Jesse Linzy

Historical marker location:

4931 South Peninsula Drive, Ponce Inlet, Florida

( Marker can be reached from South Peninsula Drive south of Ocean Way Drive,, on the left when traveling south.)

African American Heritage at Ponce Inlet.

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.