Casey's Pass

Historical marker location:

1572 Tarpon Center Drive, Venice, Florida

( Marker is on Tarpon Center Drive, 0.3 miles west of Inlet Circle Road, in the median.)

Marker installed: 1988

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.