college's founding was commemorated on its fiftieth anniversary with the placement of a marker in downtown Sanford, sponsored by the Sallie Harrison Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution and other citizens of Sanford and Seminole County.

This historical marker, placed on April 28, 1935, serves as a testament to the significant role Rollins College played in the development of education in Florida. It stands as a reminder of the college's semicentennial and the dedication of the community in preserving its rich history.

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