Traveling exhibit “Little Slices of Heaven on U.S. 27” on display

Little Slices of Heaven on U.S. 27 is on exhibit at the Fine Arts Gallery at Seminole State College Jan. 10-31. The traveling exhibit, produced and curated by Megan Paquette Stepe of the Museum of Florida Art and Culture, focuses on the unique tourist attractions which developed following the construction of U.S. Route 27, the 500-mile Florida highway spanning from Tallahassee to Miami.

Nicknamed the “backbone of Florida,” U.S. 27 served as the state’s principal highway before the construction of I-4 and I-75, bringing new visitors to Florida’s less traveled areas. This led to not only an increased appreciation and ultimate preservation of Florida’s natural wonders, but it also spurred the development of several creative, educational and witty delights up and down the stretch of highway.

Little Slices of Heaven on U.S. 27 features destinations and attractions which existed from 1934 to 1970. It is a visual road-trip through bygone Florida via photos, videos, memorabilia, artifacts, and fine art on loan by Florida artists and historical institutions. Participating artists include Richard Reep, Blair Updike, Shannon Cummings, Johanna O’Donnell, Carl Knickerbocker, Curtis Nelson and Cindy Eaton.

Little Slices of Heaven on U.S. 27

Sanford/Lake Mary campus
Building G / Fine Arts Gallery
100 Weldon Blvd, Sanford, Florida 32773
Exhibit on display January 10–31
Open Monday through Thursday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Free and open to the public