Gram Parsons Derry Down

Historical marker location:

297 5th St NW, Winter Haven, Florida

( Marker is on 5th Street Northwest south of Avenue D Northwest, on the right when traveling south.)

Marker installed: 2015

The Everglades, one of Florida's most iconic natural landmarks, was not always a protected area. In fact, it was once considered a worthless swamp and was drained and developed for agricultural purposes in the early 20th century.