Albert Hazen Blanding

Historical marker location:

5629 State Route 16 West, Starke, Florida

( Memorial can be reached from Tallahassee Street south of Minden Street, on the right when traveling north.)

1876 - 1970. ☆ ☆ ☆.

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.