Avon Park Historical Video now on sale in the Gift Shop!

This video chronicles the first nine years of Avon Park, from its founding by pioneer newspaper writer and real estate salesman Oliver Crosby, to the infamous freeze that almost turned Avon Park into a ghost town. Hosted by veteran local newsman Hal Graves, the tale is told through a "You are There" format, where Mr. Graves converses from his set with Crosby and his wife, Emma. Oliver and Emma tell their stories about the hardships they encountered from an authentic log cabin. This video is educational, as well as informational! There is a quiz to test your knowledge, and additional music by local master pianist Jeff Klein. Don't wait to pick up your copy on DVD at our gift shop!

Price: $10.00

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Below are stills from "Avon Park: From Founding to Freeze." Just click on the thumbnail to see a larger picture.

David Flowers as Oliver Crosby laments about his situation in Avon Park as he packs to leave.	Veteran newsman Hal Graves on the set of "Avon Park: From Founding to Freeze"
Oliver Crosby in more happy times, describing better days at Avon Park.	Jimmie Garner Butts as Oliver's wife, Emma.