A look at the fascinating history of Weeki Wachee Springs told through vintage photographs
FREE virtual presentation. Join author and historian, Lu Vickers as she traces the colorful history of Weeki Wachee, Florida roadside attraction since its early start in 1947 – when local teens were hired to play the mermaid parts performing silent ballets – to the heyday when ABC built them a million-dollar theater; and its subsequent establishment as a Florida State Park. Follow the park’s rise to prominence through stunning vintage photographs and Lu’s commentary to experience the daily life of a mermaid at Weeki Wachee Springs. Hosted by Friends of Wakulla Springs State Park and funded by Florida Humanities. Register to receive Zoom program link at WakullaSpring.org
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Email: Friends@WakullaSprings.org
2021/02/18 - 2021/02/18
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