Owen Godwin, Sr. - Gatorland - Orlando, Florida
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A quote from Owen Godwin, Sr., on his motivation to establish Gatorland - a theme park and wildlife preserve in Orlando, Florida - appears on a dedication plaque in his honor and can be seen at the southern end of the park.
Waymark Code: WM15ZDR
Location: Florida, United States
Date Posted: 03/30/2022
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A quote from Owen Godwin, Sr., on his motivation to establish
Gatorland - a theme park and wildlife preserve in Orlando, Florida - can be found at the entrance to white gators/Swamp Walk section. A concrete plinth at this southern end of the park supports a cast metal plaque that dedicates the walkway to Mr. Godwin. His words appear across the lower portion, beneath an alligator relief:
"My desire is to give to the visitors and
residents of Florida a look at the wildlife
and natural beauty of this great state."
- Owen Godwin
Open every day (including holidays): 10:00am - 5:00pm
Address:
14501 South Orange Blossom Trail
Orlando, Florida
Website: [Web Link]
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