Fernandina Beach in Nassau County, Florida — The American South (South Atlantic)
The Crossroads Today
Timucuan Ecological and Historic Preserve
| — | National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior | — |
Photographed by Stephen Thomas White, February 4, 2026
1. The Crossroads Today Marker
American Beach reminds us of a time in American history when all people were not viewed as equals. Yet this beach also presents us with memories of family time, enjoyment, and relief from the challenges of the work week.
The story of the beach intertwines with the history of north Florida. The geography of the area provided this secluded island location for African Americans to enjoy the sun and surf. The history and legacy of African American people-from enslavement to freedom to civil rights—can be learned by visiting more sites in the Timucuan Preserve.
For more information please call 904-251-3537 or visiwww.nps.gov/timu
Erected by National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: African Americans • Civil Rights • Entertainment.
Location. 30° 34.372′ N, 81° 26.7′ W. Marker is in Fernandina Beach, Florida, in Nassau County. It is on Gregg Street 0.2 miles south of Lewis Street, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address:
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Regionally, this marker is in First Coast, in Greater Jacksonville, and on the Sea Islands. It is also in the American South and on the Eastern Seaboard. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, a Gulf of Mexico state, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain, the territory of the Mississippian Culture, one of the Confederate States of America, and the Antebellum South.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: American Beach at the Crossroads (a few steps from this marker); A Dune System Called "NaNa" (within shouting distance of this marker); Evans’ Rendezvous (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); a different marker also named Evans' Rendezvous (about 300 feet away); Historic American Beach (about 300 feet away); First Home on American Beach (about 700 feet away); The Guzman House (about 800 feet away); The Stewart House (about 800 feet away). Touch for a list and map
Photographed by Stephen Thomas White, February 4, 2026
2. The Crossroads Today Marker (right)
Also see . . . Visiting American Beach. (Submitted on October 2, 2026, by Stephen Thomas White of Norfolk, Virginia.)
Credits. This page was last revised on October 14, 2026. It was originally submitted on October 2, 2026, by Stephen Thomas White of Norfolk, Virginia. This page has been viewed 11 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on October 2, 2026, by Stephen Thomas White of Norfolk, Virginia. • Devry Becker Jones was the editor who published this page.
