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These photographs capture important landmarks and characters from Stuart's golden age of fishing and hospitality. The images of Mr.
Johns proudly displaying his catch offer a glimpse into the sport fishing culture that earned Stuart its reputation as the "Sailfish Capital of the World," while the Sunrise Inn and Victory Hotel represent the tourism infrastructure that flourished after the railroad's arrival in 1894. Together with views of the S-2 Bridge spanning the St. Lucie River, these snapshots preserve the community's identity as a place where commerce, recreation, and civic pride intersected.
On display, lower level, Fishing section.
Come in and see it. Open every day, 10 AM to 3 PM. Admission: free.
| Object type | Photograph |
|---|---|
| Accession no. | 2022.12.001 |
| Where to see it | Lower level, Fishing section |
| Provenance | Donated by Gloria Fike |
| Catalog description | Pictures(2) of Mr Johns standing next to fish Pictures of Sunrise Inn and Victory Hotel Music Sheet by David Deberry S-2 Bridge over the St Lucie |
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