Michelle Akers

Historical marker location:

845 Lake Markham Rd, Sanford, Florida

( Marker is on Lake Markham Road, 0.1 miles north of Sylvan Lake Drive, on the right when traveling north.)

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.