Punta Gorda

The name, Punta Gorda, comes from the Spanish, meaning Fat Point. This historic small town is a hidden treasure of Florida and lies as a “Fat Point”, sticking out into Charlotte Harbor – one of the US’s largest natural harbors.Punta Gorda was the scene of massive destruction after Hurricane Charley, a Category 4 hurricane, came through the city on August 13, 2004. Charley was the strongest tropical system to hit Florida since Hurricane Andrew in 1992.

Punta Gorda occupies a point where the Peace River meets Charlotte Harbor.

The Blanchard House and Museum of African American History and Culture of Charlotte County highlights the community that thrived from the town's founding until integration led residents to move away and businesses to close. In addition to exhibits, the museum will serve as a community center with a library of books by black writers, a book club, seminars on African-American history and culture, and leadership classes.

Punta Gorda in the 20th century still maintained steady growth. Charlotte County was formed in 1921 after DeSoto County was split. Also in 1921, the first bridge was constructed connecting Punta Gorda and Charlotte Harbor along the brand-new Tamiami Trail. This small bridge was replaced by the Barron Collier Bridge in 1931, and then by the current bridge crossing the Peace River.

 

18 °C


Clear, clear sky


Wind4.12 m/s
Cloudiness0 %
Temperature (min/max)17/19 °C
Pressure1019 hpa
Humidity59 %
Last update: 21 Dec 2024 @ 20:30

There are no reviews available. Be the first to submit a review!


Find Businesses and Services in Punta Gorda, Florida

Please select your preferred Industry:


Add a Business to Punta Gorda

Map of Punta Gorda

Do you have, or know of, a company or business that operates in Punta Gorda?

Click here to register and add the company!

Featured Businesses

Featured Businesses