Indian Shores,
Florida
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Oringinally called Indian Shores Beach South Shore, what is now Indian Shores is one of the oldest beach communities along the barrier islands.
Legend has it that Indian Shores got it's name from the fact that local indians woulds fish along the rocks that lined the island.
Once the Tampa Bay area was settled, summer cottages began to sprout up along the beach. A ferry contected Indian shores with the mainland.
In 1916 a turn bridge was built and the area began to grow. During the Second World War the area really took off and was incorporated into the Town of Indian Shores Beach, South Shore.
1973 brought a referendum to change the name of the town to Indian Shores. The passage of the referendum resulted in what we see today, the Town of Indian Shores.
Today Indian Shores Beach is a vibrant beach community that is the perfect place for a family vacation or a quiet weekend get-a-way.
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