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Florida Gulf Coast University Special Collections

Sanibel Island Collection, 1574-1998

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The Sanibel Island Collection consists of photographs that highlight the geographical, environmental, social, and civic aspects of Sanibel Island. There are also letters, telegrams, and newspaper articles that highlight the social and community life on Sanibel Island. All materials in this collection are prior to the damage caused by Hurricane Ian in 2022.

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1950's View of the Road to Captiva

 

The road to Captiva was threatened by erosion as it ran at water's edge along the Gulf of Mexico. Erosional forces increased in the 1920s and in the late 1980s, beach renourishment was initiated to slow the problem. Many other potential remedies were tried, such as the "dog-leg" groins running perpendicular to the shore in this photo.

1955 Sanibel Shell Fair, 1955

 

Part of a scallop and Lion's paw display at the 1955 Sanibel Shell Fair.

Florida Gulf Coast University Special Collections

Vintage Florida Postcards, 1930-2025

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Materials included in the Vintage Florida Postcard collection include postcards from regions spanning the State of Florida.

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Florida Gulf Coast University Special Collections

John and Ellen Sheppard Historical Fort Myers Collection, bulk 1865-2000s

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Includes an array of family items spanning the history of the Woolslair and Sheppard families, including personal correspondence, photographs, and publications.

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