Punta Gorda, Florida: Teddy Roosevelt Catches the Devil Fish
One of the more unusual tributes to a President. An outdoor 2008 mural by local artist Liz Hutchinson recalls the day in 1917 when retired President Teddy Roosevelt came to Charlotte Harbor, battled a manta ray, and won.
Laishley Marina
- Address:
- Tamiami Trail, Punta Gorda, FL
- Directions:
- North of Retta Esplanade along US Hwy 41 Tamiami Trail, exit east. In the plaza next to the Municipal Marina parking lot.
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There's parking all around. The Teddy Roosevelt fishing mural is near the boat ramp.
[Gan Nunnally, 03/16/2024]
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