Historical Museum of Southern Florida

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  • Address
    101 W Flagler St, Downtown
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    305 375 1492
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Lonely Planet review

It takes a special kind of history to create the idiosyncratic character of a place like South Florida, and it takes a special kind of museum to capture that narrative. This place, located in the Miami-Dade Cultural Center, does just that, weaving together the stories of the region's successive waves of population, from Native Americans to Nicaraguans. It's particularly interesting for kids.

The next door Miami-Dade Public Library is a lovely escape from Downtown's bustle. And if you've got the time, book a tour with Dr Paul George, Florida native, author and eccentric history buff, for a historical peek under the ultramodern skin of this city. See Al Capone's house, cruise the rum runner routes or go back further to Tequesta times; call 305-375-1621 or email historictours@hmsf.org for more info.