The Ridge - Mural - Lake Wales, Florida, USA.
N 27° 54.112 W 081° 35.214
17R E 442241 N 3086470
A stunning large mural feature scenes found in the Historic district of Lake Wales. The US-17 Hwy is designated as a Florida Scenic Highway known as 'The Ridge' the highway runs through the heart of Downtown Lake Wales, Florida.
Waymark Code: WMMM45
Location: Florida, United States
Date Posted: 10/06/2014
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This beautiful mural is approx. 25 feet tall by 75 feet long, is located alongside US-17 & junction with Stuart Avenue, on the side of the former Scenic Hwy Theatre. Featuring the Town Clock, and several buildings in the Town Center that are listed on the National Register of Historic Buildings. Located in the center of the Downtown District of Lake Wales.
"The Ridge Scenic Highway, located in Polk County, extends 38.7-miles along the Lake Wales Ridge, from its intersection with US 27 south of Frostproof to its intersection with US 17/92 in Haines City. The proposed Scenic Highway corridor travels through the historic communities of Frostproof, Hillcrest Heights, Babson Park, the Village of Highland Park, Lake Wales, Lake of the Hills, Dundee, Lake Hamilton and Haines City." Text Source: (
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Lake Wales Florida Visitor Information:
"Welcome to Lake Wales, Florida - the "Crown Jewel of the Ridge"! Voted "the friendliest small town in Florida", its unique history and architecture, diverse accommodations, environmental, cultural and recreational attractions, charming shops and restaurants, make the Lake Wales area a great place to live. The character of its residents - the true jewels in the Lake Wales crown - also encourages visitors to take time out from the ordinary, to discover a better way of life and a great place to play." Text Source: (
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