Fort Cooper

Historical marker location:

3100 S Old Floral City Rd, Inverness, Florida

( Marker is on South Old Floral City Road, 0.2 miles south of Carnegie Drive, on the right when traveling south.)

Marker installed: 2016

Florida was one of the first states to embrace the automobile, with the first auto race in the state taking place in 1904. Today, Florida is still known for its car culture, with numerous car shows and events taking place throughout the year.