Bruce Beach is a park under construction in
Pensacola, Florida. It was formerly an industrial area and was once home to a pool for African American residents. In 2023 it is undergoing revitalization. It was once a gathering spot for the area's African American residents.
Bruce Beach had a swimming pool until the 1970s.
A pedestrian bridge over Washerwoman Creek is planned to connect the park to Community Maritime Park.
[ Signage addressing the history is also planned.]
See also
*African American resorts
During the decades of segregation in the United States, African Americans established various resorts. The resorts were self-contained commercial establishments. Varying resort accommodations included rooms for rent, meals and fine food, cocktail b ...
*Butler Beach
Butler Beach is a census-designated place (CDP) in St. Johns County, Florida, United States. The population was 4,978 at the time of the 2020 United States Census.
History
Butler Beach was established by Frank B. Butler, who had been successful ...
References
Parks in Escambia County, Florida
{{Florida-stub