The Carpenters' Home was the retirement home for members of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America from 1929 to 1976. The Union completed the purchase of the 1,684 acre site in April 1924. Costing $632,393, the site included 594 . . . — — Map (db m100435) HM
At Florida Southern College is located the largest collection of buildings on one site ever created by Frank Lloyd Wright, one of America's foremost architects. Wright's plan for the campus is the only tangible example of his community planning . . . — — Map (db m13632) HM
This monument pays tribute to all of those Polk County African Americans who served in World War II. Their service to the country would continue long after the battlefields of World War II grew silent.
More than one and a half million . . . — — Map (db m193707) HM WM
In the early 1880's one of Lakeland's first settlements developed on these 35 acres. Railroad laborers working on the Henry B. Plant railroad lines and other African-Americans moved here to begin construction in 1882 on a railroad line from Tampa . . . — — Map (db m198387) HM
The Oates Building is a prime example of Florida "Boom Time" architecture, expressed in the Mediterranean Revival style. Built in 1925 by Mr. Alvah Y. Oates, the building was designed by noted Florida and local architect E.C. . . . — — Map (db m55289) HM
In 1922 the Sorosis Club or sorority, a women's club in Lakeland, was organized. Named after the first incorporated women's club in America, the Sorosis Club of New York, the Sorosis Club's mission included service to the community, as well as . . . — — Map (db m51933) HM
The Women’s Club of Lakeland was organized in 1912. In 1923 the club purchased this property as the site for its clubhouse. W.B.Talley, a Lakeland architect, designed this colonial revival building in 1927 and in 1928 construction was completed by . . . — — Map (db m67657) HM
Thomas B. Mack was an author, educator and collector in the fields of horticulture, citrus and garden design. In 1951 he began a long horticultural teaching career at Florida Southern College specializing in citrus. In 1997 he was inducted into the . . . — — Map (db m130421) HM
Dedicated to the memory of
all men and women who served
our country in defense of freedom
all of America’s wars and conflicts
For your tomorrow they gave
their today — — Map (db m193693) WM
Honoring women who performed service to the United States of America during World War II.
Army and Navy Nurse Corps
Women’s Army Corps (WACs)
Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASPs)
Navy (WAVES)
Coast Guard (SPARs)
Marine . . . — — Map (db m193677) HM WM
“People who have not lost their freedom don’t know what freedom really means. We must all work and fight to keep our freedom.”
Honoring
those who served
our country
and all who sacrificed
their lives for our
freedom . . . — — Map (db m193489) WM
This aircraft was built by Lockheed in the early 1950s to demonstrate the operation of a vertical takeoff and landing fighter for protecting convoys.
Lockheed Chief Test Pilot Herman “Fish” Salmon piloted the first test flight on June 16, . . . — — Map (db m193336) HM
Historical Citrus Planting March 14, 1959. Site of first experimental planting of citrus on reclaimed phosphate mining land. The project was originated and executed by William James Menear, land manager, Virginia-Carolina Chemical Corporation. — — Map (db m4980) HM
An outstanding citizen who served his community with earnest endeavor and diligent work for community beautification, industrial reclamation and national conservation. Respected and loved by his fellow men as a friend, neighbor, and loyal American. — — Map (db m5015) HM
On this site stood the phosphate mining town of Pierce. It was one of many company-owned mining towns and villages that once populated Polk County. Pierce was started in April 1906 by the Pierce Phosphate Company. This company was acquired in . . . — — Map (db m100904) HM
This marker commemorates the dedication of the Mulberry Time Capsule. The capsule was placed here on June 12, 1977 by the Greater Mulberry Chamber of Commerce. The capsule will be opened in the year 2076 to view the mementoes of the 1976 . . . — — Map (db m4984) HM
This tree replaces the original hundred year old tree that was the "mail drop" for the Bone Valley area before the city of Mulberry, "The Phospate Center of the World" was incorporated in 1901. — — Map (db m4981) HM
The light of freedom still burns brightly in our world today because of the service and sacrifice of America’s men and women in uniform.
Our Nation’s servicemen and women have fought the forces of tyranny and
won victories for liberty, human . . . — — Map (db m131275) WM
The light of freedom still burns brightly in our world today because of the service and sacrifice of America’s men and women in uniform.
Our Nation’s servicemen and women have fought the forces of tyranny and
won victories for liberty, human . . . — — Map (db m214437) WM
The community that developed here was named Green Pond by A.T. Williams, because it reminded him of his home in Green Pond, SC. Early settlers Leroy Smith, Stephen Hancock, George Ritter, R.W. Hammond, and J.B. Rushing, donated land for a church, . . . — — Map (db m99923) HM
On April 6, 1917 the United States declared war against Germany. Polk County residents responded to the call to serve with 1,845 joining the Armed Forces. The 2nd Florida Regiment from the local National Guard was consolidated with other National . . . — — Map (db m193589) WM
George W. Jenkins opened the first Publix Food Store in Winter Haven in 1930. Five years later, he opened a second location in town. He closed these first two stores to open his dream store, the first Publix Super market, on this site, Nov. 8, . . . — — Map (db m112134) HM
In memory of
Chief Chipco
Lover of peace
Friend of the white man
His
Seminole Indian village
was located on
Bonar's Island
in Lake Hamilton 1855
Dedicated by
Ponce de Leon Chapter
Daughters of
the American . . . — — Map (db m43264) HM
In 1881, the Rev. W. B. Mills organized the First African Missionary Baptist Church. Brother W. M. Adams, born into slavery in 1843, became the first deacon and founder. Five families, the Adams, Dwights, Dykes, Reddings. and Whittens, held the . . . — — Map (db m244259) HM
George W. Jenkins, founder of Publix Super Markets
Inc. was born Sept. 29, 1907, in Harris City, GA.
At the age of 17, he came to Florida and took
a job as a food store clerk in Tampa. In 1930, he
decided to open his own . . . — — Map (db m127838) HM
The Florence Villa Training School for Negroes replaced an earlier African-American school built in 1916 on the corner of 2nd and Palmetto Street. By 1922 the first school was in disrepair and classes were held at the Colored Methodist Episcopal . . . — — Map (db m93191) HM
On December 20, 1964, Winter Haven businessman Bob Parsons opened the Derry Down in this building. The English-themed teen club’s primary purpose was to give his stepson, Gram Parsons, a performance venue for his folk band, The Shilos. The club not . . . — — Map (db m112117) HM
Pughsville was one of Winter Haven's earliest neighborhoods, populated predominately by African Americans. These individuals cleared land and settled in what is now the southeast section of the city. For many decades, Pughsville remained a . . . — — Map (db m211952) HM
Pughsville was one of Winter Haven's earliest neighborhoods, populated predominately by African Americans. These individuals cleared land and settled in what is now the southwest section of the city. For many decades, Pughsville remained a vibrant . . . — — Map (db m24588) HM
A city of 100 lakes, named for its delightful climate, a real haven from the rigors of the cold. This park bears the name of Dr. Inman, the first President of the Florida Citrus Exchange and affectionately called the Father of Winter Haven. — — Map (db m218720) HM
