Hi Antoinette, The URL below is for the Alachua County FL genweb site. There are usually a number of volunteers listed from the local area who are willing to do research for people. Also there is always the chance the information you need is listed on the site or links to get to it. Don't forget the local genealogical society or historical society. Check for published county histories. The University of Florida is there,too. They should have a wealth of information on local history. Hope this helps Gayle http://www.rootsweb.com/~flalachu/ > Good evening, > I am looking for information on plantations in area of Gainesville, > Florida. I'd like to know where exactly they were located and the names of > them, and the owner. If anyone could help me I'd be grateful. I am at a dead > end trying to find enslaved ancestors. > > Thank you in advance, > Antoinette