Hallstrom Farmstead, Florida, United States
4.5 (25 reviews) Spent < 1 hour Ranking #24 in Vero Beach Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings
Lovely House
Swedish immigrant and horticulturist, Axel Hallstrom, moved from Minnesota to Florida in 1904 for a warmer climate for his sickly wife, and land to grow tropical trees and fruits. He later purchased 100 acres on the "golden ridge," the tropical sand dune that runs along the western side of the Indian River. First he grew pineapples, then citrus fruit. By 1918 his brick three-story home was completed and stands today on five acres of property, bequeathed to the Indian River County Historical Society in 1999 when Axel's only daughter, Ruth, passed away. This beautiful home is filled with the original furnishings and archives from the Hallstrom family. It is open Monday through Friday and the last Saturday of the month from 1-4 pm. Many Swedish holidays are celebrated here including St. Lucia Christmas, Fika Pause, and Axel Name Day. A donation of $5 a person is suggested to help maintain the house and gardens.
Address
1723 Old Dixie Hwy SW, Vero Beach, FL 32962-6606
Mobile
Website
http://www.facebook.com/hallstromhouse/
Current local date and time now
Saturday, May 11, 2024, 7:02
User Ratings
4.5 based on (25 reviews)
Reviews
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5everydestination 5:00 PM Feb 6, 2015
Loved this house museum.
For a $5 contribution I received a personal tour and learned about a man from Sweden (via Minneapolis) who was a successful businessman despite his 6th grade education. Recommended!
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5Eileen D 5:00 PM Nov 19, 2015
Great for a history buff, loaded with antiques, captures a bye-gone era
First - know that the map here on T A is WRONG. The Farmstead is about 4 miles south of where this site says - use another source. The home is a delightful relic from the early days here in rural Florida, but the house and original furnishings are first class. The docents weave a fascinating tale of the family and life in the area. The last living relative preserved the home and handed it over to the local historical society to preserve and they've done a great job. We spent nearly an hour touring the home.
