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Loxahatchee - The Name

According to some recollections, the word Loxahatchee is a translation of the original Indian name which was Loochahatchee - looch meaning fool and hatchee meaning creek. When written, “och” is two semi circles meeting in the middle, similar to an “x” - loahatchee. The Indian translation for lox is turtle. So, when Loxahatchee was written on maps it was translated as turtle’s creek.

A Guide to Finding Us

Click [here] for maps that will help you find us.

Loxahatchee - Once Upon a Time

A video produced by Bob & Ellie Hope recalling the origins and history of Loxahatchee Groves. Includes photographs from pioneer Tom Bensel & Arthur Murray. Commentary by Ruth Robinson.

WMV - Windows media (59mb)

FLV - Flash video (56mb)

3GP - Mobile 3G phone (24mb)

Roads & Subdivisions

Bill Hammond discusses the history of our roads and subdivisions. Hear how many of our roads were named and how some of our subdivisions were made. Click on the image at left to hear the 29 minute audio. This is a lower quality audio to accommodate network speeds. Look for a higher quality CD sometime soon.

Judge Bailey's Stories of Old Florida

Listen to Judge Bailey tell stories of old Florida.
Origins
Ocean Coves
Cur Dogs
The Whip
Crackers
Colt
The Trail
Home

Photo Album

See photos and videos of our recent past as well as some of our history. If you would like to share a story or historical photograph, please send it to WebMaster@LoxGroves.net. If you can't send it via email, please send a note and I will return my mailing address. Or, you can "stop by" and I will copy and return your material immediately. I can scan photos up to 8 1/2 x 11 as well as 35mm slides and negatives. I can also copy most digital camera flash cards.

Loxahatchee Groves Neighborhood Plan

The mission of the Plan was to preserve the existing unique qualities of the community, yet to improve the quality of life for the residents. The Plan identified issues facing the community and offered solutions to those problems. The plan also stated goals which it strived to achieve.

In addition, the plan contains a section describing the history of the area.

History of the Royal Palm Beach Pines Natural Area

An excellent history compiled by ERM that chronicles not only the Natural Area's history but Loxahatchee Groves and the surrounding communities as well.