The Hotel Buckingham originally served as an office for the Buckingham Smith Association. Following Smith's passing the building was remodeled and opened as the Hotel Buckingham in 1895.

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Located within the heart of St. Augustine's tourism district, the Buckingham was surrounded by Henry Flagler's Hotels, the Granada, and Villa Zorayda. Truly a marvel in its day the Buckingham reportedly provided guests with electricity, baths, and fireplaces. The hotel exchanged hands many times, and had several proprietors during its run.

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The Hotel Buckingham was officially closed in 1964, today the Flagler College Gymnasium stands where the Buckingham once welcomed its guests.

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Text by Clayton Junkins