Morningside Historic Homes’ 25th Anniversary Tour
Sunday, March 1, from 1:00 -4:00 p.m.
NE 57th Street at NE 6th Avenue
A tour of eight contributing homes in the Morningside Historic District. Food and drink will be available for purchase. Examples are from the 1920s and 1930s and feature homes that have not been seen before. Celebrate the Silver Anniversary of historic designation as Miami’s first Historic District. $12 in advance/$15 day of tour. www.morningsidetour.com . For more info call 305-877-1479.
Julia Tuttle, Mother of Miami: Walking and Metromover Tour
Sunday, March 1 12:00 Noon- 3:00 p.m.
Historical Museum of Southern Florida
Celebrate Women’s History Month with Dr. Paul George as you experience the story of 1890s Miami pioneer Julia Tuttle, probably the only woman to found a major American city. See the site of her homestead, and learn how she was instrumental in convincing railroad tycoon Henry Flagler to bring the railroad to Miami, spurring the city’s growth. Visit her final resting place at Miami City Cemetery. 305-375-1621 for more info. HMSF members $20, non-members $25. www.hmsf.org
A Walking Tour Celebration of Miami Modern
Architects in Bay Harbor Islands
Sunday, March 1, 10:00 a.m.
1000 Kane Concourse, Bay Harbor Islands
Kira Feldman and Hannah Imberman of Girl Scout Troup 802 have designed a self-guided walking tour of Bay Harbor Islands. The girls photographed the fanciful 1950s -1960s buildings in both the residential and commercial districts and compiled architectural facts. The result is “MiMo Mania” a 60-page booklet they published to encourage appreciation of Bay Harbor’s Miami Modern district. One FREE booklet per Bay Harbor Resident Family; $3.00 per booklet fee for non-Bay Harbor Islands residents. Call 305-785-3163 for more info.
Old Miami High Grand Opening Dedication
Tuesday, March 3, 10:30 a.m. to Noon
Southside Park, 198 SW 11th Street
(Located by Brickell Station Metrorail and Metromover Station)
Kick off Dade Heritage Days by celebrating the restoration of Old Miami High. Built in 1905 in Downtown Miami as the city’s first high school, this wood frame structure was moved south of the Miami River in 1911. It served as the first Southside Elementary School from 1911-1914, later becoming a boarding house. In 2002 Dade Heritage Trust led a campaign to save the building from demolition for a condo development, securing funds from KV Brickell Partners, Ltd., the City of Miami, The State Bureau of Historic Preservation, Miami-Dade County, the Miami High Alumni Association, The Villagers, Miss Lamar Louise Curry and other private donors. In 2003 the building was relocated three blocks away to Southside Park. Despite hurricane damage in 2005 and funding challenges, Old Miami High has now been restored as an asset to the community, with an historic classroom for tours, educational meeting space and a City Parks office. Join civic leaders for a ribbon-cutting complete with music and refreshments. FREE. RSVP Dade Heritage Trust, 305-358-9572. www.dadeheritagetrust.org
Historic Hampton House and the Historical Museum Event
Thursday, March 5, 5:00-6:30 p.m
Historical Museum of Southern Florida
101 West Flagler Street
The Historic Hampton House Community Trust, Inc. cordially invites you to attend a
seminar and reception in honor of participants of our Oral History DVD. Honorees are: Dr. Dory Lingo, Dr. Preston Marshall, Dr. Malcolm Black, Ruby Thomas, Bernadette Piinkney, Dr. Mary Hylor, Georgia Ayers, James Anders, Rev. Dr. Walter Richardson,
Albert D. Moore, Timmie Thomas, Ricky Thomas, Commissioner Audrey M. Edmonson, Gwenodolyn Welters, Elliott Flanders, Dave Nuby, Frank Pinkney, Dr. Richard Strachan, Harcourt Clark, Eugenia Thomas, Patricia Thomas, China Valles, Samuel Harrison, Dr. Anthony Dixon, and benefactor Richard Heisenbottle, AIA. View the 30-minute DVD, listen to Dr. Greg Bush, Florida Humanities Council Scholar. Enjoy vocalist Dr. Mary Hylor, who performed at the Hampton House during its “jewel” days, and munch on refreshments provided by the Historic Hampton House Community Trust.
Admission is FREE but seating is limited. RSVP to 305-638-5800.
Coral Gables Museum Architecture and Design Lecture Series
Friday, March 6, 7:00 p.m.
2901 Ponce de Leon Boulevard, Coral Gables
Building Close to Nature: The Early Architecture
of Dade County’s Park System
UM School of Architecture professor and author Rocco Ceo’s presentation covers the design and construction of Miami-Dade County’s early park architecture and how this architecture evolved in a context of forest fires, devastating hurricanes and the post-boom
period of the 1930s. Seating is limited, reservations required. Call 305-910-3886 or e-mail info@coralgablesmuseum.org FREE.
Secrets of Coconut Grove Twilight Walking Tour
Friday, March 6, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Miami City Hall
3500 Pan American Drive, Coconut Grove
Take pleasure in learning all the secrets of early Coconut Grove from the Historical Museum’s Dr. Paul George, as you amble through the shaded byways of this leafy waterfront corner of Miami. Find out who is buried at the library, how Ralph Munroe built his home with natural and very effective air conditioning, what happened in the 1980s at the infamous Mutiny and more interesting details. Bring a flashlight. 305-375-1621 for more info. HASF members $20; non-members $25. www.hmsf.org
Miami Shores Walking Tour with Seth Bramson
Friday, March 6, 11:00 a.m.
Miami Shores Baptist Church parking lot
NE 96th Street and Fourth Avenue
Join “Mr. Memorabilia,” Professor Seth Bramson, for the first of his series of Dade Heritage Days tours as he takes us on an approximately 1 ½ hour walking tour of Miami Shores, where we will see some of the beautiful 1920s boom homes built by the Shoreland Company and learn about the incredible history of “the Shores.” The tour will depart from the south side of 96th Street. Wear comfortable clothing; a hat and heavy walking shoes are strongly recommended. FREE, but reservations requested to DHT at
305-358-9572. No Smoking during the tour.
Pioneer Homestead Walk with Mexican Lunch
Saturday, March 7, 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Casita Tejas Restaurant
27 Krome Avenue, Homestead
Work up an appetite on this stroll of historic Krome Avenue in Homestead with the Historical Museum’s Dr. Paul George. Pay a visit to the Old City Hall Museum to meet Ruth Campbell of the pioneer Campbell family, and encounter an antique Homestead fire truck. Finish it all off by enjoying a delicious Mexican lunch of your choice at colorful Casita Tejas Restaurant. Advance registration suggested. Meet in front of the restaurant at 27 Krome Avenue and park free next door. Lunch is about $8. 305-375-1621 for more info. HASF members, $20; non-members $25. Prices for Tour ONLY. www.hmsf.org
Biscayne National Park’s Family Fun Fest: Legacy from the Past
Sunday, March 8, 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Biscayne National Park
9700 SW 328th Street
Celebrate Florida Archaeology Month with a look at the human history of the largest marine park in the National Park System. Three hours of fun, hands-on activities for kids-complete them all and earn a special button! Kid Friendly, Accessible. FREE .305-230-7275, www.nps.gov/bisc for more info.
African Diaspora Coach Tour
Sunday, March 8, 12:00 Noon 3:00 p.m.
Historical Museum of Southern Florida
101 West Flagler Street, Downtown Miami
Join Dr. Paul George to explore some of Miami’s unique black Caribbean neighborhoods that form a dazzling mosaic of sights, sounds and cultures. Enjoy a panoramic view of Bahamian Coconut Grove with its shotgun houses and historic Charlotte Jane Cemetery; see the Caribbean Marketplace and Notre Dame d’Haiti in Little Haiti, formerly Lemon City. Stop at People’s Bar-B-Que, where you can purchase lunch. Advance reservations and payment required. 305-375-1621 for more info. HASF members $39, non-members $44. Prices for tour ONLY. www.hmsf.org
Day Out with Thomas, Hero of the Rails, Tour
Saturday and Sunday, March 7 & 8 and March 14 & 15
Gold Coast Railroad Museum
12450 S.W. 152nd Street, Miami
Much-loved Steam Engine--Thomas the Tank--comes to the Gold Coast Railroad Museum. Join us for a ride with Thomas, family-oriented games and activities, live entertainment and more! Learn about the history of railroading in South Florida on a self-guided tour of the museum. For info call 305-253-0063. Cost is $18 per person. www.gcrm.org
Moonlight Garden Tour of Vizcaya
Wednesday, March 11, tours begin at 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
3251 South Miami Avenue
Join us for a rare opportunity to see Vizcaya’s gardens by moonlight. Enjoy live music before strolling the formal gardens and learning more about them. Wine and light refreshments available for purchase. Tickets $15; $10 forVizcaya members. 305-250-9133, www.vizcayamuseum.org
Barnacle under Moonlight
Friday, March 13, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
The Barnacle, 3485 Main Highway
Enjoy a concert on the lawn of The Barnacle Historic State Park. Bring a picnic and blanket or lawn chair and enjoy the full moonrise over Biscayne Bay as Cindy Curtis & Company take the stage at The Barnacle, built in 1891 by Commodore Ralph Munroe. No pets. No alcohol. $7 per person. www.FloridaStateParks.org/TheBarnacle for more info. 305-442-6866.
Annual Tour of Miami Beach Gardens
Saturday, March 14, 10:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m.
Miami Beach Botanical Garden
200 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach
Annual tour of six private gardens on Miami Beach. An opportunity to see private garden retreats, waterfront estates and behind the gates of unique Beach residences. Tickets are $20 in advance, $25 the day of the tour. The tour includes a reception at Miami Beach Botanical Garden. Reception will be held from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. www.mbgarden.org for tickets on line. 305-673-7256 ext. 206 for further info.
Virginia Key Beach Eco-history Walking Tour
Saturday March 14, 10:00 a.m. 12:00 Noon
Join eco-historian Frank Schena for a walking tour of this historic black beach park, created in 1945 as a public beach for the black community after protests against segregation laws. The beach park had bathhouses, a carousel and other amenities. After closing for many years, it was restored and opened to the public in 2008. Call 305-375-1621 for directions and meeting place. HMSF members $20, non-members $25.
The Villagers Annual Garden Tour
Saturday, March 14, 10:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m.
Presented by The Villagers, Inc. this lovely tour consists of amazing garden treasures
in our midst. Located partly in Coconut Grove, you will experience lush tropical beauty on this tour. $25. For more information and reservations call Shelia Revile at 305-661-2560 or log onto www.thevillagersinc.org. The Villagers cookbook “See It Like A Native” will be on sale for $22 per book. Proceeds benefit historic preservation projects and scholarships.
Family Art-Making at Vizcaya
Viz(ual) Arts: Sun Prints
Sunday, March 15, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Vizcaya
3251 South Miami Avenue, Miami
Use sunlight to make a print of your own design. Families are free to drop in at any time and to stay as long as they like. Projects are designed to be accomplished in approximately 20 minutes and are Free with paid admission. 305-250-9133, www.vizcayamuseum.org
Matheson Hammock Eco-history Walking Tour
Sunday, March 15, 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Matheson Hammock, 9610 Old Cutler Road
Walk with the Historical Museum’s eco-historian, Frank Schena, through Matheson Hammock. Hear about its distant past as an Indian hunting ground and marvel at the diversity of the flora and fauna there today. Lean how this former estate became Miami-Dade’s first County park and how the Civilian Conservation Corps designed and constructed the park. Meet at the parking lot just east of the traffic light. 305-375-1621
for more info. Members $20, non-members $25.
Women’s History Luncheon
Monday March 16, 12:00 Noon
Legion Memorial Park, 6447 N.E. 7th Avenue, Miami
The African American Committee of Dade Heritage Trust cordially invites you to attend its 11th Annual Women’s History Luncheon to benefit the historic Miami City Cemetery
Honorees this year will be Marie White, Elizabeth Woods Clark, Viola Farquharson Wiley, Ethel Hamilton Davenport, Anna Delia Byrd and Mary Moffat Miles. Come and enjoy an original skit about these women, written by Leome Culmer. Donations are $30.00 Please make checks payable to African American Committee of DHT. Call 305-638-5800 for more information.
Sunny Isles Beach Tour with Seth Bramson
Friday, March 20, 12:00 Noon
This grand tour of Sunny Isles Beach by bus leaves City Hall at 190th Street and Collins Avenue at 12:00 Noon. Park in the City Hall lot. This tour is limited to 22 people, the capacity of the bus. A marvelous look at the glorious history of the great city originally founded by Harvey Baker Graves as Sunny Isles in 1922. Tour is approximately 1 ½ hours. FREE but reservations are requested. Please call DHT at 305-358-9572. No Smoking during the tour.
Miami Springs Historical Society Bus Tour
Saturday, March 21, 10:00 a.m.
Meet at Grace Lutheran Church
254 Curtiss Parkway, Miami Springs
Enjoy a bus tour of Miami Springs’ historic homes, bridges, churches and sites built in the 1920s and 1930s and visit the Miami Springs Historical Museum. Learn about the genius of Glenn Hammond Curtiss and his colleagues who determined the destiny of Miami Springs and pioneered aviation on land and sea, changing transportation and breathing excitement into early Miami. Ride in air conditioned buses with wide-view windows. $20 per person for the tour and an additional $8 per person for a St. Patrick’s Day lunch of corned beef and cabbage at Grace Lutheran Church. This tour fills up quickly so make your reservations early. Call 305-805-3321. www.miamispringshistoricalsociety.org
Japanese in Florida Eco-Coach Tour to the
Morikami Museum and Gardens
March 21, Saturday, 9:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m.
Join eco-historian Frank Schena on a coach tour to the Morikami Museum in Delray Beach. Learn how Jo Sakai founded the Yamato Colony with Japanese pineapple farmers, and how the land for the museum was donated by George Morikami. Enjoy the museum’s exhibits and a walk around the extensive gardens with Frank. Delicious Asian treats are available for purchase at the restaurant, and wonderful surprises are in the museum gift shop. Plus $9 special group rate museum admission. Advance reservations and payment required. 305-375-1621. HMSF members $29, non-members $44. Prices do not include Museum admission.
Pinewood Cemetery Pioneer Day 2009
Saturday, March 21, 10:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. (noon)
Pinewood Cemetery on Erwin Drive just south of Sunset Drive
The City of Coral Gables and the Pinewood Cemetery Advisory Board present
Pioneer Day, a celebration of the history of early pioneer families, many buried at Pinewood Cemetery. Join us for a tour of Pinewood Cemetery, the oldest burial ground in Miami-Dade County commonly used as such since 1897. Harriet Stiger Liles, author of Pinewood Cemetery, Coral Gables, Florida, a History with Pioneer Biographies, is the featured guest speaker. The event is FREE and open to the public. Light refreshments will be served. For more info, call 305-460-5093.
Brickell Twilight Walking Tour
Friday, March 27, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Tobacco Road
626 S. Miami Avenue, Miami
Tour the city’s financial district with Dr. Paul George. See the original home of Dr. Jackson, Brickell Park and the site of the trading post where Mary and William Brickell traded with the Seminoles in the 1880s. 305-375-1621 for more info. HASF members
$20, non-members $25. www.hmsf.org
Historic Walking Tour of North Miami -Dade Parks
Saturday, March 28, 10:00 a.m. - 1: 00 p.m.
Begin at three different locations
Explore the heritage of North Miami-Dade Parks at “Enchanted Forest” Elaine Gordon Park, Arch Creek Park, and Greynolds Park. Bring the family along with a picnic lunch for a guided walking tour, 45 minutes long, or each of the sites. Bring along sturdy walking shoes, water, sunscreen and cameras. FREE. Call Eric King at 305-948-2891 or
Lola Heasley at 305-895-1119 or Christopher Hernandez at 305-945-3425 for exact locations to meet.
Secrets of Miami City Cemetery: Presentation and Walk
Saturday, March 28, 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Lean about tombstones of this historic graveyard and hear stories about the mysterious deaths of the inhabitants from the historical Museum’s Dr. Paul George, and see photos by Dr. Elliot Salloway. Afterward, take the Metromover to visit the final resting places of early settlers, Miami’s first mayor, the Burdine family and Julia Tuttle. Advance reservations suggested. 305-375-1621 for more info. HMSF members $20, non-members $25. www.hmsf.org
Commodore’s Birthday Celebration
Sunday, March 29, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
The Barnacle Historic State Park, 3485 Main Highway
Commemorate the birthday of Ralph Munroe, Coconut Grove pioneer and founder of Biscayne Bay Yacht Club. A delicious meal will be provided on the grounds of The Barnacle, Commodore Munroe’s homestead. Reservations are required. Call 305-442-6866 or visit www.FloridaStateParks.org/TheBarnacle for info. Fee Charged.
Elliott Key: Island Dreaming Boat Trip
Sunday, March 29, 1:30 p.m., 3-hour trip
Biscayne National Park, 9700 SW 328th Street
Kid Friendly, Partially Accessible. Fee/Reservations required. 205-230-1100, www.nps.gov/bisc
5th Annual Deering Seafood Festival on the Bay
Sunday, March 29, 11 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
Deering Estate at Cutler
16701 SW 72nd Avenue, Palmetto Bay
Enjoy all-day live entertainment, an outstanding array of South Florida's freshest fish and seafood, cooking demos by local celebrity chefs, art exhibits, kid-friendly fun in the Lil Shrimp Kids Zone, tours of the historic Deering Estate and more… all while relaxing on the lush lawn of South Florida’s biggest backyard on the Bay. Bring your family and friends and plan to spend the day! $15 for adults, $5 for children 4-14 years; Deering Estate Foundation members Free. For more info, 305-235-1668 x. 263, www.deeringestate.org
Stiltsville, Cape Florida Lighthouse & Key Biscayne Boat Tour
Sunday, March 29, 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Bayside Market
401 Biscayne Boulevard, Downtown Miami
Voted best tour, Miami New Times. Enjoy this beautiful boat trip with Dr. Paul George to one of Miami’s hidden gems---Stiltsville, a remnant community of seven houses perched on stilts in the middle of the turquoise waters of Biscayne Bay. See the Cape Florida Lighthouse, learn about the history of Key Biscayne and hear stories of fabulous parties and nefarious mobsters. Advance reservations and payment required. 305-355-1621 for more info. HMSF members $39, non-members $44. www.hmsf.org
