Friday, October 9, 2026

Question: Which Florida town is home to the state’s oldest continuously operating library?

Answer: DeFuniak Springs. The Walton-DeFuniak Library opened in 1887 and has operated from the same purpose-built building ever since. Created through the Chautauqua education movement, it was supported by local women who raised money through memberships, meals, and ice cream socials. Today, its collections include thousands of books and an unusual display of antique weapons and armor.