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We hope you will stop by the History Center to see what’s new, but until then, we hope you enjoy these puzzles depicting some of moments in history from Boca Grande!


2022 Puzzles

black and white photo of historic pedestrian bridge

Japanese Bridge

The Japanese Bridge (aka The Chinese Bridge) was built in 1929 by Barron Collier. This allowed golfers to cross the bayou from the Gasparilla Inn to the golf course.

Open “Japanese Bridge” Jigsaw Puzzle

historic photo of black man on bicycle holding monkey in his hand

Murdock on Bicycle

Murdock rode his bicycle all over town and he could often be seen on theater night selling roasted and boiled peanuts in addition to mosquito beaters made out of palmetto branches. At his shop located near the juke place one could also purchase Ding Dong Daddy perfume.

Open “Murdock on Bicycle” Jigsaw Puzzle

two story building from 1940 with The Hotel H Shops written on awning

Hotel H

Picture of Hotel H (also known as Hotel Hell) after renovation in 1990. Building was also known as McMickel apartments in the 1940’s. There were shops downstairs toward the back. The first year showing on the tax roll is 1930. Blondie (Dishong) operated a beauty shop there, location of building is on E. Railroad Avenue.

Open “Hotel H” Jigsaw Puzzle

Black and White photo of restaurant with Kozy Kitchen sign

Kozy Kitchen

Popular and storied restaurant with the “locals” dating back to at least the 1930’s. The building was located across from the railroad depot on E. Railroad Avenue and was demolished in 1988.

Open “Kozy Kitchen” Jigsaw Puzzle


2021 Puzzles

Boy standing in History Center exhibition

Never To Young

Children of all ages love exploring the History Center, as this young fan can attest.

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black and white photo of three boys

Bay Boys

The mischievous faces of the “Bad Boys” in their early years give a glimpse into the idyllic childhood to be had in Boca Grande before the bridge, and foreshadowed their gleeful antics in later years. Enjoy this jigsaw puzzle of these iconic Island legends.

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Inside the old Pink Elephant with bartender, Forest Stover, on duty.

Pink Elephant

Where did the “Bad Boys” of Boca Grande hang out? All over the Island, really – this photo depicts the Pink Elephant, with beloved bartender, Forest Stover, on duty.

Open “Pink Elephant” Jigsaw Puzzle

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