1971 St. Augustine Florida Guide Map Conquistador Art Historic Travel Brochure

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View 1971 St. Augustine Florida Guide Map Conquistador Art Historic Travel Brochure with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. Discover the charm of historic St. Augustine, Florida, with this vintage fold-out guide from 1971. The front features striking conquistador artwork by Cliff Lozell, accompanying a detailed map of the restored area, including key landmarks like Aviles Street and U.S. 1, and the Atlantic Ocean. The guide highlights the city's appeal with mentions of shops, handcraft studios, restaurants, motels, and beaches, inviting visitors to "Come stay awhile!" Unfold the guide to delve into a rich historical narrative detailing St. Augustine's founding in 1565, its periods under Spanish, British, and American rule, and descriptions of notable attractions such as the Castillo de San Marcos, the Oldest House, and horse-drawn carriage tours. It provides insights into local businesses like Iron Sword for Spanish Iron Work and details about Aviles Street's unique shops and galleries. This piece offers a fascinating glimpse into early 1970s tourism and the preserved history of America's oldest continuously inhabited European-established settlement, making it a wonderful collectible for history enthusiasts and Florida ephemera collectors. Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Paper › Ephemera › Unspecified, Unknown Date.