Welcome to Hendry County
Dive into the rich history of your family in Hendry County, Florida. Our curated resources are designed to guide you through local-level research, offering insights and tools crucial for uncovering your past. Explore with us and uncover the stories that shape you.
Using the menu above you can explore the area history, county records, and even photos donated to the site.
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Our History
Hendry County was created in 1923. It was named for Captain Francis A. Hendry, one of the first white settlers. Hendry County lies on the southern shore of Lake Okeechobee and touches the banks of the Caloosahatchee River. This is the Everglades - River of Grass.
While the land and waters are ancient, the county is young and remains
agricultural. Hendry County is the site of the Big Cypress Seminole
Indian Reservation. Hendry was formed from Lee County on May 11,
1923. The only two incorporated cities are LaBelle, the county seat,
and Clewiston, home to US Sugar.
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