September 10 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Journey through time during our History Talks program series! History Talks delves into the layered histories of Miami and greater South Florida. Hosted by HistoryMiami Museum’s Resident Historian, Dr. Paul S. George, and presented in conversation with a community stakeholder, this lecture series will explore the history of some of Miami’s boom era communities—Miami Shores, Coral Gables, Opa-locka, and Hialeah.
A History of Coral Gables with Dr. George in Conversation with Dorothy M. Wallace
Celebrate Coral Gables’ centennial anniversary as you reflect upon the history of The City Beautiful. Learn about the community that George Merrick designed and the legacy of the early Black laborers who built it. View archival images of some of Coral Gables’ most notable landmarks, including the Venetian Pool, Biltmore Hotel, and DeSoto Fountain.
Dr. George will be joined in conversation by community member Dorothy Martin Wallace. Mrs. Wallace will share stories of her life living in the McFarlane Homestead Subdivision in the 1950s and as one of the first African American women to integrate the graduate school at the University of Miami.
Capacity is limited. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Members: $20, Non-Members: $30
Register Register for Full SeriesFeatured Speakers:
Dorothy M. Wallace
Dorothy M. Wallace was born in Morocco, Missouri and later moved to Miami with her family in 1951. She holds a Batchelor’s Degree from Lincoln University and attended University of Miami’s School of Education, becoming one of the first two African Americans to receive a Master’s Degree in 1963 from the university. With a distinguished career in Miami-Dade County Public Schools, she has served as a teacher, chairperson, assistant principal, and in 1969, integrated the staff of Northeast Area District Office, Miami-Dade County Public Schools as the Assistant Coordinator of Student Services. Dorothy is, perhaps, however, best known for her pioneering work with teen parents. In 1972, she was selected to lead Continuing Opportunities for Purposeful Education (COPE) Center South, an alternative educational program. As a reflection of her leadership, COPE Center South was renamed Dorothy M. Wallace COPE Center South in 1997. Being one of the “first” in many areas, Mrs. Wallace has a legacy in integrating many clubs, organizations, and professional associations, thus paving the way for other women and minorities. She attributes her parents’ work ethics, values, and entrepreneurial spirit as the guideposts of her life.
Paul S. George, Ph.D.
Resident Historian
For over three decades, HistoryMiami Museum’s Resident Historian Dr. Paul S. George has toured his way to local, national, and international acclaim with his continuing series of historic tours. Through walking, coach, and boat tour experiences, Dr. George has welcomed tour participants on a memorable journey of South Florida through its historic neighborhoods, landmarks, and sites. As a Miami native, author, and former college professor, Dr. George has gained fame for his uncanny ability to recall the most impressive details about the people and places that make South Florida so unique.
Additional Information
Please see below for additional information regarding the program. For further assistance, please contact Visitor Services at (305) 375-1492 or email programs@historymiami.org.
Photo Credit: Venetian Pool, c. 1920s. William A. Fishbaugh, photographer. HistoryMiami Museum, Fishbaugh M3354A.
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By entering the premises, you consent to interview(s), photography, audio recording, video recording and its/their release, publication, exhibition, or reproduction to be used for news, web casts, promotional purposes, telecasts, advertising, inclusion on web sites, or any other purpose by HistoryMiami Museum (HMM) and its affiliates and representatives. You release HistoryMiami Museum (HMM) its officers and employees, and each and all persons involved from any liability connected with the taking, recording, digitizing, or publication of interviews, photographs, computer images, video and/or or sound recordings. By entering the premises, you waive all rights you may have to any claims for payment or royalties in connection with any exhibition, streaming, webcasting, televising, or other publication of these materials, regardless of the purpose or sponsoring of such exhibiting, broadcasting, webcasting, or other publication irrespective of whether a fee for admission or sponsorship is charged. You also waive any right to inspect or approve any photo, video, or audio recording taken by HistoryMiami Museum (HMM) or the person or entity designated to do so by HistoryMiami Museum (HMM) You have been fully informed of your consent, waiver of liability, and release before entering the premise.