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April 2008
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Secrets of Spring Garden Walking Tour |
| Date |
Saturday, April 25 |
| Time |
9:30 am-12:30 pm
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| Location |
Historical Museum of Southern Florida |
| Address |
101 West flagler Street Downtown Miami |
| Description |
 Stroll with Dr. Paul George through the shaded streets of one of Miami’s most delightful hidden neighborhoods - Spring Garden, on the
north bank of the Miami River. See the house dubbed the Hindu Temple, and learn of its unique history in early films. Examine unforgettable examples of Miami’s early architecture. Reservations requested. Bring $3 change for Metrorail.
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| Tour Price |
HMSF Members $20 Non-Members $25 |
| RSVP |
Call Historic Tours at 305.375.1621 for information.
Visit our Historic Tours Section |
| Event |
Black History of Miami City Cemetery Tour NEW |
| Date |
Saturday, April 25 |
| Time |
2:30-5 pm
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| Location |
Historical Museum of Southern Florida |
| Address |
101 West flagler Street Downtown Miami |
| Description |
Meet at the Historical Museum and take the Metromover with Dr. Paul George to visit the final resting places of early settlers, and the
segregated black section of the cemetery. See the graves of Bernard Mackey of the Inkspots Quartet; Judge Lawson Thomas, first black judge in the South; and Richard Toomey, Miami’s first black lawyer. Hear about little known history. |
| Tour Price |
HMSF Members $20 Non-Members $25 |
| RSVP |
Call Historic Tours at 305.375.1621 for information.
Visit our Historic Tours Section |
| Event |
Stiltsville, Cape Florida Lighthouse and Key Biscayne Boat Tour |
| Date |
Sunday, April 26 |
| Time |
10 am-1 pm
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| Location |
Bayside Marketplace |
| Address |
401 Biscayne Blvd Downtown Miami |
| Description |
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. |
| Tour Price |
HMSF Members $39 Non-Members $44 |
| RSVP |
Advance reservations and payment required. Call Historic Tours at 305.375.1621 for information.
Visit our Historic Tours Section |
| Event |
There Are Five W’s in Genealogy Members Only Event |
| Date |
Sunday, April 26 |
| Time |
3 pm |
| Location |
Historical Museum of Southern Florida |
| Address |
101 West Flagler Street Downtown Miami |
| Description |
Discover the Who, What, When, Where and Why of genealogy with Patti Martin of the Genealogical Society of Greater Miami. She will guide you through the steps and resources to discover your family’s history. After understanding the five W’s, the Who will be easy. Space is limited, advanced reservations and payment required. For more information, contact Member Services at 305.375.5356.
Admission $10 |
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