Naval Air Station Pensacola
1914The first naval air station in the United States, established in 1914, and home of the Blue Angels flight demonstration squadron.
7.7 mi away
Pensacola, Florida
Everything Pensacola is known for
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Pensacola, Florida, a city known for its beautiful white sandy beaches and emerald waters, also has a notable musical identity. Over 40 artists have called Pensacola home, spanning genres from classical to rock and jazz. The city was an important early center for blues, ragtime, vaudeville, and jazz, and later became a regional cornerstone of the "Chitlin' Circuit," a network of venues that hosted Black musicians during the mid-20th century.
Among the artists from Pensacola are classical pianist Don Shirley and jazz musician Gigi Gryce. The city is also mentioned in songs like "Pensacola" by Joan Osborne and "Gulf Coast Girl" by Caroline Jones.
Music in Pensacola
Songs About Pensacola
Pensacola
Joan Osborne
"Well, I found him in Pensacola"
Pensacola, Florida (Godzilla Theme)
Tom Holkenborg
"Pensacola, Florida"
Pensacola Rain
Darrin Bradbury
"Pensacola Rain"
Pensacola
Manchester Orchestra
"Alcohol, dirty malls, Pensacola, Florida bars"
Gulf Coast Girl
Caroline Jones
"I love Pensacola"
South of the South
David Dondero
"in the town of pensicola, riding bikes like we were kids"
Killer Parties
The Hold Steady
"Pensacola parties hard with poppers, pills and Pepsi"
rollin' steam
zack mcginn
Gulf of Mexico
Jess Williamson
"Everybody's pissed and naked at the Gulf of Mexico"
Chesney On A Beach
McCoy Moore
"Boat rockin' to the rhythm of a summertime melody"
By Way Of Alabama
Wesko
"It ain't the beach in Pensacola"
the devil plies his trade
turnpike troubadours
Nah Mean
Nas
"Open up your facial like your boy Roy in his prime"
4,3,2,1
LL COOL J
"Swingin' at Ken Griffey or challenging Roy to a fight"
If You Can Do Anything Else
George Strait
"Or maybe Pensacola, where the sun shines all year 'round"
Artists From Pensacola
G
Gwen McCrae
rock
M
Mike McCready
rock
D
Don Shirley
classical
J
James & Bobby Purify
rock
J
James Purify
r-n-b
W
Walter Jackson
r-n-b
G
Gigi Gryce
jazz
T
This Bike Is a Pipe Bomb
metal
A
Austin Carlile
rock
W
When Amber Sleeps
metal
T
The Dickens
indie
A
Ali Eskandarian
folk
H
Harry Whitaker
jazz
K
Kiersey Clemons
pop
W
Willie Henderson
blues
I
Ida Goodson
jazz
S
Steve Gillette
folk
A
Andrew Morgan
other
A
Arigon Starr
americana
J
Joe Marshall
jazz
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Rivers & Roads in Song near Pensacola
Songs written about the waterways and highways that run near Pensacola.
History of Pensacola
Fort Pickens
1834A Civil War-era fort on Santa Rosa Island that held Geronimo as a prisoner of war and never fell to the Confederacy.
7.8 mi away
Everything Near Pensacola
22 stories, landmarks & places within ~20 miles — the same local lore RoadyGoat plays as you drive through.
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Pensacola, FL
· Local history
Pensacola sits on Florida's panhandle, a place defined by water. The Escambia River, the state's westernmost, empties into the wide, protected expanse of Pensacola Bay. That bay, more than anything, shaped the city's…
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Fort George (Pensacola, Florida)
· 0.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Right here, this unassuming park marks the spot of a crucial turning point in Pensacola's history. Fort George was built by the British in 1778 to protect Pensacola during the American Revolutionary War. But in 1781,…
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San Carlos Hotel (Pensacola, Florida)
· 0.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder why Pensacola was once called the 'Paris of the South?' This spot held a big clue. Here, at the corner of Palafox and Garden, stood the San Carlos Hotel. Built by local businessmen, it opened its doors in…
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Saenger Theatre (Pensacola, Florida)
· 0.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over and take a look – you're about to see a Pensacola landmark that's been dazzling audiences for nearly a century. The Saenger Theatre, built in 1925, quickly became a hub for entertainment in the city. For…
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James House (Pensacola, Florida)
· 0.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Right up here is the James House, and it's way more than just a house. It was home to Daniel "Chappie" James, Jr., who broke barriers to become the first African American four-star general in the U.S. Air Force. This is…
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Old Christ Church (Pensacola, Florida)
· 0.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Dating back to 1832, this is one of the oldest surviving church buildings in Florida. Originally known as Christ Church, it served the growing Episcopal community in Pensacola. The church's construction was a testament…
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Lavalle House
· 0.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Built in 1805, the Lavalle House is a window into Pensacola's past. It's one of the oldest houses in the city and a rare survivor from the days when Florida was still under Spanish rule. Charles Lavalle, for whom the…
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Crystal Ice Company Building
· 1.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Back in the day, this wasn't just a building, it was a lifeline for travelers! The Crystal Ice Company Building, built in 1932, was where folks could buy ice. It was built by the Crystal Ice Company to sell ice. This…
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L & N Marine Terminal Building
· 1.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Standing here, you're at a spot that once pulsed with the lifeblood of Pensacola's maritime trade. The L & N Marine Terminal Building, right in front of you, is a silent witness to that era. The building was added to…
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Hyer-Knowles Planing Mill Chimney
· 5.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
That lonely brick chimney standing tall against the Florida sky? It's a silent witness to a desperate act of wartime destruction. This is all that's left of the Hyer-Knowles Planing Mill, a steam-powered sawmill built…
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First American Road in Florida
· 5.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
You're driving near a vital piece of Florida's early infrastructure: the First American Road. This wasn't built for tourists or beachgoers, but for soldiers. In the 1820s, General Andrew Jackson ordered the construction…
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Big Heart West
· 5.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder what secrets lie buried beneath your tires? This unassuming spot near Gulf Breeze is actually an archaeological site called Big Heart West. It offers a glimpse into Florida's distant past. Big Heart West was…
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Emanuel Point Shipwreck Site
· 5.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Beneath these waves lie secrets of a lost Spanish colony. Could this be the wreckage of the San Juan, a Spanish galleon lost in 1559? In 1559, Conquistador Tristan de Luna arrived on this coast with a fleet, hoping to…
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Naval Live Oaks Reservation
· 6.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine a time when the strength of a nation rested on the sturdiness of its ships, and that sturdiness depended on the trees growing right here. This is the Naval Live Oaks Reservation, once a vital source of timber…
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Pensacola Naval Air Station Historic District
· 7.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine the roar of early biplanes echoing across these grounds; this is where naval aviation first took flight! The Pensacola Naval Air Station Historic District preserves the heart of the Navy's earliest flight…
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Fort Barrancas
· 7.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
You're driving near a place that's seen a *lot* of history. Fort Barrancas has flown flags from four different nations! Construction on the site started way back in 1787 by the Spanish, who called it Fort San Carlos de…
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Naval Air Station Pensacola
· 7.7 mi · Historical Marker
The first naval air station in the United States, established in 1914, and home of the Blue Angels flight demonstration squadron.
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Fort Pickens
· 7.8 mi · Historical Marker
A Civil War-era fort on Santa Rosa Island that held Geronimo as a prisoner of war and never fell to the Confederacy.
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Fort Pickens
· 7.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Picture this: a massive brick fortress standing defiant against the tide of history. That's Fort Pickens, a sentinel guarding Pensacola Bay. Built in 1834, it's named for Revolutionary War hero Andrew Pickens. During…
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USS Massachusetts (BB-2)
· 10.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Before you, resting on the seabed, lies a piece of American naval history: the USS Massachusetts. She represents a pivotal moment in the US Navy's shift toward modern battleships.Authorized in 1890, the Massachusetts…
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Arcadia Sawmill and Arcadia Cotton Mill
· 15.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine a bustling industrial hub, right here in the Florida Panhandle! The Arcadia Sawmill and Cotton Mill site was once a crucial part of the region's economy. In the 19th century, this water-powered complex processed…
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Bagdad Village Historic District
· 16.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Step back in time as you wander through this preserved village, showcasing Florida's late 19th and early 20th-century architecture and way of life. The Bagdad Village Historic District, established in 1987, encompasses…
