On South Atlantic Avenue (County Road A1A) 0.1 miles south of Kingfish Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
When Daytona Beach was founded in 1876 two of its founders, John Tolliver and Thaddeus S. Gooden, were African American. Over the years, Jim Crow laws changed the state drastically, and by the 1920s, African Americans were banned from most of . . . — — Map (db m136030) HM
Near East Orange Avenue 0.1 miles east of South Beach Street, on the left when traveling east.
Jim Crow was not the name of a person, yet the name "Jim Crow" affected the lives of millions of people. From the 1880’s into the 1960's, a majority of American states enforced segregation through Jim Crow laws (so called after a black character . . . — — Map (db m191094) HM
On North Beach Street south of Bay Street, on the right when traveling south.
Morrison's Cafeteria began as a single cafeteria that opened in 1920 in Mobile, Alabama, by J. A. Morrison. Morrison helped develop the cafeteria dining concept, which was unique at the time and would later become synonymous with the southern United . . . — — Map (db m213206) HM
On North Beach Street south of Bay Street, on the right when traveling south.
In 1906 the first "W. T. Grant Co. 25 Cent Store" opened in Lynn, Massachusetts. Modest profit, coupled with a fast turnover of inventory, caused the stores to grow to almost $100 million annual sales by 1936. By the time Grant died in 1972 at age . . . — — Map (db m213204) HM
On North Beach Street south of Bay Street, on the right when traveling south.
Samuel Lerner founded Lerner Shops (later known as Lerner Stores) all the way back in 1918. Some 67 years later, The Limited purchased the chain, acquiring all 796 stores. This was just the first big change: In 1992, the name changed to Lerner New . . . — — Map (db m213203) HM
On North Beach Street south of Bay Street, on the right when traveling south.
Furchgott's Ine. was established by Leo Furchgott in 1868. Under the leadership of company president Frederick Meyerheim, Furchgott's went through a period of growth that called for a major expansion of their upscale downtown department stores where . . . — — Map (db m213202) HM
On North Beach Street south of Bay Street, on the right when traveling south.
It was on October 24, 1932, when the nation's first Krystal restaurant opened its doors in downtown Chattanooga, Tennessee, amid the harsh financial times of the Great Depression. Its founders, Rody Davenport Jr. and J. Glenn Sherrill, believed that . . . — — Map (db m213201) HM
Jackie Robinson excelled as an all-round athlete. He demonstrated exceptional athletic ability from an early age, combined with a fierce competitive nature and a will to win.
Some have called Jackie Robinson the greatest American athlete, arguing . . . — — Map (db m108553) HM
Althea Gibson overcame unbelievable odds to achieve international acclaim and success. Her journey from the violent streets of Harlem to the royal courts of Wimbledon reveals strength of character and her remarkable composure in the face of racial . . . — — Map (db m191573) HM
On Silver Beach Avenue 0.2 miles east of City Island Parkway, on the right when traveling east.
As the U.S. government expanded to new territories and established reservation lands, conflicts ensued between the U.S. government and the native peoples of North America. Reservation lands currently total 55.7 million acres in the continental . . . — — Map (db m154860) WM
On East Orange Avenue 0.1 miles east of City Island Parkway, on the right when traveling east.
The Thirteen Colonies fought for session from the British Empire and freedom from European rule. On July 4, 1776, the declaration of Independence established a new nation, the United States of America.
Total Active U.S. Military 217,000 . . . — — Map (db m154654) WM
On North Beach Street at West International Speedway Boulevard, on the right when traveling south on North Beach Street.
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Sears- Reach St Between Volusia Ave. and Bay St. Circa 1945 photo courtesy of Halifax Historical Museum
Daytona Theater - Circa 1940’s photo courtesy of Halifax Historical . . . — — Map (db m217241) HM
Near East Orange Avenue 0.1 miles South Beach Street.
As a gifted UCLA athlete, Jackie Robinson played in all four of the so
called major sports. Ironically, he was a star in all except baseball, and yet baseball was the sport that would immortalize him. In 1945, Jackie Robinson played his rookie . . . — — Map (db m108472) HM
On Dr Mary McLeod Bethune Boulevard 0.1 miles east of North Lincoln Street, on the right when traveling west.
Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune moved to Daytona Beach to open a school for the children of poor Black laborers of the Florida East Coast Railroad. She found a rundown building and persuaded the owner to accept $1.50 as a down payment for the $11 per month . . . — — Map (db m310974) HM
Near N. Clyde Morris Blvd. 0.1 miles south of Mayberry Ave..
Dedicated to a champion of Women's and Children's Health
As the founder of our state-of-the-art children's center, Speediatrics, we are proud to honor and pay tribute to an icon of our community
Betty Jane France.
This statue assures . . . — — Map (db m107397) HM
Near West International Speedway Boulevard (U.S. 92) 0.2 miles west of Bill France Blvd..
1940 — Bill France Sr and Joe Littlejohn Finish 1-2 at Daytona.
In July 1940. a straight-eight Buick Century coupe driven by NASCAR founder Bill France Sr. led a 1-2 Buick finish, leading the field by more than a lap at the AAA-sanctioned race . . . — — Map (db m238440) HM
Near West International Speedway Boulevard (National Route 92) near Bill France Blvd.
Speedway Legend
Bobby Allison
December 3, 1937 - From: Hueyton, Alabama
• Leader of the “Alabama Gang” during his career
• Father of 1992 Daytona 500 Champion Davey Allison
• Three-time (1978, ‘82, ‘88) Daytona 500 . . . — — Map (db m216818) HM
On Silver Beach Avenue 0.3 miles east of City Island Parkway, on the right when traveling west.
Bosnian War
1993 - 1995
The U.S. joined NATO in this international conflict, which ended an ongoing three-year civil war, and resulted in the Dayton Agreement.
Total Active Serving Unknown
Killed In Action Unknown
Wounded In . . . — — Map (db m154963) WM
Near East Orange Avenue 0.1 miles South Beach Street, on the left when traveling east.
In 1945, Jackie Robinson was a Negro League standout in his rookie year with the Kansas City Monarchs, batting .387. While Jackie excelled in the field and base paths he was not considered the best compared to such renowned players as Satchel Paige . . . — — Map (db m108473) HM
On Dr Mary McLeod Bethune Boulevard at Walnut Street, on the right when traveling north on Dr Mary McLeod Bethune Boulevard.
During the Jim Crow era, Blacks wishing to spend the night in Daytona Beach had limited options: stay with a friend or relative or in a Black boarding house or hotel. The Negro Green Book, was a Black travel guide published in the '30s, '40s and . . . — — Map (db m310980) HM
On West International Speedway Boulevard (U.S. 92) at Bill France Blvd. on West International Speedway Boulevard.
2020
Chase Elliott wins the first-ever road race at Daytona International Speedway
After 60 years of NASCAR exclusively racing stock cars on the oval, Chase Elliott won the introductory road-course event on his way to winning the 2020 . . . — — Map (db m217177) HM
On North Beach Street at West International Speedway Boulevard (U.S. 92), on the right when traveling south on North Beach Street.
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Early Fishing - 1900 photo courtesy of Halifax Historical Museum
Daytona Beach Fire Dept. Late 1920's - Orange Ave. & Beach St. photo courtesy of Halifax Historical Museum . . . — — Map (db m217271) HM
Near E. Orange Ave. 0.1 miles east of S. Beach St when traveling east.
Jackie Robinson, A Man Most Noted For His Athletic Skills, Was A True Pioneer For Civil Rights In America. While In The Army He Was Court-Martialed For Refusing To Move To The Back Of A Bus In Fort Hood, Texas. He Won Acquittal On All Charges. After . . . — — Map (db m191546) HM
On Silver Beach Avenue 0.3 miles east of City Island Parkway, on the right when traveling east.
Fought by the Northern Union Army against seven southern states which formed the Confederate States of America. The deadliest conflict in American history, the war ended with the reunification of states, the abolition of slavery, and the 13th, . . . — — Map (db m154684) WM
On North Beach Street north of International Speedway Boulevard (U.S. 92). Reported permanently removed.
Given in loving memory of
our Confederate dead
by the Southern citizens of
Daytona Beach
Sponsored by
the United Daughters of the Confederacy,
Chapter 1955 — — Map (db m46876) WM
On North Beach Street north of International Speedway Boulevard (U.S. 92). Reported permanently removed.
(first plaque)
In honor of each Confederate Veteran,
known and unknown, buried in East Volusia County
Jasper J. Allman • Jesse Bennett • Simmons Bennett • Z. H. Bennett • Jackson D. Brooke • Rufus D. Brooke • Wm. W. Carter • . . . — — Map (db m46909) WM
Near West International Speedway Boulevard (U.S. 92) 0.2 miles west of Bill France Blvd..
2016
Corvette Racing claims A1-2 (IMSA)
GTLM Class finish in the Rolex 24
Separated by only 0.034 seconds after 24 hours of racing, the No. 3 (Gavin, Milner, Assler) and No. 4 (Garcia, Magnussen, Rockenfeller) Corvette C7.R . . . — — Map (db m238432) HM
Near North Atlantic Avenue (State Road A1A) at Earl Street, on the right when traveling north.
This monument was presented to the City
of Daytona Beach by the people and
companies listed below to preserve
the memories of motorcycle racing
on this beach and South Atlantic Avenue
nine miles south of this point
Start of the . . . — — Map (db m132583) HM
Near W International Speedway Boulevard at Fentress Blvd.
Known as the ”World Center of Racing,” Daytona International Speedway was founded by Bill France Sr. and officially opened its doors in 1959 for the inaugural DAYTONA 500. Thanks to the $400 million redevelopment project dabbed . . . — — Map (db m124813) HM
On Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard at Verdell Street, on the right when traveling north on Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard.
The Daytona Times has owned this building since it was purchased in 1981 by
Black newspaper founder, Charles W. Cherry, Sr. from Black physician, John R. Parnell.
A decorated Korean War veteran, Cherry moved to Daytona Beach in 1952, . . . — — Map (db m311106) HM
On South Ridgewood Avenue (U.S. 1) at Live Oak Avenue, on the right when traveling south on South Ridgewood Avenue.
The Blodgett House
Built 1896
Restored 1997
Has been placed on the
National Register
of Historic Places
by the United States
Department of the Interior — — Map (db m157060) HM
Near North Beach Street at East Fairview Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
Dr. Josie Rogers was born in Daytona Beach on November 26, 1876 - the same year the city was incorporated. In 1879, her father built this house, where she grew up. She became the first female Mayor of Daytona Beach in 1922, only 2 years after . . . — — Map (db m213195) HM
Near George W. Engram Boulevard 0.1 miles east of Walker Avenue.
(Top)
Time Capsule
In honor of
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
1929 - 1968
Planted this January 19, 1987
To be opened on January 19, 2087
The City of Daytona Beach
Lawrence J. Kelly, Mayor
Commissioners . . . — — Map (db m214839) HM
Near Dr. Mary Mcleod Bethune Boulevard 0.1 miles west of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard, on the right when traveling west.
Home of educator & suffragist. President, National Assn of Colored Women & National Council of Negro Women. Founded this school 1904. — — Map (db m212106) HM
On North Beach Street at Dr Mary McLeod Bethune Boulevard, on the right when traveling north on North Beach Street.
Mary McLeod Bethune was born on a farm near Mayesville, South Carolina, in 1875, the fifteenth child of former slaves. She rose from those humble beginnings to become a world-renowned educator, civil rights and human rights leader, champion for . . . — — Map (db m306531) HM
Near Bellvue Avenue 0.3 miles east of South Clyde Morris Boulevard (State Road 483), on the right when traveling east.
He brought to stock car racing a freshness,
distinction, a championship quality that surpassed
the rewards collected by the checkered flag.
Florida Sportswriters’ Award for
the most outstanding athlete, 1958
Voted NASCAR's Most Popular . . . — — Map (db m107367) HM
Near East Orange Avenue 0.1 miles east of South Beach Street, on the left when traveling east.
Jack Roosevelt Robinson was born on January 31, 1919, in Cairo, Georgia, the grandson of a slave and the son of a sharecropper. In 1920, Jack's father, Jerry, abandoned his wife, Mallie, and their five children, Edgar, Frank, Mack, Willa Mae, and . . . — — Map (db m108480) HM
Near West International Speedway Boulevard (Florida Route 92) at Bill France Blvd..
Speedway Legend
Edward Glenn “Fireball” Roberts
January 20, 1929 - July 2, 1964 - From: Daytona Beach, Florida
• Got nickname as a hard-throwing American Legion pitcher, as a teenager
• 1962 Daytona Champion
• . . . — — Map (db m216437) HM
On North Beach Street at West International Speedway Blvd. (U.S. 92) on North Beach Street.
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Kris’s Building - South Beach St. - 1940’s photo courtesy of Halifax Historical Museum
Memorial Riverfront Park - 1950’s photo courtesy of Halifax Historical Museum
. . . — — Map (db m217310) HM
Jackie Robinson demonstrated exceptional athletic ability, a fierce competitive nature and a will to win. It has been suggested that Jackie Robinson could have mastered any game. As a student at UCLA, Jackie Robinson became the first athlete to win . . . — — Map (db m191230) HM
Near E. Orange Ave. 0.1 miles east of S. Beach St.
As Billy Rowe, Chief Photographer For The Pittsburgh Courier And Constant Companion During The Robinson’s First Spring Training Related: “When The Royals Were Playing In (Sanford) Florida, Robinson Got A Hit, Stole Second, Went To Third On A Passed . . . — — Map (db m191545) HM
Near Dr. Mary Mcleod Bethune Boulevard 0.1 miles west of North Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard, on the right when traveling west.
Educator and suffragist. Pres. of State Fed. of Colored Women's Clubs. Served on NAACP Executive Committee in 1911. Taught here from 1912-1922. — — Map (db m212105) HM
Near West International Speedway Boulevard (U.S. 92) at Bill France Blvd.
Speedway Legend
Frank Lockhart
April 8, 1903 - April 25, 1928 - From: Dayton, Ohio
• Won 1926 Indianapolis 500 as a rookie
• Pole sitter for 1927 Indianapolis 500
• Two-time AAA national championship runner-up
• . . . — — Map (db m216819) HM
On George W Engram Boulevard at Laura Street, on the right when traveling south on George W Engram Boulevard.
On April 6, 1900, Reverend E. Thompson and 12 spiritual followers congregated at the home of Deacon and Sister Kromartie and formed a mainly black church from members of New Mount Zion Baptist Church. During the 1930s, the church was reconstructed . . . — — Map (db m312548) HM
On North Beach Street at West International Speedway Boulevard (U.S. 92), on the right when traveling south on North Beach Street.
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Sign on the Halifax River, Mainland Side - 1930’s photo courtesy of Halifax Historical Museum
Halifax Journal - South Beach St. - 1890’s photo courtesy of Halifax Historical . . . — — Map (db m217306) HM
Near East Orange Avenue 0.1 miles east of South Beach Street, on the left when traveling east.
Jackie Robinson started his Major League rookie season at the age of 28 and played 10 seasons from 1947 to 1956. He played in six World Series and is credited with winning the 1955 World Series for the Dodgers. Robinson was named the sport's first . . . — — Map (db m108479) HM
On Whitehall Street 0.1 miles south of Cedar Street, on the left when traveling north.
Side 1
Born in West Palm Beach in 1899, Dr. Howard Washington Thurman spent much of his childhood in this house. Built circa 1888, the house was owned by Nancy Ambrose, Thurman's maternal grandmother, a former slave whose faith influenced . . . — — Map (db m146213) HM
On West International Speedway Boulevard (U.S. 92) at Bill France Boulevard , on the right when traveling east on West International Speedway Boulevard.
(Side 1)
Greetings from Daytona Beach
Home of Daytona International Speedway
(Side 2)
America250FL Road Trip
Volusia County roars at Daytona International Speedway, a global motorsports icon. Tour this . . . — — Map (db m311320) HM
On Doctor M.L.K. Jr Boulevard north of McLeod Avenue, on the left when traveling north.
Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune, based in Volusia County, was a trailblazing educator, civil-rights leader, and presidential advisor. She established the Daytona Normal & Industrial School in 1904—later Bethune-Cookman University—empowering generations of . . . — — Map (db m312481) HM
