Weeki Wachee
Identifier
F.2012-03-0386
Date Of Production
circa 1957
Abstract
Two women perform in a "live mermaid show" at Florida's Weeki Wachee Springs. They glide and twirl underwater, sip from their breathing hoses, and eventually sit down for a drink and a banana.
Entrepreneur Newton Perry founded the mermaid attraction in 1947. The performances occur in a natural pool that connects with the springs and a seven-mile river, with a limestone theater where viewers can look through glass to watch the shows.
Entrepreneur Newton Perry founded the mermaid attraction in 1947. The performances occur in a natural pool that connects with the springs and a seven-mile river, with a limestone theater where viewers can look through glass to watch the shows.
Run Time
4 min 5 sec
Format
16mm
Extent
100 feet
Color
Color
Sound
Silent
Reel/Tape Number
1/1
Has Been Digitized?
Yes
Language Of Materials
English
Element
Reversal Positives
Form
Subject
Related Collections
Related Places
Main Credits
Koza, Frank (is filmmaker)
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