On May 27, 2022, the historic Leonard Reid House was successfully relocated from Sarasota’s Rosemary District (formerly Overtown) to its new home in the Newtown community. Originally built in 1926, the 1,400-square-foot structure was moved to a city-owned lot at 2529 North Orange Avenue.
The relocation was a significant preservation effort, ensuring that an important piece of Sarasota’s Black history remained intact. By placing the home within Newtown, the project strengthened the community’s role as a center for African American heritage and storytelling.
