Archive - Miami History

February 2025

Winston Churchill Honored by UM in 1946

On February 26, 1946, Winston Churchill received an honorary juris doctorate from the University of Miami in Roddy Burdine Stadium.

Feb 26 •

Week in History: February 22 - 28

Events that occurred during the week of February 22nd through the 28th in South Florida's history.

Feb 25 •

Miami Telephone Service in 1899

The first telephone service in the City of Miami became available on February 24, 1899.

Feb 24 •

Week in History: February 15 - 21

Events that occurred during the week of February 15th through the 21st in South Florida's history.

Feb 21 •

Remembering Miami Pioneer Kathryn Highleyman

Wife to Miami pioneer developer and councilman, Locke T. Highleyman, Kathryne became an active member of Miami's art and culture community. She passed…

Feb 20 •

Miami Beach Mayor on Cover of Time in 1940

Miami Beach pioneer, John Levi, who was mayor of the city at the time, appeared on the cover of Time Magazine on February 19, 1940.

Feb 19 •

Biscayne Bay Yacht Club in 1910

The story of the second location of the Biscayne Bay Yacht Club along the bank of Biscayne Bay in downtown Miami. It opened on February 15, 1910.

Feb 15 •

Week in History: February 08 - 14

Events that occurred during the week of February 8th through the 14th in South Florida's history.

Feb 11 •

Miami Aviation Pioneer Eddie Rickenbacker

The story of the great aviator Eddie Rickenbacker who served as the President & CEO of Eastern Airlines when it was the most profitable airline by the…

Feb 10 •

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Miami Pioneer Merchant Arrives in 1896

On February 6, 1896, pioneer merchant Isidor Cohen arrived to the future City of Miami. Cohen opened the first store on Brickell Point, which he later…

Feb 7 •

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