William Bartram

William Bartram mural

Artist: Dean Quigley

Location: North 3rd St. Johns Ave.

Sponsor: Snyder family in honor of their parents.

 

This mural depicts William Bartram's trip up the St. Johns River in 1774 where he observes a Native American village on the site of present day Palatka. This mural is dedicated to the memory of Clint and Elizabeth Snyder, founders of the Conlee-Snyder Mural Committee.

William Bartram mural, sign

On May 24, 1875, the post office changed the spelling to Palatka.

William Bartram mural, boat