Prins Valdemar – A Miami Landmark
The Prins Valdemar was a four-masted Danish barkentine sailing ship that had an interesting journey. Built in 1892, the vessel had served many roles throughout its lifetime: a training ship…
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The Miami Welcome Arch in 1911
It has often been said that a picture is worth a thousand words. There are times when key details of a picture are missing and it generates a thousand questions….
DHT Brickell Tour South Photos
Dade Heritage Trust has begun a series of Brickell neighborhood walking tours to bring awareness to a neighborhood that has changed dramatically in the last couple of decades. The area…
Miami Beach’s First Speakeasy Raided in 1921
In February of 1921, Miami Beach was incorporated as a city for less than four years. Following the incorporation of Miami Beach as a town in March of 1915, the…
Elvis Performs at Olympia Theater in 1956
If he were still alive today, Elvis Presley would have turned 81 years of age on January 8th, 2016. While everyone is familiar with the story of Elvis’ ascent to…