John Bowman Oral History

Winter Park History Museum's "A Stroll Down Park Avenue" · Sep 22, 2026 · 1h 5m · transcript

This interview with John Bowman focuses on his life in Winter Park after moving there in 1958, including his work as an auto mechanic, his military service, and his experiences raising a family in the community. He reflects on how Winter Park changed over the decades, discussing local businesses, transportation, housing growth, neighborhood development, and the influence of Rollins College on the city. Throughout the conversation, he emphasizes Winter Park’s small-town character, tree-lined streets, and sense of community while expressing concern about rising property values and the loss of…