In case you haven’t heard about Martin Digital History, I’d like to share a bit of it today. Part of the library system, its “mission is to encourage the appreciation of Martin County’s unique history by collaborating with community members and local organizations to collect, present, and interpret relevant digital content.”

Some of the first cultural documents digitized at the encouragement of historian Sandra Thurlow were the old Martin County Chamber of Commerce Fishing Guides. I know many of my readers will appreciate these historic documents!

Here is a page from the 1935 fishing guide noting the St. Lucie River was “the Fishing Grounds of Presidents.” Pretty amazing all things considered today! 

A list of fish and the artwork of the 1935 cover note fish that are still found in the area but in much lesser quantities.

Click here to see a pdf. version of the 1935 Fishing Guide’s Entire Document.

Click here to see the Fishing Guide of 1935 and other Collections

I hope this is just the beginning of your learning about Martin Digital History!