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Historical Markers

Historical markers are placed around the county to inform the public about Sarasota County persons, places and events that are prominently identified with local, state or national history or pre-history.

Historical plaques are frequently placed on or near a building or other historic resource that has been officially designated as historically important. On recommendation of the county's Historic Preservation Board, the Sarasota County Board of Commissioners approves such designations in the unincorporated part of the county.

The Sarasota County Board of Commissioners authorized the marker program in 1976 as a function of the Sarasota County Historical Commission.

Featured Markers

Lemon Bay Woman's Club

The Lemon Bay Woman's Club was organized in 1918 by Dr. Mary Green who was a schoolteacher in Englewood. Originally named the Lemon Bay Mother's Club, a name retained until April 1924, the club played an important role in the development of the religious, educational, civic, and political life in Englewood.

Lido Beach Casino

For nearly thirty years the Lido Casino attracted residents and tourists for pool and Gulf swimming, dining, dancing, shopping, and enjoying the beach. Activities such as swim meets, beauty pageants, and school and social events, were held here.

Edwards Theatre

The Edwards Theatre was the dream of Sarasota County's native son and the City's first Mayor, Arthur B. Edwards, who dedicated himself to the proposition that a modern city be built on the shores of Sarasota Bay. He was born October 2, 1874, and died November 14, 1969. He served the community as County Road Supervisor and first Tax Assessor. In the business world he was active in Insurance, Real Estate, Promotion of Winter Tourism, Banking and Abstract of Title Records.

Atlantic Coast Line Railroad Depot - 1 School Ave.

Bay Haven School - 2901 Tamiami Circle West

Bee Ridge Community - 4826 McIntosh Road

Bee Ridge Turpentine Camp - Demaco Corp., 4550 Clark and Deacon

Bee Ridge Woman's Club - 4919 Andrew Avenue

Bidwell-Wood House - 1260 12th Street

Bispham Dairy - 4613 S. Tamiaimi Trail

Bobby Jones Golf Legend - 1000 Circus Blvd.

Booker Schools - 3201 N. Orange Ave.

Buchan's Landing - South end of Dearborn Street & Englewood Rd.

Casey's Pass - South of Venice Inlet at the beginning of the South Jetty

Edgewood - Mundy Park, corner of Groveland Ave. & Country Club Way