Gulfport in Pinellas County, Florida — The American South (South Atlantic)
Osgood Point / Clam Bayou Nature Preserve
Photographed By John C. Carter, March 31, 2024
1. Osgood Point / Clam Bayou Nature Preserve Marker
This 8.8 acre peninsula was formed over time by deposits of material into the Clam Bayou estuary. During the days of early settlement, it was known as Seagrape Point, where families fished, gathered shells, and picked grapes. In the mid-20th century, commercial fishermen brought their boats and nets here and the west side was lined with drying racks, fish houses, and boat building establishments such as that of the Osgood's, whose marine works opened in 1939 and gave the Point its name. Destroyed by fire in 1956, the business was rebuilt through a community effort and remained until 1977, after which the property declined and became a barren dumping area. An environmental restoration project was completed in 1995, adding dunes, boardwalks, and native vegetation, returning the feel of "old Gulfport" to the Point.
Erected 2014 by City of Gulfport.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Environment • Parks & Recreational Areas • Settlements & Settlers • Waterways & Vessels. A significant historical year for this entry is 1939.
Location. 27° 44.302′ N, 82° 41.678′ W. Marker is in Gulfport, Florida, in Pinellas County. Marker is on Miriam Street South, 0.2 miles south of 29th Avenue South, on the left when
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 4 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Veterans Memorial (approx. 0.7 miles away); Steven Jay Robin (approx. 0.7 miles away); Gulfport Casino (approx. 0.8 miles away); St. Bartholomew's Church (approx. one mile away); Rattlesnake Curve (approx. 1.2 miles away); Stetson University College of Law (approx. 1.9 miles away); The History of Princess Hirrihigua (approx. 3.3 miles away); The Don Ce Sar Hotel (approx. 3.3 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Gulfport.
Also see . . . Clam Bayou Nature Preserve. St. Petersburg Parks & Recreation (Submitted on April 1, 2024.)
Photographed By John C. Carter, March 31, 2024
2. Osgood Point / Clam Bayou Nature Preserve Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on April 1, 2024. It was originally submitted on March 31, 2024, by John C. Carter of St. Petersburg, Florida. This page has been viewed 71 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on March 31, 2024, by John C. Carter of St. Petersburg, Florida. • Bernard Fisher was the editor who published this page.
