The people just can’t get enough of the Florida Pavilion at the Great American State Fair!
Want to see what all the hype is about for yourself? Make sure you stop by our booth as part of your America 250 celebrations if you’re in D.C. or plan on visiting soon. Whether you’re a Florida local looking for a little bit of home or an out-of-state explorer, we promise that it’s worth your while.
What if crops could warn us before drought damage begins? 🌱
@ufhorticulture, @USDA & @NASA can now detect plant stress days before it’s visible on Earth and maybe even future long-duration space missions.
Hyperspectral imaging: small signals, big differences: https://t.co/gceT19wSdT
Our plant diagnostic centers across Florida handle more than 5,000 samples a year from commercial and residential clients in all 67 counties in Florida, numerous states, the Caribbean and other regions of the world.
The timely and accurate diagnosis and management recommendations from our experts are essential to protecting the food system.
On #ToursimTuesday, we visit the “Sponge Capital of the World” Tarpon Springs. The city became a global sponge-harvesting hub thanks to Greek divers and now has one of the largest Greek American communities in the U.S. Enjoy the unique maritime and cultural heritage. @FLMemory
The Florida Pavilion is now open at the Great American State Fair! Come on by and visit to learn about Florida’s storied history and our contributions to the republic as we celebrate America 250.
July 1880: South Florida Railroad reaches Longwood amid Central FL's railroad boom. 1 of 3 lines thru town in 1880s with Orange Belt RR & Florida Midland RR.
#DiscoverYourHome#LongwoodFL#RailroadHistory
📷: Orange Belt workers near Longwood, FL @FLMemory
Florida is celebrating the Fourth of July weekend, July 3-5, with free entry to Florida State Parks, giving families and visitors a chance to enjoy the outdoors without an admission fee.
With parks across the state, this is a great opportunity to explore springs, trails, beaches and historic sites while learning about Florida’s natural and cultural resources.
Parks excluded from free entry include:
-Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park.
-Skyway Fishing Pier State Park.
-Weeki Wachee Springs State Park.
Learn more: https://t.co/LvqaXVxniU
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📍: Lake Kissimmee State Park
💡: Plan your adventure at https://t.co/YhnWcMz9Bl Before you visit, check the KNOW BEFORE YOU GO section on the park’s webpage for real-time updates and helpful information.
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#FLStateParks # #LoveFL #America250FL @America250FL
One night only! 🇺🇸 Our All-American Drone Show takes you on a patriotic journey through America's space program over the Rocket Garden. From Apollo to Artemis, watch extraordinary eras of exploration materialize in the sky. Don't miss this celebration of the United States' 250th anniversary, included with admission! 🚀 https://t.co/y0qpkA7EG9
Today is National Orange Blossom Day. In 1909, the Orange Blossom was named Florida’s state flower. Did you know that oranges came to Florida with Spanish explorers during the 1500s? To learn more about the State Flower, check out: https://t.co/v7OjUDR9DO @FLMemory
Zac Brown isn’t apologizing for performing at Sunday’s UFC event at the White House 👏🇺🇸
“I’m there for the troops, man. I’m there to honor America. This is patriotism, not politics for me. I mean, fuck all the division. I don’t believe in that. I love this country. I love all the people that have sacrificed so that I can live my American dream and that everyone that lives here gets a chance to do that if they work hard and make the right decisions. So it doesn’t have a place in politics for me.”
On June 11, 1953, the Florida State Legislature designated the Sabal Palm as the State Tree. Sabal Palms have provided Floridians with building materials, ingredients for food, and goods to create furniture, clothing, pocketbooks, and other everyday items. In 1970, the Legislature amended the state seal to include the Sabal Palm. To learn more about our State Tree, check out this link: https://t.co/23tAMsvmKU
@America250FL
Tampa Bay has always been a great baseball area — from the days of Ruth and Gehrig in spring training to the legends who hail from Tampa like Boggs, McGriff, etc.
The Rays can have a strong future in Tampa Bay. Just need the right formula.
This is what life looked like in Florida in the 1800s.
At the Panhandle Pioneer Settlement, historic buildings have been preserved to show how early Florida settlers lived, worked, and built their communities.
From log cabins to a working blacksmith shop, come experience historic Florida. @America250FL
TODAY IS OUR 55th BIRTHDAY 🥹✈️🙌 On April 15, 1971, our new Main Terminal opened to the world with revolutionary Airsides that transformed the travel experience. To celebrate today’s big milestone, we dug up this amazing promo video from our archives! Here’s to the next 55! 🥳