(Source of picture: Florida State Archives)

Fortunately, some things don't change:  The octopus-like oak from Dixieland Park still stands.  It's called the Treaty Oak because of old myths about Native American peace accords having been signed under its branches. 

The majestic tree is located in Jessie Ball DuPont Park on the Southside.  It rises to height of 66 feet, and its crown spreads over 145 feet, with twisting branches that bow to the ground & curl back up.  According to a note on the above picture, the oak shades an area of 190 in diameter.  The tree is less than 200 years old, but it still ranks as one of the oldest living things in Jacksonville.  It may've been here when Isaiah Hart founded the city during the 1820s. 

Decorated with hundreds of electric lights, Treaty Oak stood in the midst of much excitement during the days of Dixieland Park. 

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