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November 2023
Sold Out – Cemetery Series: Pinewood Cemetery Walking Tour
Explore the history of Pinewood Cemetery, the oldest cemetery south of the Miami River, with HistoryMiami Museum’s Coordinator of Education Programs and Community Engagement, Ingrid E. Argueta, and its Resident Historian, Dr. Paul S. George. Located in the City of Coral Gables, this rural graveyard dates back to the late 1800s and is the final resting place of more than 200 settlers. Learn how local residents are working to restore this once forgotten cemetery. Ticket includes complimentary pass to HistoryMiami…
Find out more »HM Member Book Club
HistoryMiami Museum members are invited to join us on Saturday, November 18 at 11am for a discussion on this season's book selection. Light snacks and coffee will be provided. Share your thoughts and ideas about the book and subject with other members. Can't make it in person? A virtual option will also be provided, so you can join us from home. Not a member? JOIN TODAY! Have a question? Send us an email at membership@historymiami.org. Book selection: The Swamp: The…
Find out more »December 2023
Workshop: Self-Defense Taekwondo
Using the foundation of Taekwondo techniques, Master Sangwon Jeong will teach basic self-defense skills during this family-friendly workshop. The first hour of the class (2:30 – 3:30) will be for children ages 7+, and adults will participate in the last hour of the workshop (3:30 – 4:30). Adults $25, Children $15 Members receive a $5 discount Click to RSVP In partnership with the Miami-Dade County Asian-American Advisory Board. Supported by the National Endowment for the Arts. AccessibilityTo request materials in…
Find out more »Free Family Fun Day: Season Greetings!
Join us on the second Saturday of each month from 10am to 5pm, with activities from 11am to 4pm, for free things to do, learn, and experience with the whole family! Spend the afternoon exploring the history and culture of our vibrant city. Ring in the joy of the season! Join our story time corner and learn about different holiday traditions. Create your own greeting cards to share with families and friends. Experience a day of cheer as various traditions…
Find out more »Sensory Day
Sensory Days are designed for families of children, teenagers, and young adults who are neurodiverse, on the autism spectrum, have sensory processing disorders, or cognitive disabilities. We provide inclusive experiences for the whole family! Explore a touch tour of our permanent exhibition Tropical Dreams: A People’s History of South Florida or enjoy the galleries at your own pace. Play in our sensory-inclusive room and at our interactive building blocks area. Admission to Sensory Day is FREE with required Registration. Capacity…
Find out more »January 2024
Sold Out: South Beach History & Art Deco Walking Tour
Take a walk through one of Miami Beach’s most exciting and attractive neighborhoods, South Beach’s Art Deco District. You will hear the stories of how this area, once strictly farmland, was transformed by the land boom of the 1920’s and again by the hurricane of 1926. Learn how the architectural revolution of the 1930’s defined this neighborhood as a lively vacation destination, only to be turned in to a retirement community in the 1950’s and 60’s, and back into the…
Find out more »Free Family Fun Day: Mythical Creatures, All About Dragons!
Join us on the second Saturday of each month from 10am to 5pm, with activities from 11am to 4pm, for free things to do, learn, and experience with the whole family! Spend the afternoon exploring the history and culture of our vibrant city. Experience a day with the most magnificent monsters and legendary beasts to walk the Earth! Join us for a day of adventure as you encounter a 17-foot-long dragon and a kraken with tentacles reaching as high as…
Find out more »Demonstration: Panamanian Devils
Devils or “Diablos” are among the most iconic features of Panamanian religious celebrations and are portrayed by dancers wearing vibrant outfits with intricate masks and headpieces. Join artist-in-residence Ballet Folklórico Aires Panameños for this interactive demonstration on the history of these fascinating characters in Panamanian folklore and experience these incredible traditions and dances for yourself! Supported by the National Endowment for the Arts. AccessibilityTo request materials in accessible format, sign language interpreters, and/or any disability accommodation, please contact Hana Squires,…
Find out more »February 2024
Sold Out – History in the Grove: Charles Avenue Walking Tour
Discover the fascinating history of one of Miami’s original settlements, Cocoanut Grove, as you stroll down its tree-lined streets. Learn how Bahamian settlers influenced the development of the Grove with their knowledge of tropical plants and native building materials. Reflect upon the legacy of the neighborhood’s early residents, including E. W. F. Stirrup and Mariah Brown. Hear from community stakeholder J.S. Rashid, President & CEO of SECTOR Public Private Partners, Inc., who will share his personal story in calling Coconut…
Find out more »Free Family Fun Day: Rhythms of Panama
Join us on the second Saturday of each month from 10am to 5pm, with activities from 11am to 4pm, for free things to do, learn, and experience with the whole family! Spend the afternoon exploring the history and culture of our vibrant city. Celebrate Panama’s rich and unique culture with Ballet Folklórico Aires Panameños! Move to Panamanian rhythms during a dance workshop and enjoy a live fashion show of folk costumes and traditional clothing from across the country. Don’t miss this…
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