Inverness, Florida was originally known as Tompkinsville. The city was established in 1889, incorporated in 1919 and was named in honor of its sister city in Scotland. Inver is Gaelic for "mouth of the River". When looking out at the Tsala-Apopka chain of lakes, the name is apropo. It was not until much debate and physical moving did Inverness become the true County seat. In the late 1890's, it was decided that Mannfield was to no longer be the county seat of Citrus County. Many continued to argue on Mannfield's behalf and in the middle of the night, the courthouse and everything in it was moved to Inverness by way of horse and buggy. One of the things that was moved was the county clerk W.C. Zimmerman, who refused to leave his desk. Therefore, the desk, the chair and Zimmerman himself was 'stolen' and taken to Inverness.
Inverness is not only the county seat of Citrus County, Florida but is the main hub to all that this beautiful county has to offer. The Citrus County Courthouse, built in 1912, still stands proud in the center of the city with its incredible clock tower and copper cupola. No longer it is used for county affairs, it now serves as a musuem, providing tales of this incredible city's history. Inverness is the home to one of the largest festivals in Citrus County, The Annual Cooter Festival! Every year in October, folks travel for miles to be a part of this unique and entertaining festival. Offering a full week of live music, kayak races, poker runs, carnival rides, vendors and many contests and food, the Annual Cooter Festival, named after the local Cooter Turtles, is one that no person should miss.
With Inverness, Florida being surrounded by some of the most pristine woodlands and waterways that Florida has to offer, the outdoor activities here are endless. From fishing and hunting to bird watching and paddling, Inverness is a nature lovers paradise.
This city is made up of many neighborhoods with 100 year old oaks lining the roadways, luxury waterfront homes and beautiful lake front properties. The real estate options are ever changing in this incredible community. Relocating to Inverness, Florida is ideal for those that want to get away from the hustle and bustle of today's world and stand back and enjoy a life of community, family picnics and annual festivals!
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