Year

1970 (circa)

Video Details

14:00; color; sound; V-175 S. 828

Description

This is a promotional film on St. Lucie County that begins with an overview of the different ecosystems in the county. The St. Lucie County Museum is featured and some history of the county is given. There are scenes of downtown Fort Pierce and the Great American Raft Race. Local artist A.E. "Beanny" Backus talks about the area and how it influences his painting. There is footage dealing with the school system, the agribusiness, Indian River citrus, hunting and sport saltwater fishing.

Geographic Subject

Fort Pierce
Saint Lucie County

Personal Subject

Backus, Albert Ernest, 1906-1991

Subject

Agriculture
Art
Artists
Attractions
Boating
Citrus industry
Fishing
Hunting
Promotional films
Tourism