About this object
The accompanying aerial photograph shows how such events shaped the social landscape of small towns during the postwar era, when rural traditions still held strong alongside Florida's rapid growth.
Program
The Indiantown Rodeo brought the spirit of the American West to rural Martin County, drawing crowds to this popular annual event that celebrated ranching heritage and frontier culture. This fourth annual program from the 1950s captures a moment when rodeos were thriving community gatherings in inland Florida, offering neighbors a chance to gather for competition, entertainment, and local pride.
The accompanying aerial photograph shows how such events shaped the social landscape of small towns during the postwar era, when rural traditions still held strong alongside Florida's rapid growth.
On display, main floor, Dyer section.
Come in and see it. Open every day, 10 AM to 3 PM. Admission: free.
| Object type | Program |
|---|---|
| Accession no. | 2024.02.003 |
| Where to see it | Main floor, Dyer section |
| Provenance | Donated by Glenn Wells |
| Catalog description | Indiantown Rodeo Flyer, Program, and Aerial Photo from the 4th Annual Showing (1950s) |
Program
Program
Dress
Newspaper