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Welcome to Naples Florida

Welcome to Naples, a paradise of sun, shore and nature harmoniously blended with the cosmopolitan and cultural center this city has become. Despite its metropolitan population and myriad housing developments, Naples remembers its Indian and early pioneering heritage. This diversity combined with its host of attractions, amenities and activities make Naples a great place to live and visit. We're showcasing all that Naples Florida has to offer right here. Make this web site your springboard for jumping into the Cities and Lifestyles that make up our paradise !

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Historical photo albums, wildlife, nature and scenery -- here are some links---

historical Swamp Buggy photo albumHistorical Swamp Buggy Photos detailing this wild and wacky sport started in the 1940's and still enjoyed today right here in Naples, Florida!

Naples Downtown Photo Album - including photos of parks, beaches, intracoastal waterway, and historical photos dating back to 1906.


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Naples Pier
In January, 1888, there was no pier. The Naples Company found and purchased the fastest steamship on the coast: Captain Merritt's "Fearless". This ship, which ran from Punta Gorda to Naples, entered through Gordon's Pass, up into the Bay of Naples, according to the Company's promotional brochure. However, in low tide, passengers had to be shuttled ashore by "lighters" out in the Gulf, which featured troublesome sandbars (and some rock'n'roll).

Thus, a construction contract was let to Captain James Canty in Ft. Myers in June, 1888, for a 600-foot T-shaped wharf in 18 feet deep water on the Gulf side, facing the hotel. Pilings and timbers were off-loaded in the surf and towed ashore...read the History of Naples Pier »

History of Naples - From Calusa Indians to Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens - a look at the history of Naples Florida.

 

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Naples Events

January 26-29, 2012 ~ Naples Boat Show
Corner of Goodlette Road and US 41

January 27-29, 2012 ~ Naples Winter Wine Festival
The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort
Contact: 888-837-4949

January 28 & 29, 2012 ~ Bayshore Festival of the Arts
Art festival plus entertainment, food and beverages 11am - 6pm
Location: Sugden Regional Park - 4284 Avalon Drive
Contact: (239)775-2800

January 28 & 29, 2012 ~ Swamp Buggy Races
Florida Sports Park at Rattlesnake Hammock Rd and Collier Blvd.
Contact: 239-774-2701

February 4, 2012 ~ Art in the Park
Outdoor art fair on Park St. next to the von Liebig Art Center.

February 11-12, 2012 - Jammin in the Hammock 5th Annual Bluegrass Festival
Featuring Music Sat. & Sun. by:
The Wilson Family, Frontline, Kristi Morris & Jeff Kellogg, Sawgrass Drifters, Tomorrows News, The WholeTones
Saturday or Sunday only entry fee $15.00/Person Both days: $25.00/Person
Children 13 and under free (with paying adult)
Collier – Seminole State Park
20200 Tamiami Trail E. ~ Naples, Florida 34114
Location: U.S. 41, 8 miles East of Hwy 951 (Collier Blvd.)
For more information: 239-394-3397

February 18 & 19, 2012 ~ Lely Ole Art and Jazz Festival
Lely Resort Village Center
Contact: 239-293-9448

February 24-28, 2012 ~ Naples International Art & Antique Fair
Location: Naples International Pavilion ~ 4835 Immokalee Road
Contact: 239-949-5411 or info@ifae.com

February 25-26, 2012 ~ Annual Naples National Art Festival
Cambier Park
Contact: 239-262-6517

March 3, 2012 ~ Art in the Park
Outdoor art fair on Park St. next to the von Liebig Art Center.

March 3 & 4, 2012 ~ Swamp Buggy Races
Florida Sports Park at Rattlesnake Hammock Rd and Collier Blvd.
Contact: 239-774-2701

March 23-26, 2012 ~ Art Naples Contemporary Art Fair
More than 45 international art dealers and special exhibitions from Europe, Latin America, United States, Asia as well as leading Southwest Florida contemporary dealers representing over 1200 works of art by 300 artists spanning both 20th and 21st century.
Location: Naples International Pavilion ~ 4835 Immokalee Road
Contact: 239-949-5411 or info@ifae.com

March 24-25, 2012 ~ Downtown Naples Festival of the Arts
5th Avenue South ~ 10am to 5pm
Contact: 239-262-6517

April 7, 2012 ~ Art in the Park
Outdoor art fair on Park St. next to the von Liebig Art Center.

EVERY SATURDAY
Third Street Farmer's Market
7:30 am till 11:30 am behind Tommy Bahama in the Neopolitan parking area betwee Third Street South and Gordon Drive.
Fresh fruit and vegetables, seafood, baked goods, flowers, jams & jellies, pasta, candles, shells, soaps and much more.