Bringing Home the Sunshine: Collecting Florida Souvenirs

Souvenirs are the tangible reminder of a vacation well-enjoyed. Countless numbers of people have traveled to Florida since the late 1800s to escape the cold, the crowding, and diseases of the northern states. Florida’s place as a tourist mecca was well-established years before air conditioning and Mickey Mouse were ever-present. Natural Florida and the enduring sunshine were enough to entice visitors from across the country and around the world.