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February 2018
Hands-On-History: The Infinite Contributions of Katherine Johnson
Join a Museum Educator every Saturday for story time followed by a related art activity. Free for participating children and caregivers. Learn about the amazing young girl who loved to count, NASA’s research mathematician Katherine Johnson and create a geometric artwork using a compass. *** Weekend programming is not available on second Saturdays due to Free Family Fun Days, and it is subject to change without notice. Image via eskipaper.com
Find out more »SOLD-OUT A People’s History of South Florida Program Series sponsored by the Marcia J. Kanner Memorial Fund
This program series looks at Miami’s history, from early settlers to its current evolution into a global city. Discussion points will include immigration, civil rights, gentrification, and other topics that help tell the story of the Magic City. Music and The Civil Rights Movement Join us for a conversation about the role of spirituals, gospel, and R&B evolving to Soul music played during the Civil Rights era in Miami. Hear personal accounts from Dr. Marvin Dunn and Sam Moore “The…
Find out more »SOLD-OUT Cooking with Liliane: Haitian Favorites
Learn from master cook, Liliane Louis! Help her prepare some of Haiti’s most beloved dishes while listening to stories about the significance of specific ingredients and dishes to Haitian culture and history. Make griot (fried pork shoulder), fried plantains, pikliz (Haitian-style coleslaw), and akra (fried malanga fritters). Taste your creations, and leave with recipes to make these dishes at home! Beginners welcome. Recommended for ages 15+. Space is limited and advanced reservations and payment are required. Members $10; Non-Members $20…
Find out more »March 2018
Hands-On-History: Looking Through Fossils
Join a Museum Educator every Saturday for story time followed by a related art activity. Free for participating children. Free for participating children and caregivers. Did you know that Archaeology is the study of human history and prehistory through the excavation of sites and the study of artifacts? Hear about archaeology as we read Fossils Tell of Long Ago and make a fossil imprint. *** Weekend programming is not available on second Saturdays due to Free Family Fun Days, and…
Find out more »Flamingo Ball 2018
HistoryMiami Museum will transform Hialeah Park into a tropical oasis, with its second annual Flamingo Ball on Saturday, March 3 , 2018. The theme for this year’s gala is ‘Tropical Nights.' The Flamingo Ball, named after the beautiful birds that inhabit Hialeah Park’s infield lake, was first held in 1965 on the eve of the Flamingo Stakes horse race at the racetrack. The lavish pink social confection returned last year to a sold out crowd of the city’s most philanthropic…
Find out more »Happy Hour with Dr. Paul George
The Betsy, South Beach Members Only Event Museum Members: $10 Your favorite historian is back on glamorous South Beach for a Members-Only happy hour that spotlights one of the Beach's historic hotels, The Betsy. Enjoy a complimentary drink as Dr. George shares the story of this iconic hotel and neighborhood. The Betsy will provide a special dinner menu if you wish to stay. Space is limited to 75 members. This event will sell out quickly so register today. No tickets will…
Find out more »Free Family Fun Day: Architectural Wonders
Learn about South Florida’s architecture with a special tour of our permanent exhibition Tropical Dreams A People’s History of South Florida. Take part in our building blocks station and discover some of Miami’s unique architectural designs while creating your own house using a variety of materials. Family Fun Days are from 10am to 5pm with activities from 12pm to 4pm. Family Fun Days are possible with the support of the Miami Dade County Department of Cultural affairs, the Cultural…
Find out more »Opening Party of Avenues of Expression: Street Traditions in Miami
Join us for the opening party of our newest exhibition Avenues of Expression: Street Traditions in Miami. In partnership with the New Tropic, our party will feature music by DJ Le Spam, drinks by Titos Vodka, and some of your favorite street traditions. Join us for this party on plaza and get a first look at our exciting new exhibit and discover the creative street traditions that make Miami, Miami! Click here to register here! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8dOgnZFsmzc https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rrxzEgEWDAA …
Find out more »Gallery Tour with Dr. Paul George
Enjoy a guided tour of our exhibition South Beach, 1974-1990: Photographs of a Jewish Community by our Resident Historian, Dr. Paul George. Learn about this iconic City of Miami Beach neighborhood. Space is limited. Advanced RSVP and payment is required. Members: Free Non-Members: $10 Register here.
Find out more »April 2018
CANCELED In Class with Dr. George
HistoryMiami Museum, 101 West Flagler Street, Miami, Florida 33130 Museum Members: $200, Non-Members: $225 Join HistoryMiami Museum’s Resident Historian, Dr. Paul George, for a series of Thursday classes that will cover a variety of topics about Miami and South Florida and will include: lectures, discussion, visits to HistoryMiami Museum’s archives and exhibitions, as well as visits to historic sites in Downtown Miami. 5 weeks, 2 hour thematic sessions Thursdays from 1-3PM Defining Moments in South Florida History | Spring Class…
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