Jesup's Battle

Historical marker location:

9060 W Indiantown Rd, Jupiter, Florida

( Marker can be reached from West Indiantown Road (State Road 706) 1.3 miles west of Florida's Turnpike (Interstate 95), on the left when traveling west.)

Marker installed: 2010

January 24, 1838.

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.