Porch Talk at Gamble Place: Early Tourism in Florida and the First Coast

Event Description

Florida has always been for sale to Northern elites for many different reasons. After the Civil War, Florida began its transition from an agricultural society to America's playground for the rich. From invalids to robber barons, Florida's "First Coast" was the place to be in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Join Senior Curator of Education and History, Zach Zacharias at Gamble Place in Port Orange and learn how tourism developed and prospered before Disney in Northeast Florida and how important regional history impacted Florida forever. 

Space is limited, and advanced registration is required by calling the Museum at 386-255-0285.

Admission: Free for members, $5.00 for future members.