Month: March 2017

Up To 10 Years To Replace Fort Clinch Pier?

Fishing pier at Fort Clinch State Park is closed, photo 10-17-2016
Pier Closed at Fort Clinch State Park

The Florida DEP’s intention is to demolish the Fort Clinch pier. It could take up to 10 years to replace.

Light Damaged at Treasured Fernandina Landmark

Amelia Island Lighthouse Third-Order Fresnel Lens Damaged
Amelia Island Lighthouse Third-Order Fresnel Lens Damaged

Florida’s oldest lighthouse on Amelia Island has gone dark due to damage of its lens.

Amelia Island’s New Movie Theatre

B & B Theatres has opened on Amelia Island. Enjoy enhanced movie experience, luxury seating, booze & more.

Amelia Concours Changed To March 11, 2017

Adonis hood ornament 1929 Packard Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance
"Adonis" Hood Ornament, 1929 Packard

The 2017 Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance has been moved to Saturday, March 11, 2017 (instead of Sunday) due to weekend weather forecast.

Amelia Island Vintage Gran Prix

The 2017 Amelia Island Gran Prix is March 16-19th
The 2017 Amelia Island Gran Prix is March 16-19th

The 2017 Amelia Island Vintage Gran Prix features classic cars racing the 2.1 mile track at Fernandina Beach airport.

Cars of Kings & Movies Coming To Amelia In 2017

Restored BMW 507 Roadster Formerly Owned By Elvis
Restored BMW 507 Roadster Formerly Owned By Elvis

See rare BMW 507 formerly owned by Elvis, the elegant “Duchess” 1941 Cadillac owned by a British King, a James Bond car, and more stars of famous movies.