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Delray Beach Pop-Up Book

A Whimsical and Colorful Description of the
History of Delray Beach

The City of Delray Beach held an unveiling party for the Delray Beach Pop-Up Book at The Old School Square on Atlantic Avenue on January 29, 2009 and I was there for the celebration!

The Cornell Museum and Old School Square on Atlantic Avenue in Delray Beach hosted the party. It was the same night as the Art and Jazz Fest on Atlantic Avenue in downtown Delray.

The Delray Beach Pop-Up Book is the World's Largest Pop-Up Book and it's written on the history of Delray Beach, Florida!

Roger Culbertson - World Record Pop-Up Book of Delray Beach

History of Florida

The creation of the book originated as a contest for all residents of The City of Delray Beach. Grand Prize went to Helena Cheslack. Her design is included in the Pop-Up Book of Delray Beach.

Delray Pop-Up Book Displayed at Old School Square

Pop up story of Delray

I was even lucky enough to meet the book designer and creator, Roger Culbertson, and he even posed with me for a photo!

Delray Beach History

The Pop-Up Story of Delray is very colorful, capturing the essence of the rich history of Delray Beach allowing the reader to discover and enjoy some of the annual celebrations of this wonderful two-time award-winning All-America City!

Book Author Roger Culbertson
Old School Square in Delray Beach

History of Delray

Delray Beach Pop-Up Book
Each Section Tells the
History of Delray Beach

Pop-Up Section 1 is devoted to downtown Delray; east of I-95. It gives you a warm welcome to The City of Delray Beach, the All-America Village by the Sea with familiar landmarks, popular venues and the entrance into downtown Delray.

Pop-Up Section 2 illustrates the rich history of The City of Delray Beach with illustrations of "then & now" pop-up pictures and a timeline from 1845 to present.

Pop-Up Section 3 shows the rich culture of arts, entertainment, museums, and cultural attractions including historic sites such as the Crest Theater, Sandoway Nature Center, Delray Playhouse, Morikami Japanese Garden and Museum, and more.

Pop-Up Section 4 delights young and old with the recreational activities of The City of Delray Beach, including a pop-up map, tennis courts and the world's biggest sand trap.

Pop-Up Section 5 celebrates the festivals, the fabulous family performances and honors the traditional diverse heritage, while highlighting the events of The City of Delray Beach like the Delray Affair, Art & Jazz on the Avenue, and the Garlic Festival.

Pop-Up Section 6 illustrates the diversity, the legacy and the uniqueness of a community that treasures its city and its citizens.

Delray Beach Chamber of Commerce
Education Foundation Receives Proceeds

The Pop-Up Story of Delray Beach proceeds are expected to generate approximately $300,000.00 and will benefit the Greater Delray Beach Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation.

On January 11, 2009 the Delray Beach Public Library held its prestigious 10th Annual Author's Showcase and Roger Culbertson was selected for The Pop-Up Story of Delray Beach.

This isn't the first worlds largest pop-up book for Roger Culbertson. It's his second! His first one was Aestop's Fables, which was 1200 times larger than a normal book. As you might guess, this book was in the Guinness Book of World Records too.

In February 2007, Roger Culbertson donated Aestop's Fables as an auction item with proceeds benefiting the Greater Delray Beach Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation.

The Delray Beach Marriott and N. Reagan Spa hosted the event. Bidding began at $10,000.00. How nice is this!!

What a generous man Roger Culbertson is! He was quoted as stating "I have always admired the community spirit in Delray Beach. I honestly believe that no other city has the level of commitment of its citizens to make their community a better place."