52 items found
Collection ID is exactly "13" AND Subject is exactly "Beaches"
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11-Mar-57

11-Mar-57

Date
1957-03-11
Description
This is home movie footage of spoonbill birds in flight and on the beach. There are also a few shots of alligators.
Collection
A NEW ADVENTURE IN LIVING

A NEW ADVENTURE IN LIVING

Date
1957 (circa)
Description
This film shows the community of Pompano Beach, including the fun, entertainment and activities that are available in the area. Viewers see homes "that range in price from $8,000." Flowering plants, backyard pools and canals with water skiers are typical. Viewers see banks, businesses and lots of cars. The film shows produce, industry, hotels, motels and Ted Mack strolling the beach. Viewers see Hillsborough Lighthouse, the beaches, golf courses, harness and thoroughbred races, Dania Jai-Alai Fronton and Storyland Amusement Park. Churches, schools and hospitals are shown next. The film also shows a train depot, Broward County Airport, cruise ships at Port Everglades, the Yacht Club, deep-sea fishing and nightlife. The area is described as "a veritable utopia." Produced by Don Parisher.
Collection
ANASTASIA STATE PARK

ANASTASIA STATE PARK

Date
1967 (circa)
Description
This film features scenes of Florida's Anastasia State Park. Footage includes shots of the park's facilities, campground and beach. The film has excellent color quality. Produced by the Florida State Board of Parks.
Collection
Beach Ball Holiday

Beach Ball Holiday

Date
1965 (circa)
Description
This film focuses on enjoying the sun and water in Fort Lauderdale . It includes aerials of the coast, hotels and a marlin fishing tournament. Produced by Guided Tours; sponsored by FDC and City of Fort Lauderdale.
Collection
Beach Hotel

Beach Hotel

Date
1950 (circa)
Description
This film shows a beach hotel shot from the water with colorful cabanas on the sand. The cars in the background indicate that it was made in the 1950s. The film container identifies Fort Lauderdale as the location.
Collection
BROWARD: THE GOLDEN COUNTY

BROWARD: THE GOLDEN COUNTY

Date
1960 (circa)
Description
This film shows a little of Port Everglades and then other features in Broward County such as the airport, Pioneer City ("old west" attraction), crowds on the beach and fishing. It also shows hospitals, churches, condos, Nova University, some industry, pari-mutuel wagering, sports and nightlife. It also has Seminoles gator wrestling, the Everglades and Birch State Park. Produced by David W. Hunter & Associates; sponsored by Broward County Commission.
Collection
CAPE FLORIDA: THE TREASURE OF KEY BISCAYNE

CAPE FLORIDA: THE TREASURE OF KEY BISCAYNE

Date
1960 (circa)
Description
In this film, the Goodyear Blimp takes off for a look at Cape Florida. The history of the area is told in reenactments of aborigines, pirates, salvagers and Seminoles. A story of a murder and a survival story are told. Then, viewers see tourists frolicking on the beach. Produced by Tel-Air Interests of Miami; sponsored by Goodyear and Florida State Parks.
Collection
DAYTONA BEACH RESORT AREA: THE AFFORDABLE FLORIDA

DAYTONA BEACH RESORT AREA: THE AFFORDABLE FLORIDA

Date
1970 (circa)
Description
This is one of the few tourism films to use synch sound with the models. It features three couples: one retired, one with two children and a young married couple. They frolic in the surf, fish and shop. Viewers see attractions, nightlife and all of the usual pastimes. The film shows some old-time footage of car races on the beach and many contemporary vehicles on the beach. It also shows Disney World, Marineland, Silver Springs, the Daytona Speedway, Ponce de Leon Inlet Lighthouse, Ormond Beach Hotel and Kennedy Space Center. Produced by Coronado Studios and Gouchenour Inc. Advertising; sponsored by the Daytona Beach Resort Area.
Collection
Florida Beaches: Paradise in Peril

Florida Beaches: Paradise in Peril

Date
1970 (circa)
Description
This film addresses efforts to save Florida's "greatest natural resource," its beaches, from erosion. Officials and scientists from the Florida Department of Natural Resources and the University of Florida's Oceanographic and Coastal Science Departments are shown researching erosion. The film shows footage of beachgoers, various forms of beach erosion, and before and after footage of beach restoration projects. Produced by the Florida Department of Natural Resources.
Collection
FLORIDA CONVENTION LAND

FLORIDA CONVENTION LAND

Date
1964
Description
The American Society of Travel Agents meets in Miami, hosted by FDC. They party and sightsee at Monkey Jungle and Miami Seaquarium. Viewers see hospitality suites, awards, beach fun and business meetings. Produced by Peter Barton Productions; sponsored by FDC.
Collection
Identifier Title Type Subject Thumbnail
11-Mar-5711-Mar-57American alligator
Beaches
Birds
Home movies
Spoonbills
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A NEW ADVENTURE IN LIVINGA NEW ADVENTURE IN LIVINGAmusement parks
Attractions
Beaches
Economic conditions
Fishing
Golf
Horses
Horse racing
Hotels
Promotional films
Tourism
Transportation
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ANASTASIA STATE PARKANASTASIA STATE PARKBeaches
Camping
Promotional films
Recreation
Tourism
Travel
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Beach Ball HolidayBeach Ball HolidayBeaches
Boating
Fishing
Hotels
Marlin Fishing
Promotional films
Tourism
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Beach HotelBeach HotelBeaches
Hotels
Promotional films
Tourism
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BROWARD: THE GOLDEN COUNTYBROWARD: THE GOLDEN COUNTYAmerican alligator
Amusement parks
Attractions
Beaches
Economic conditions
Gambling-Florida
Industry
Promotional films
Recreation
Seminole Indians
Tourism
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CAPE FLORIDA: THE TREASURE OF KEY BISCAYNECAPE FLORIDA: THE TREASURE OF KEY BISCAYNEBeaches
Florida-History
Promotional films
Seminole Indians
Tourism
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DAYTONA BEACH RESORT AREA: THE AFFORDABLE FLORIDADAYTONA BEACH RESORT AREA: THE AFFORDABLE FLORIDAAmusement parks
Attractions
Automobiles
Automobile racing
Beaches
Boating
Promotional films
Recreation
Tourism
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Florida Beaches: Paradise in PerilFlorida Beaches: Paradise in PerilBeach erosion--Florida
Beaches
Erosion
Oceanography
Promotional films
Tourism
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FLORIDA CONVENTION LANDFLORIDA CONVENTION LANDAmusement parks
Attractions
Beaches
Promotional films
Tourism
Wildlife
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