Our objective is to create a multi-purpose community center that can bring our citizens and neighbors in the greater Archer and Alachua County communities together.

RESTORATION

In 2003, the plan for the five acre parcel of land at the old Archer High School site located on the corner of Church Street and Hwy 27/41 has been developed through the Florida Community Design Center Volunteer Tom Smith and others along with Commissioner Roberta C. Lopez, the City of Archer Commissioners and Staff.

In 1936, the existing brick building was constructed under the Works Progress Administration (WPA), and was originally the gymnasium for the old Archer High School. It is a link to the history and memories of many of the residents of Archer.

Broadly conceived, the multi-purpose Community Center will be a gathering place for: weddings/receptions, elderly programs, youth and teen activities, theatrical and musical performances, club meetings, arts and crafts, indoor recreation, and other special events.

In 2005, the City of Archer received $320,481 from the State of Florida Historic Preservation.  More than $350,000 in-kind and cash came from local citizens, Alachua County Government, Corporations and friends of Archer to assist with the restoration of the old gymnasium.  With these funds we were able to complete Phase I.  The development Committee continues their efforts to raise the necessary funds to complete Phase II and welcome your support.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Commissioner Roberta C. Lopez, Chairperson at (352) 495-3035, or the City Manager of Archer at Archer City Hall (352) 495-2880.

Archer Community Center Auditorium Contribution Form