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Welcome to Sparrow's Beach, where Mary "Florence" Carr Sparrow (1890-1989) was a trailblazer and a woman of determination during segregation. This was not just a beach but a tribute to resilience and celebration.
Step into a world of history, legacy, and joy, where memories were made. Florence created a space where African Americans could revel in life's simple pleasures.
From the vibrant stories of legendary Black performers on the Chitlin' Circuit to the new establishment of Elktonia-Carr's Beach Park, which was established without the Carr Family's knowledge of this new venture.
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Sparrow's Beach was a private beach which was a place where African-Americans could go and relax and not worry about the hard times they had during segregation. It was truly "A Day of Fun for Everyone" like the postcard shows happiness and tranquility.