A1A Scenic & Historic Coastal Byway

A byway visitor reads an interpretive sign at Old Spanish Coquina Quarry in Anastasia State Park, St. Augustine, Florida.

The entrance sign to Anastasia State Park states that it is a National Gold Medal Winner among state parks.

Two visitors to the Anastasia State Park stroll through a shady grove on the Old Spanish Quarry Trail.

A happy hiker exits the Old Spanish Quarry Trail at Anastasia State Park

A vacationer cools her feet in the ocean at Guana Beach State Park.

This palm-lined walkway provides access to the beachfront in Marineland, Florida.

The cyan waters of this lagoon against the warm green backdrop of trees emphasizes the warm climate of the Marineland, Florida area.

Lush green plant life thrives alongside the road near Marineland of Florida.

A deep blue arch and covered walkway marks the gateway to Marineland of Florida, the world's first oceanarium.

Four cannons defend the time-tested walls of Castillo de San Marcos, the oldest masonry fort in the United States.

A visitor walks along the seawall during low tide at Castillo de San Marcos, with the coquina stone fortress as a commanding presence in the background.

A weathered stone tablet marks the tree-shaded entrance to Bings Landing County Park.

White wooden fences and stone wall gateposts contain the natural flora at the entrance to Washington Oaks Gardens State Park.

An elderly couple admires the collection of flowers at this homegrown market stall at Flagler Beach.

The bright tablecloths compete with the wide variety of fruits to catch the customers' attention at this farmer's market in Flagler Beach.

Large Hollywood-style white letters on the side of a beach house announce the location of the Flagler Beach Pier. The Pier provides many fishing opportunities.

Spreading palms and a white fountain grace the lawn near Flagler Beach Pier. The Pier has several restaurants and souvenir shops.

A few visitors rest near the shaded picnic tables, while others enjoy the accessible shoreline at Flagler Beach Pier.

A detailed photo of the natural landscape features timeworn coquina stone, a popular choice in local buildings. Pressure applied over millions of years forms coquina from millions of seashells and small marine creatures.

A roadsign marks the start of the A1A Scenic Highway and Sea Trail.

The long, weathered wooden ramp helps give perspective to this view of Varn Park Beach, just north of Flagler Beach.

This simple fortification guards the reflective waters of the Matanzas Inlet. The fort on Rattlesnake Island is accessible only through the ferry docks on the right.

A sailboat glides toward the four Mediterranean-style towers at the center of the Bridge of Lions, which spans the calm waters of Matanzas Bay.

A small red roofed outbuilding provides access to the St. Augustine Lighthouse.

This wooden walkway lies along the two and a half mile Ft. Matanzas Trail, offering a pleasant nature walk as it winds through the forest.

The St. Augustine Light Station was constructed in 1874, replacing an older Spanish watchtower.

Two tall stone pillars mark the entrance of a pedestrian pathway to the historic downtown district of St. Augustine, now full of curious and unique shops and restaurants.

A horse-drawn carriage shares this tree-lined road with other vehicles in St. Augustine.

Man-made colors contrast with the bright sand, shimmering water, and verdant landscape as several visitors savor the Florida sunshine.

With sails flaring, a sail boat glides under the Bridge of Lions in St. Augustine.

The longest stretch of coquina rock outcroppings in the nation are located along the A1A beaches. Within the tidal pools, one may find crabs, small fish, sea stars, and sea snails, among others. Many birds also find the pools provide a great lunch, so it is an exciting bird-watching venue as well. Further south the least terns often nest along the beach. Loggerhead, green and leatherback turtles also nest on the corridor beaches.

The roadway and bike path along A1A in Beverly Beach and Flagler Beach provide six miles of beach overlook. Public dune walkovers are provided at the end of most blocks within the city. Three are visible in this photo.

The Oceanarium at Marineland was constructed in 1937. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Oceanarium is an example of the "Nautical Moderne" style of architecture. The Oceanarium is currently undergoing revitalization and is emphasizing education and close encounters with the sea animals.

As one meanders through the moss laden oaks, one may join a ranger giving a tour of the park or learn of the flora and fauna from the interpretative signage found throughout the park.

Sunset over the estuary at Washington Oaks Gardens State Park is a time to watch the birds fly home to roost and the manatee play while the setting sun ends another day along the A1A Scenic Byway.

This overlook from the State Road 100 Bridge shows the expanse of the Flagship Harbor Preserve on the left. This preserve has over 3000 feet of boardwalk through the saltwater marsh to the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW). Within the preserve, there are interpretative signs along hiking trails and a picnic pavilion, as well as picnic areas along the trails. One may fish the ICW or hike to the Wickline Center for more active recreational pursuits. In the foreground is Moody Boat Launch, which provides free launch facilities, as well as another fishing pier along the ICW.

Shady trees line the path to the visitor center at Fort Matanzas.

Sailboats glide along the bank of St. Augustine as the sky begins to turn orange, signaling the closing of the day.

A beach stroller notices something interesting and leans in for a closer look, while a seagull soars over the nearby waves at Guana River State Park.

Travelers compare notes to the background music of waves crashing on the Guana River State Park beachfront.

Unconcerned by the white-capped waves rolling into shore, a hungry seagull examines a turtle's nest at Guana River State Park.

A photographer captures breakers on film at Guana River State Park.

Tourists enter through the historical gray facade of the St. Augustine Visitor's Center.

The sand dunes creep up to Highway A1A.

Tropical bushes line Scenic A1A as it passes through Guana River State Park.

Students at Flagler College chain their bicycles in an arched outdoor hallway before classes.

Students roam through a courtyard at Flagler College.

A statue of the school's founder stands guard at the King Street entry to Flagler College

Tourists enjoy a horse-and-buggy ride outside Flagler College.

The manicured grounds of Marineland lead to the main facility.

Two tourists pose for a photo-op at the entrance of Marineland.

This is the "oldest residence" in the oldest continually occupied city in the United States. The oldest part of the house was erected as a two-room one story coquina structure in the early 1700s.

In 1980, the National Headquarters of the Tournament Players Club opened in Ponte Vedra. Established by Commissioner Dean Beman, the Stadium Course hosted its first PGA Tour event in 1982 with the Tournament Players Championship.

The spiraling black and white of the St. Augustine Lighthouse rises above the Florida foliage.

An oxidized bronze cannon guards the bay from the top of Castillo de San Marcos.

A view of the entrance to Castillo de San Marcos from the wall above.

On George Street in St. Augustine, a visitor learns about the oldest wooden schoolhouse in the United States.

A visitor standing in the doorway of an old wooden drugstore in St. Augustine views the daily procession of life wandering past her on George Street.

A visitor beside the Fountain of Youth waits for the water's magical effects to kick in.

The architect of the gateway at the Fountain of Youth in St. Augustine made wonderful use of this plentiful resource.

This famous black and white striped lighthouse juts up against the crystalline blue sky of a calm Florida evening.

A sign among roadside palm trees informs travelers that they are on the A1A River & Sea Trail, a Florida state scenic byway and part of A1A Scenic & Historic Coastal Byway, one of the America's Byways.

Tourists discover little known facts about this important naval fortification.

Studying inside the Whitney Laboratory near Marineland on A1A must be difficult when the sky is this blue and the temperature is so perfect.

If the A1A River and Sea Trail were any closer to the beach, it would be underwater.

Two friends enjoy an empty stretch of sand at Guana Beach State Park.

A crowd of visitors march down the gangplank toward the sandy beach and breaking surf.

Beachcombers keep an eye out for sea shells at Guana Beach State Park

Calm waves keep a kite-flying visitor company at Guana Beach State Park

A kite-flyer sends takes advantage of clear skies and sea breezes

The above-water facilities of the Marineland center sit under welcoming sunny blue skies.

Marineland sits right on the beach and is a portal to the wonders of the underwater world.

The twisted limbs of the trees at Fort Matanzas provides shelter from the Florida sun.

A bridge on A1A crosses the Matanzas River as seen from the ferry landing at Fort Matanzas National Monument .

Small islands and isolated groves of plants form the perfect habitat for birds and animals at the River to Sea Preserve near Marineland.

A solitary bird floats above the sun-kissed water at the River to Sea Preserve in Marineland

The River to Sea Preserve is a pristine environment for plants and animals.

The bell tower at Flagler College rises above the stately school buildings and palm trees.

Three visitors show off their newly-acquired youth in the roadway outside the Fountain of Youth in St. Augustine.

Visitors walking down George Street immerse themselves in early American history as they admire the weather beaten wooden buildings of historic downtown St. Augustine.

Ponce de Leon could have found the Fountain of Youth much more easily if he had stayed on this paved trail.

This candy-striped lighthouse once kept seafaring vessels from running aground off the coast of St. Augustine.

It\'s hard to get a better view of the lighthouse grounds than from the top of the St. Augustine Lighthouse.

This perspective of the spiral stairs inside the St. Augustine Lighthouse gives the photographer pause, and perhaps a touch of vertigo.

Reenactors in uniform complete the 72-step process to fire a historical cannon at Castillo de San Marcos.

The Bridge of Lions opens up to make way for tall vessels passing through.

Once the Ponce de Leon Hotel, Flagler College still maintains its Spanish colonial charm.

Historic rockets still point towards space in the Rocket Garden at the Kennedy Space Center.

The two-lane A1A highway spans the shimmering blue waterways of the Matanzas Inlet, connecting the white sandy beaches and protected dunes of St. Johns County at the Ft. Matanzas National Monument park areas. Visible from the aerial photo are the protected vegetation and wildlife areas along the sandy beaches to the north/right side of the photo, and the Town of Marineland to the south/left, featuring buildings at the University of Florida Whitney Laboratory, under a vibrant blue sky and clouds.

The seasonal lights brighten the evening landscape with holiday splendor in historic St. Augustine along the A1A Scenic & Historic Coastal Byway.

Florida's A1A Scenic and Historic Coastal Byway receives their designation plaque at the Designation 2002 event at Union Station in Washington DC.

A dog rests in front of merchandise on display at the A1A Super Scenic 72-mile Garage Sale.

Shoppers peruse the merchandise on display at a stop along the A1A Super Scenic 72-mile Garage Sale.

Shoppers look through the variety of goods for sale at a designated stop along the A1A Super Scenic 72-mile Garage Sale.

A white car drives on the white sands of Crescent Beach. Gulls inspect the sands around the car, looking for food.

Vessels of all sizes are docked by the Bridge of Lions.

This saltwater crocodile from Australia is over 15 feet long and weighs over 1200 pounds!

A reflection pool echoes the palm trees and towers of the historic Casa Monica Hotel in St. Augustine, FL.

The setting sun illuminates the historic Casa Monica Hotel in St. Augustine on A1A Historic and Scenic Byway.

The setting sun illuminates the tower of the historic Casa Monica Hotel in St. Augustine on A1A Historic and Scenic Byway.

Colonial architecture highlights the facade of the St. Augustine Plaza.

Visitors to A1A Scenic and Historic Coastal Byway catch a breeze and fly a kite near the ocean in Guana Beach State Park.

Beach-goers lounge while watching a flock of pelicans pass overhead on a beach along A1A.

Turrets, chimneys, and palm trees create a dramatic roofline against the cerulean sky.

The St. Augustine Lighthouse on the A1A Scenic and Historical Coastal Byway presents a fascinating spiral pattern when looking down the interior of the staircase.

Formerly the home of the lighthouse keeper, this red brick, white-trimmed Victorian building now houses a museum.

The Lightner Museum on King Street, Henry Flagler's former Alcazar Hotel, showcases magnificant Tiffany stained-glass windows, a Victorian Village, natural history exhibits, and antique mechanical musical instruments.

Visitors stroll upon the grounds under the watchful eye of the imposing St. Augustine Lighthouse.

A black cat gazes longingly from behind the screened doorway of a backstreet courtyard in St. Augustine, Florida.

A stone lion stands on guard in the setting sunlight at the Bridge of Lions in St. Augustine, Florida.

Visitor parking is available in front of the St. Augustine Lighthouse Visitor Center, Museum and Gift Shop.

Visitors stroll on the grounds of St. Augustine Lighthouse and nearby Lightkeeper's House and Museum in St. Augustine, Florida.

The Gonzalez-Alvarez House is the oldest surviving Spanish colonial house built in the area.

A setting sun gilds the Bridge of Lions in St. Augustine where A1A crosses the Matanzas River.

A couple stands on the wrap around walkway in the archaeological site's pavilion to experience the interactive displays and view the historical remains of the plantation's kitchen, house ware and other goods.

This image depicts a sprawling two-story terra-cotta Spanish-style building typical of those found in this area, with two towers on each side and large archways lining the first floor, nestled on pristine greens with a lake in the foreground. Along the perimeter of the building, a pathway welcomes and guides guests and members to the clubhouse at the PGA in Ponte Vedra. This picture helps project a historical theme prevalent throughout the byway that helps advance Spanish heritage and roots.

This image depicts a hilly, curved green fairway. Golf tournament players in light- and dark-colored clothing walk the fairway and head towards the green in the foreground. Spectators stand along the edge of the fairway and line the green in anticipation. The green is fronted by a white sand trap, small water feature and tall pines. The bright green colors are in contract with the cloudless blue sky. Golf is a prime recreational opportunity here at the Players Championship course in Ponte Vedra.

This aerial view depicts winding greens and fairways that interract with long narrow water features. Hundreds of golfing enthusiasts cover the course watching professional golfers as they work their way from one hole to the next. Large white tents and spectator stands line the preminiter of the course. This manicured property is one of the more famous courses in the region not only recognized for its beauty but also for its heritage and traditions as a place where golfers can join with history.

Three large flags stand out front of a single story brick structure that is covered by green metal roof. Leading up to the entranceway is a tiled path with a small water fountain. This structure serves as a welcome center for federal parks along the northern end of the byway. This structure houses a number of historic displays and information focused on the interaction between the ecosystem and the area's historic resources.

A long wooden boardwalk over sand dunes welcomes visitors to the tan colored beaches and calm blue waters of the Atlantic. This ocean setting is set against a blue cloudless sky. While there are a number of beachgoers sitting on colored blankets along the shoreline, most are probably unaware of the history of this stretch of beach that has included English and Spanish warriors fighting to take back control of this strategic portion of North Florida.

A bronze statue of a Spanish conqusitador sits atop a large pedestal overlooking the tidal marshes of the Matanzas River. This statue is situated within a byway scenic overlook area and includes a number of visitors that have stopped to take in the sites and enjoy a sunny day. This Spanish warrior reflects Florida exploration by Europeans, its battles against the English, and Spain's control of the region.

One of the more unique recreational opportunities found along the corridor includes activities like sailing with the winds. In the foreground is a parasailer with a bright orange sail, a black wetsuit, and red surfboard skimming across the waves. This sailor is set against the stark, dark blue waters and light blue sky, that are divided by a thin ribbon of grey sand. This picture makes one believe that this solemn sailor is the only person in the water.

This picture reflects an early morning sunrise over the marshes that adjoin the byway. In the foreground is an orange kayak heading out for the morning. The surrounding mangroves help deaden the waves making the water crystal clear and dead calm. While much of the sky is blue, clouds off in the distance have a yellowish orange tinge. While this picture shows today's byway traveler in a recreational mode. These waters were also plied by the English and Spanish conquistadors hundreds of years.

This image depicts a number of runners that seemingly have taken control of the Vilano Bridge during this annual 5K run. Each competitor has a similar race bib and long shadow that reflects the time of the day, but each has different colored shirts and shorts that show off their personal styles. This photo reflects the corridor's adaptability with vehicles passing much of the day but still allowing daily recreation and competitive events to share the road.

A yellow single-person kayak sits alone in the forefront of this picture awaiting launch into the calm backwaters of the Anastasia State Park. Like many backwater areas, the kayaker will seemingly have the day to themselves with no others around. In the distance, the byway can be seen sitting on top of the dunes. This photo reflects the very special opportunities for people to experience the sun, water, and marsh in solitude.

A line of children all with similar light-colored t-shirts are heading down a long, wooden boardwalk across the marsh to the grey colored Atlantic dunes. While these children appear to be headed toward the ocean, they are clearly part of a tour that is discussing the back dune areas with its marsh vegetation and wildlife. This photo reflects the unique recreational opportunities for wildlife watching along the Atlantic coast.

This picture depicts a group of young children standing in the shade of several large oak trees observing a resident gopher tortoise. This tour appears to be lead by one of the park rangers who stands in the distance that seems to be leading a discussion with the students. This tour represents one of the many nature tours that are conducted along the corridor by state and federal park rangers.

This picture depicts the sweeping dunes of the Matanzas Inlet. To the east, the Atlantic Ocean rushes in under the Claude Varn Bridge and into the backwater areas of the Matanzas River to the east. While these grey dunes and blue waters offer a very calming sense to the viewer, in past centuries, the inlet served as the backdoor into St. Augustine. At that time a heavily-armored Spanish Fort stood watch to prevent all intruders from heading up the river to St. Augustine.

While the inlet certainly has a long history, today's recreational enthusiasts take advantage of calm waters. In the forefront, three anglers wade from the shoreline into the shallow waters along a rock jetty. All three have fishing poles and wear long-billed caps. In the distance a sailboat appears to bob gently in the inlet's waters, while in the far distance, the byway spans the inlet.

Multiple large boats sit tied up in individual marina slips protected from the elements by a large u-shaped bulkhead. Palm trees line the edges of the marina and the viewer can clearly the reflection of a single sailboat in the forefront of this picture in the marina's calm waters. These boats sit quietly today but many are gone throughout the year as their owners ply the local waters exploring and enjoying the byway community.

This image depicts a locally renowned artist presenting the story of the region's natural resources and man's history of the region. His talk appears in a large auditorium of people while he projects the story on the wall behind him. This large audience seems intent on what he is discussing. This renowned artist wears a tan western hat and plaid shirt and has a long grey beard.

An aerial view of the Town of Marineland and Marineland Marina.

This image depicts a wooden gazebo in the foreground overlooking a shallow reflection pond that leads to the historic rose gardens that date to the early 1900s in the background. In the middle of the reflection pond resides a 3-tiered fountain. Those people included in the picture appear to look out over the green reflection pond waters. Of note is the lush, green tropical vegetation that surrounds the pond.

As part of this holiday picture, Santa greets dozens of visitors to the park. Both young and old travel the winding sidewalk from one end of the picture to the other. Large, mosscovered oak trees provide shade to those on the sidewalk, while in the forefront of the picture, a low, black, gated fence holds back the pink roses that are part of the park's gardens.

The concrete walkway is full of visitors that are looking out upon the blue waters of the intracoastal waterway. Several of the visitors sit on park benches and watch as a singlemasted sailboat with a small inflatable raft tied to its stern motors by. In the distance, several swimmers splash in the cool, salty water.

Three adults stand on the edge of the green and black salt marsh with their backs to the camera as they look out over the river. All are armed with binoculars and cameras with long lenses and appear to be seeking out the roosting birds in the distant trees. Birding is one of the largest recreational activities present along the byway because of its quiet backwater environs.

This large group of nature enthusiasts stands within the tree canopy along the byway. All have binoculars and appear to be looking out over the horizon at the large bird population that's found along the corridor. The people in this picture are wearing colorful sweaters and most have caps on their heads. Although difficult to identify in this photo, these birders are located at one of the many overlook points along the byway.

This is an up-close photo of the Castillo. It clearly depicts the large stone structure that has stood for centuries. Its angular structure and tall tower stands watch over the town of St. Augustine. While there is little vegetation in the picture, the blue sky in the background helps to define the sprawling grounds of the fort. While a tourist attraction today, this fort served as the centerpiece of Spain's defense of their territory in North Florida.

This picture shows visitors on several paths leading up to the Castillo in the distance. One path leads along the waterfront. There is a strip of rubble rip-rap in the water the runs parallel to the bulkhead helping to protect the structure and the small green courtyards that surround the Castillo. This picture helps the viewer better understand the strategic position of this Spanish Fort along the banks of the Matanzas River.

A replica pirate ship passed by the Castillo de San Marcos fort, along the bayfront, with several sailboats in the area anchored in the bay. Visitors tour the grounds and the fort's stone structure.

This picture depicts a bridge as it stretches out across the Matanzas River. Of note on this bridge are the archways that form the structure and the series of four towers that help support the structure and welcome travelers as they cross the bridge. In the foreground is a horse-drawn carriage that rides along the riverbank and offers a broad picture of several boats anchored in the harborage. This bridge is the latest in a series of bridges that have provided access to the historic downtown.

This picture depicts the history center in downtown St. Augustine. Visitors gather around a display case that sits upon the shiny natural-wood floors. This case discusses the long history of St. Augustine. In the distance, the picture shows several historic maps of the city's footprint over the centuries. Unique features of this structure include open-gabled ceiling and the arched stained-glass windows.

This image depicts one of the many narrow streets in downtown St. Augustine. Historic buildings and signage that lines both sides of the street offers the large number of visitors that appear in the picture opportunities to explore the long history of the city. Masted signs appear in front of most structures, informing the visitor what their business offers. The clothing worn by those that walk this street are as colorful as the flags and banners that hang from several buildings in the distance.

This picture provides a view of the Matanzas River leading in to downtown St. Augustine from the very top of the lighthouse. The wrought-iron railing that surrounds this walkway is painted red. From this perspective, the viewer can see the River that stretches toward the horizon and disappears into the blue sky. While this view offers today's visitor a unique vantage point, this walkway allowed the original lightkeepers to better assist the vessels as they navigated their way into the city.

The historic St. Augustine Lighthouse stands in the middle of this photo with a light-blue sky in the background. The alternating black and white stripes wind around the lighthouse in a spiral. At the top of the lighthouse stands a glass structure with an orange roof that appears to be the location of the actual light used for many years. In the forefront is a single-story brick building that stands alongside the lighthouse with a dark-grey roof and white double-hung windows.

The lighthouse casts a long shadow resulting from the sun just coming up over the horizon in the distance. In the forefront are a series of orange-tile-roof structures that are situated among the green tree canopy adjacent to the lighthouse. This panoramic view of the lighthouse and surroundings give the viewer of this picture a better understanding of how the lighthouse structure interacts with the river and the surrounding community.

A trio of young alligators with a brown-black scaly skin sit in stark contrast to the grey sand and green vines beneath them.

A group of adult alligators float in the grey-green waters. In the forefront is an alligator with mouth open showing a series of large white teeth leading to a light-pink throat.

A group of visitors stands upon a long wooden-staked boardwalk standing above a pond full of large, long alligators with steely black eyes. Each visitor holds a camera in their hands eagerly taking photos of these gators. Alligators have been a primary draw throughout Florida's history and truly a tourist magnet. Most visitors entering the state are looking for that unique, natural experience. Florida's alligators are that special experience for most.

Boaters pass by the remains of Fort Matanzas that served as one of Spain's protection measures for those attempting to invade St. Augustine. This angular, multi-story structure includes a single round tourette that looks toward the inlet to the river. The structure stands with a backdrop of blue water and marshlands in front of it, and a tall, multi-story tree canopy to the back.

This photo is a more detailed picture of the Fort. A set of visitors appear to be more closely inspecting the structure to better see the layers of natural rock that form the walls. While the single tourette is still prominently displayed, a series of black iron cannons now seem to be peering over the wall on the first floor. At the very top of the structure is a single red and white flag flying in the day's breeze.

A1A is truly a destination unto itself. Visitors are attracted to the road for many reasons. This picture depicts an annual cycling event that is held along A1A. While this rest stop is located at Fort Matanzas, those shown in the picture with their multi-colored jerseys are indicative of one of the special uses that this road offers. While this event is unique, residents and visitors take advantage of the corridor on a daily basis.

For nearly 100 years, the Marineland Oceanarium has attracted visitors from all over the world. The facility visitors first-hand experience with creatures that they've only read about. The facility has changed over the years and today's operation still attracts those looking to experience that can become second-nature to the residents of Florida. The picnic areas and multi-colored umbrellas offer visitors an opportunity to look toward facility demonstrations or the Ocean.

Over the years the Oceanarium has been the site for the production of dozens of movies that revolve around the Ocean and its inhabitants. This picture depicts the production of a recent movie. In the foreground, film crews dressed in khakis plan the next shot as they overlook the Oceanarium's dolphin experience tank.

This kiosk provides the viewer with the history of the Oceanarium. It includes text that talks about the facility's evolution, historic photos of the early days, sketches of sealife, and the story of the Town of Marineland set on a powder-blue background. The byway logo sits in the lower right corner of the display and includes a roseate-colored spoonbill and the byway's name within an oblong frame.

A speaker stands in front of an informational kiosk that discusses the history of the Mala Compra Plantation archaeological site. In the foreground, a camera sits adjacent to a large wood-frame structure that appears to cover the display. A ramp to the right of the speaker leads the visitor into this covered attraction.

This graphic appears to be within the covered structure and located along a visitor walkway. The text of this display provides information on what the visitor will see as they pass through this covered walkway. From a historical perspective, this archaeological site was the home of a large plantation located along the byway. Depictions on the display show both the owner and his workers who managed and maintained the operation nearly 200 years ago.

This group of musicians, playing a series of stringed acoustic intruments, participate in the "Gamble Jam", an event to celebrate the story of folk musician Gamble Rogers, who met his timely death in the Atlantic Ocean nearby. Rogers' songs told the stories of characters and places in Florida. The musicians in this photo are situated within a wooden pavilion surrounded by dunes and palm trees. The people in the photo sit on a series of wooden benches are wearing colorful clothing.

A gentlemen in jeans, sweater and hat stands in a pontoon boat speaking to a group of young children who are sitting away from the water on a concrete walkway. Further along the bulkhead, a mangrove forest is present on the horizon. Experts from many fields conduct similar talks throughout the year at the park. Many talk about the reasons for the park's formation, and others offer education on litter control and other timely topics to youth groups.

This image depicts a close-up of a large shell encrusted rock with a brass plaque attached at its center. Embossed in grey at the top of the plaque is an image of a man posing with his guitar. Beneath his image is a description of the man - Gamble Rogers, Florida Troubadour. This picture commemorates one of Florida's folk heroes whose songs helped to tell the story of Florida.