I discovered this historic marker while driving through Fellsmere to the St. Sebastian River…read morePreserve State Park. This marker is part of the Florida Historical Marker Program, one of the Division of Historical Resources' most popular and valued public history programs. The markers raise awareness of Florida's cultural history while enhancing the enjoyment of historic sites for residents and tourists. The blue historic markers tell the stories of the people and places that were important to Florida's history and they can be found in front of schools, forts, roads, archaeological sites, battlefields, cemeteries, churches. historic buildings and roads like this one. Historic marker F-404 was installed in 1999 by the St. Johns River Water Management District, Indian River County Historical Society, and Florida Department of State. The Fellsmere Grade is an old road that was a vital transportation route in the early 20th century, connecting Fellsmere to the surrounding areas. Promoted as the Fellsmere-Tampa cross state road, this road allowed travel between the interior and the coast by crossing over the St. Johns River marshes. This allowed access to the town by sportsman who were vital for Fellsmere economy. In the late 1940's the Fellsmere Grade bridges burned across the river and the road ended in the marsh six miles from this site. Today this road serves the public as access to the Fellsmere Grade Recreation Area which is a part of the head waters of the St. John's River. This area was created to help restore the river's functions while providing flood protection down stream. Farmlands were turned back into marshland, nearly eliminating fresh water discharges into the Indian River Lagoon from the C-54 canal. This 10,000 acre wetland is one of the largest wetland restoration projects in history, giving b back lost habitat to wildlife, waterfowl and fish.

I love the ornate buildings from Florida's land boom years in the 1920's. Downtown Vero Beach has a…read morenumber of charming historic buildings that are still being used today. The Pueblo Arcade is a historic building built in the Spanish Mission, Revival architecture style in 1926 by local contractors, Blackford and Davis. The arcade was a popular building design in the 1920's and 1930's. It was one to two stories in height and had space in the building for individual retailers. The arcade was a precursor to the mall. The Pueblo Arcade was designed to maximize airflow, which was especially important in the days before air conditioning. Shop doorways opened onto a single hallway which opened to the street. The Pueblo Arcade served as the flagship store for DuBose Jewelers, a regional jewelry store chain which opened in Vero in 1912. The building was restored by developer Robert L Brackett. It was added to the US register of National Register of Historic Places on March 8, 1997.

This is a little gem by the sea. A small, quaint library with a very cute children's area as well…read moreas an adult section with books, magazines, newspapers, movies, and more for all. The reference area in the back will fax anything for you at a reasonable fee. There are also a few computers should you need to use them.The main library has a very friendly and helpful staff too. they welcome you as soon as you walk in and assist you right away. If they don't have what you need there, they will order it for you, and notify you when it arrives. there are weekly activities and classes too, for a small fee. very nice place!

"Life would be a mistake without music" ---Nietzsche…read more I recently went to South Mainland Library. I thought the books were alright. Music was good yet the DVD collection here blew me away. Kudos for the movie collection of DVDs. Extensive DVD collection that is well curated. This library has probably the most extensive smart selection of DVDs under one roof of any library I have been to in a long while as it has easily the best selection of movies of all 17 branches of the Brevard County Libraries. This would be the library that Roger Ebert would have loved. One favorite part of this library is the Rock Concert DVDs as they had heaps of live concerts from an eclectic range of bands & solo artists. I picked up seven for there was some really good stuff here. Besides DVDs there is a nice quiet reading room w/ comfy chairs. Worth checking out!

Beautiful library on the water! I came in to print and ended up with a library card. Printing was…read morequick and easy, and much cheaper than Staples. Staff welcomed me to the area, told me a little about the library and events weekly and upcoming. I ended up with a library card and can't wait to check out all it has to offer. And it sits on the water

This is a wonderful Library. It is in a beautiful , peaceful, location, facing the Inner Coastal…read morewater way. I had a collection of National Geographic Magazines in beautiful condition that was over 30 years old, and could find no one to take them. I hated the thought of having to destroy them. I called them after many days of trying to find someone to take them, and they agreed to take them in and use some in there store and the rest in the library. I was so happy that they received a home where they would be appreciated for the incredible works that they are. I cannot thank them enough for being so caring and helpful. This library was a long time coming, and I hope that it stays for many years to come. Most sincerely Kathaleen Morales Port St. Lucie, Fl.

I've been to the library several times & am always greeted with friendly & helpful staff. I have…read moreordered specialty books that have been delivered quickly from the main library to North County. I appreciate the ease of using this location.

North Indian River County Library has got everything dialed from books to DVDs to CDs. Smart…read morecollections all around. Interesting programs such as regional cooking courses, Improv acting workshops, & matinee movies w/ popcorn. There are also spacious & comfortable study rooms available. Look forward to visiting again when in the area.

Fort Pierce is a city in St. Lucie County, Florida. The city is part of the Treasure Coast region…read moreof the Atlantic Coast of Florida. It is also known as the Sunrise City, sister to San Francisco, California, the Sunset City. When I lived in South Florida for Forty Years I really loved to drive up the coast to Fort Pierce. I spent many days getting there early before Sunrise and swimming and surfing at the beach. I'd always pack up the truck with a cooler full of food and drinks. I've got pleasant memories of a clean place to live. I'd definitely consider living here if I intended to move back to Florida. I like the current demographics. Fort Pierce is not a party atmosphere like the South Florida Gold Coast. It was a getaway to me. I'm recommending you visit.

This review is for the historic building known as Old Fort Pierce City Hall. It was designed in…read more1925 by architect William Hatcher in the Mediterranean Revival and Italian Renaissance styles. Hatcher also designed the historic Sunrise theater in downtown Ft. Pierce. The town hall was constructed in 1925 at the height of at the Florida land boom by builder C.E. Cahow. This building was used as the Fort Pierce City Hall until 1983 when a new larger and more modern town hall was built next to it. This building was the first one in the downtown to be restored. Work on it was completed in 1995 at a cost of $500,000. It was added to the U.S. National Register of Historic Places on December 7, 2001. Today the second floor is available to be rented for private events.

The Birthplace For Equal Suffrage For Women historic marker is part of the Florida Historical…read moreMarker Program, one of the Division of Historical Resources' most popular and valued public history programs. The markers raise awareness of Florida's cultural history while enhancing the enjoyment of historic sites for residents and tourists. The blue historic markers tell the stories of the people and places that were important to Florida's history and they can be found in front of schools, forts, roads, archaeological sites, battlefields, cemeteries, churches. and historic buildings. Historic marker F-519 was installed in 2004 by the National Organization for Women -Indian River and the Florida Department of State. An interesting fact about Fellsmere Florida is that is known as the birthplace for equal suffrage for women in Florida. In February 1915, citizens met to incorporate the city of 500 residents and establish a charter. Included in the formal request to the state of Florida was a proposal that women be "granted full and equal privilege for suffrage in municipal elections." Legend has it that a lot was going on in the state government at the time and so nobody took the time to read the whole bill. When the city was incorporated it was the first time women were allowed to vote in Florida. Mrs. Zena M. Dreier was the first woman to cast a ballot in Fellsmere, in all of Florida, and south of the Mason-Dixon Line. It would be another five years until Congress ratified the 18th amendment In 1919, a U.S. Constitutional amendment granted suffrage to women. By that time women were already voting in Fellsmere. The decision to include women in the electoral process was a testament to the town's progressive spirit and the recognition of women's contributions to the community. I love learning interesting and unique history facts. Every time I see the sign for the town of Fellsmere I think about how they led the way for women's rights in Florida. You can find this historical marker at the end of Broad street a few blocks down from the Marsh Landing.

Lots going at this post. Great Sunday breakfast, Taco Tuesday and other events, most dinners and…read moreevents open to the public,, stop by and pick up a calendar, great bartenders led by Mel !

Stopped in for Sunday bfast great choice of eggs bacon sausage pancakes French toast grits home…read morefries coffee tea 8$ can't be beat.