Cultural Sites of North Florida

Discover local history throughless-traveled places that reflect the stories and communities of the region

CulturalSites of North Floridais your guide to 43 intriguing, little-known destinations in the northern partof the Florida peninsula, from Crystal River to Jacksonville. In this book,local experts Ronnie Lovler and Dixie Neilson highlight places that can bereached by a short trip away from the highways and down meandering backroads,inviting you to discover forgotten history, immerse yourself in the stories ofdiverse communities, and learn what makes this area of the state unique.

This book features aselection of small museums, culturally significant sites, nature centers, andparks that many tourists and residents may have never explored. Locationsinclude the Florida Thoroughbred Breeders & Owners Association in Ocala,Morningside Nature Center in Gainesville, Camp Blanding Museum and MemorialPark in Starke, the springs of Gilchrist County, Florida Agricultural LegacyLearning Center near St. Augustine, the A. L. Lewis Museum at American Beach,and many more.

For each place, Lovler and Neilsondescribe what can be found there, the story behind the site, and the importanceof the site to the people in the community. Whether you enjoy this book fromyour favorite cozy armchair or by hitting the road to see these hidden gems foryourself, you will be rewarded with a deeper understanding of the past andpresent of nearby towns and neighborhoods. And you will be inspired to keepexploring on your own as this book shows there is so much more to investigate!