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“It’s not what you look at that matters, it’s what you see.” – Henry David Thoreau
What if we told you that Cities in Color was born over a mile-long text message thread? Believe it! What started as a momentary idea quickly transformed into something much, much bigger. We’re a few free-spirited artsy gals who wanted to bring the color of our city to America’s creative community. Inspired by the adult coloring movement, Jacksonville’s local art community, and the power of sharing beauty through social media like Instagram, we thought to ourselves… What if we could find a way to showcase the best of a city through the eyes of its local talent? We invite everyone, of all ages and from all places, to flex your imagination, stay curious, and experience the beauty and history of JAX. Keep Coloring!
The Cities in Color Team
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By Allyson Mecca & Dee Nuncio Illustrated by Nicole Morris Printed in the United States of America December 2016
Welcome to
JAX!
Located auspiciously at the junction of St. Johns River and the Atlantic Ocean, Jacksonville is the largest city in the United States and the most populous in Florida. Jacksonville is historically home to some of the first European settlements in America: Fort Caroline, founded in 1564, is both the first French settlement in the US and the first settlement in the Jacksonville area.
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MOSH Mural
The Museum of Science and History (MOSH, in local lingo) is Jacksonville’s most-visited museum. The museum is a fascinating microcosm of Florida’s rich natural and innovative history—plus, it’s home to the Florida-famous Tonca, an alligator snapping turtle who’s over 50 years old.
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The
Beach Life Due east of downtown you’ll find our treasured coastline: a collection of beaches, each with their own personality. Start with Jacksonville Beach, the modern metropolitan; head north for quiet and quaint Atlantic Beach; and sporty surfer Neptune Beach is nestled in between.
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NAS Jax Air Show
The military employs over 30,000 active-duty personnel and nearly 20,000 civilians in the Jacksonville area! Naval Air Station Jacksonville is one of two naval bases in Duval County, and is hailed as the birthplace of the world-famous Blue Angels.
Don’t forget
to post & tag your masterpiece! #JAXinColor
...and many more!
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This isn't your average coloring book. Welcome to the first and only community-inspired activity book that captures the artistic soul of Jacksonville, Florida. Colors bring our world to life. Add your own colors to the architecture, nature, and culture of Jacksonville with 27 original illustrations including the Jacksonville skyline, The Florida Theatre, Hanna Park, Flagler College, and many more. For the creative and curious, we've paired each picture with a fascinating local fact. Sit down, relax, and enter a world where the city is your canvas and its scenery is as beautiful as you can imagine. Join the curated adult coloring movement with Cities in Color!