History Talks | Miami’s Boom Era Communities: Opa-locka

Known for its iconic Moorish Revival architecture, the development of Opa-locka is said to have been inspired by The Arabian Nights. Reflect upon the history of this city as you explore one of the three Greater Miami communities conceptualized by aviation pioneer Glenn Curtiss and cattleman James H. Bright.

Dr. George will be joined in conversation by community member and founder of the Opa-locka Preservation Association, Alex Van Mecl, who will discuss the work he has led in this community, including the Opa-locka Heritage Trail and the new Opa-locka History Museum.

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Journey through time during our History Talks program series! History Talks delves into the layered histories of Miami and greater South Florida. Hosted by HistoryMiami Museum’s Resident Historian, Dr. Paul S. George, and presented in conversation with a community stakeholder, this lecture series will explore the history of some of Miami’s boom era communities—Miami Shores, Coral Gables, Opa-locka, and Hialeah. More information: https://historymiami.org/learn/history-talks/

You may also like the following events from HistoryMiami Museum:

• This Wednesday, 20th August, 06:00 pm, Summer Splash: Young Professionals Meet-Up in Miami
• This Saturday, 23rd August, 02:00 pm, Fashion Sketching Workshop with Designer Liliana Montoya in Miami
• Next month, 3rd September, 01:00 pm, History Talks | Miami’s Boom Era Communities—Miami Shores in Miami

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