MANDARIN COMMUNITY CLUB, INC.
JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA

Founded in 1923, Mandarin Community Club, Inc. (MCC) has a rich history rooted in community service and cultural preservation. Initially formed from the Liberty League during World War I to support war efforts at the historic Mandarin School building—a school established by author Harriet Beecher Stowe—MCC continues its mission today as a not-for-profit organization located near the St. Johns River in Jacksonville, Florida's Mandarin district. The club has maintained its commitment since 1987 under the leadership of figures such as President Mark J. Waterman and Treasurer Pat Adams. It operates with a primary focus on preserving Mandarin's history, enhancing local education, culture, and recreation, and managing three historic properties within the area. The organization is instrumental in beautifying regions like San Jose Boulevard and fostering public art through initiatives such as the annual Mandarin Art Festival—an event that has garnered thousands of visitors since 1968. In recent years, MCC engaged in substantial refurbishments to preserve its historic clubhouse—originally a Walter Jones Post Office and General Store—and continues this preservation work with community partnerships like those with the Mandarin Museum and Historic Society. This organization not only serves as a hub for cultural events but also plays a crucial role in sustaining local heritage awareness. Headquartered at 12447 Mandarin Rd, Jacksonville, FL, MCC is registered under Florida's official business registry (File No: N20204) and maintains transparent communication with the public through its website, mandarincommunityclub.com. The club remains firmly committed to its mission of enhancing Mandarin both culturally and recreationally for current residents and future generations alike.