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History & Culture
Climb through the remnants of Fort Pickens on a breezy day, close your eyes, and you can almost hear the gunshots that some historians claim were the first of the Civil War. All your senses come alive as you explore the history and breathtaking beauty of Santa Rosa County. Enjoy visiting the places and learning more about the first and earlier inhabitants of Santa Rosa Island and the Gulf Breeze peninsula. Relics of Native Americans are displayed in local museums. Remnants of forts built by early settlers are reminders of Santa Rosa County's rugged past. Take an afternoon to learn about the lives of Santa Rosa's early and 20th century residents. From early Native American fisherman to Hollywood directors, man has been drawn here by the abundance of marine life and natural resources. Spaniards first set foot on the rich soil of Northwest Florida in 1559, and were followed by the English, French and early American pioneers who built formidable forts, shipbuilding and naval compounds and, eventually, thriving towns and cities. Santa Rosa County's towns and communities are as diverse as the early founders of Northwest Florida. Don't miss these unique sites located throughout the region:
Santa Rosa Tourist Development Council • 1-800-480-7263
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Plan Your Trip
For more than 500 years the Santa Rosa County area has been a compelling destination for travelers seeking the breathtaking beauty of its beaches, bays, bayous and inland waterways.
