Weeki Wachee, one of Florida’s oldest amusement parks, carries with it the echoes of a bygone era. Though its days of grandeur have faded, visitors still gather for the mermaid shows—a charming relic of a simpler time. The magic lingers, even as the park itself wears the weight of years.
Amidst the quiet decay, a vintage mermaid statue stands frozen in time. Her expression, once vibrant, now bears the layers of countless seasons—paint peeling, then repainted, only to peel again. She is a silent witness to the park’s past splendor, a symbol of nostalgia and resilience even as she presides over the renovations. Though weathered, she remains, much like Weeki Wachee itself—fading, yet never forgotten.
- Sherry Ross
- Danger Mermaid
- Photography
Weeki Wachee, one of Florida’s oldest amusement parks, carries with it the echoes of a bygone era. Though its days of grandeur have faded, visitors still gather for the mermaid shows—a charming relic of a simpler time. The magic lingers, even as the park itself wears the weight of years.
Amidst the quiet decay, a vintage mermaid statue stands frozen in time. Her expression, once vibrant, now bears the layers of countless seasons—paint peeling, then repainted, only to peel again. She is a silent witness to the park’s past splendor, a symbol of nostalgia and resilience even as she presides over the renovations. Though weathered, she remains, much like Weeki Wachee itself—fading, yet never forgotten.
- Subject Matter: Mermaid
