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January 2021

Family Program: West African Songs and Stories

01/09/2021 @ 11:00 am - 11:30 am
A dancer from the Delou Africa ensemble leads a workshop with a group of children who are dancing along

Enjoy a live virtual presentation of West African culture with artist-in-residence, Delou Africa Dance Ensemble. This interactive experience for the entire family incorporates rhythm, movement, and stories to explore the cultural expressions of the African continent.  Program is recommended for all ages and is FREE with registration. Registration includes a family activity packet to complete the experience. The packet will be emailed to all participants prior to the program. Capacity is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.   Register here to receive Zoom log-in information    Live captioning is available for this program with support from the…

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Sip of History: Stories and Spirits 

01/14/2021 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Museum Members: $5, Non-Members: $10 Register here to receive Zoom log-in information. Sip of History delves into South Florida’s past and present through moderated conversation with artists, activists, and community stakeholders from a variety of disciplines. Hosted by a HistoryMiami staff, each conversation will explore a different topic centered on the diverse stories of our local communities. Each conversation will be paired with a Miami inspired cocktail for participants to try at home. Join Gabriel Urrutia, author and mixologist, in…

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Via Zoom! Biscayne Boulevard Virtual Tour with Dr. George

01/29/2021 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Aerial image of Downtown Miami. Skyscrapers, streets, and Biscayne Bay are in view. Photo courtesy of the GMCVB – http://MiamiandBeaches.com

Museum Members: $5, Non-Members: $15 Register for Zoom instructions Reflect upon the rise of Biscayne Boulevard on a virtual tour with HistoryMiami Museum’s Resident Historian, Dr. Paul George. View some of the early buildings that made up Miami’s developing skyline, including the Miami News Tower and nearby hotels such as the Alcazar and Everglades Hotel. Explore the history of Bayfront Park, which by the 1930s was thought of as Miami’s “front porch,” and of the floating aquarium that was once…

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Via Zoom! Museum Story Time

01/30/2021 @ 10:00 am - 10:30 am

FREE with registration. Register here to receive the Zoom login information. Celebrate the joy of reading and be whisked away on a literary adventure. Hear the tale of Astro Girl by Ken Wilson-Max.  Astrid has loved the stars and space for as long as she can remember. She wants to be an astronaut! Channeling a sense of childlike delight, Ken Wilson-Max brings space travel up close for young readers and with an inspiring ending. Astro Girl by Ken Wilson-Max published…

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February 2021

2021 Virtual Miami International Map Fair

02/10/2021 @ 12:00 pm - 02/14/2021 @ 11:59 am

The Miami International Map Fair is back, and we are going virtual. Now in our 27th year, 30 dealers from across the globe are joining our map fair virtually. The Miami Map Fair will showcase the extraordinary and unique maps, atlases, and globes that you have come to expect from our annual fair. Over a 5-day period you will be able to drop into the fair any time of day or night to browse material from your favorite dealers. The…

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Via Zoom! South Dade Communities: Homestead & Redland Virtual Tour with Dr. George

02/21/2021 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
View looking south on Krome Avenue. Krome Avenue is featured in the middle of the photograph with a view of cars parked on either side of the street. The Seminole Theatre sign can be seen atop a building in the background.

Museum Members: $5, Non-Members: $15 Register for Zoom instructions Delve into the history of Homestead and Redland on a virtual tour with HistoryMiami Museum’s Resident Historian, Dr. Paul George. Hear stories of Homestead’s “First Citizen” William J. Krome and of the mysteries surrounding the famed Coral Castle. View the historic district of Downtown Homestead, including the Historic Town Hall Museum and Seminole Theatre. Explore the area’s agricultural roots and the thriving farming community still present today. Zoom presentation will feature…

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Performance: A Night with Delou Africa Dance Ensemble

02/25/2021 @ 7:00 pm - 7:45 pm
The dancers of Delou Africa Dance Ensemble pose with shekere instruments and dance props

Join artist-in-residence Delou Africa Dance Ensemble for a lively presentation of music and dance traditions! This collective of seasoned artists will perform West African dance and drum techniques, as well as Caribbean music styles of the African Diaspora. Prepare to be captivated by the ensemble’s vibrant costumes and energetic rhythms during this exciting performance.    Register here to join us on Zoom Click here to join us on Facebook Live     Supported by          To request materials in accessible format, sign language interpreters, and/or any disability accommodation, please contact Hana Squires, Accessibility Coordinator, at accessibility@historymiami.org or call (305) 375-1621 at least…

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Public Art in Downtown Miami Walking Tour with T. Wheeler Castillo

02/27/2021 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am
View of Isamu Noguchi's Slide Mantra, a sculpture made of white Carrara Marble located in Bayfront Park.Photo courtesy of the GMCVB – http://MiamiandBeaches.com

Museum Members: $10, Non-Members: $20 Meet in front of HistoryMiami Museum, 101 West Flagler Street, Miami, Florida 33130 Join HistoryMiami Museum tour guide T. Wheeler Castillo on a fascinating tour of Downtown Miami's public art scene. Explore how public art initiatives have transformed Miami's urban landscape, while bringing the history and culture of the area to life. Tour includes visit to Miami-Dade Public Library – Main Library and ride on Metromover. Tour Capacity: 10 Participants Please note there are no…

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March 2021

Virtual Panel Discussion – Ali in Miami: Training for the “Fight of the Century”

03/08/2021 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Muhammed Ali getting his hands wrapped

TO REGISTER CLICK HERE In honor of the 50th anniversary of the “Fight of the Century,” HistoryMiami Museum is proud to display The ALI/MIA portfolio, a one-of-a-kind set of handmade photographs of Muhammad Ali training for this historic bout with Joe Frazier. On the anniversary of the fight, we invite you to join a dynamic panel discussion that will discuss these images, offer a deep look into the racial equity struggles Ali faced while training for this fight, and explore why…

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SOLD OUT Via Zoom! In Class with Dr. George: Themes in South Florida History

03/09/2021 @ 2:00 pm - 04/13/2021 @ 3:30 pm
Dr. George sitting in front of a laptop computer in the Museum's Archives and Research Center. Book stacks are visible in the back right of the image.

Tuesdays starting at 2:00 PM Eastern Time Museum Members: $100, Non-Members: $125 Register for Zoom instructions   Class Schedule Tuesday, March 9, 2021 | Meet & Greet with Dr. George (optional) Tuesday, March 16, 2021 | Class #1 with guest speaker Rachel Silverstein, Miami Waterkeeper Tuesday, March 23, 2021 | Class #2 Tuesday, March 30, 20201 | Class #3 with guest speaker Kevin Wynn, Lynn and Louis Wolfson II Florida Moving Image Archives Tuesday, April 6, 2021 | Class #4…

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