On display through August 29, 2010
Crime in Miami
Investigate the facts and fictions behind Miami’s unique criminal history in our upcoming exhibition, Crime in Miami. Learn about prohibition-era rumrunners and infamous gangsters such as Al Capone, unsolved murder cases of the 1950s and the drug wars of the 1980s. On display are artifacts, photographs, and documents from the musem’s collection along with material from other institutions, including the Miami-Dade County Clerks Office and the Florida Department of Corrections. Tuesday – Friday 10 am to 5 pm, Third Thursday open until 9 pm, Saturday and Sunday noon to 5 pm. HistoryMiami 101C West Flagler Street, Miami. For more information call 305-375-1492 or visit www.historymiami.org.
June 28 – August 29, 2010
Natural Disasters of the Caribbean, 1495-2010
Come learn about the images and objects relating to historic disasters in the Caribbean. On display through August 29, Natural Disasters of the Caribbean, 1495-2010 explores earthquakes, volcanic eruptions and hurricanes the people of the Caribbean have endured. This exhibition will present images and objects relating to historic disasters, beginning with the first recorded event—a ca. 1500 hurricane described by Christopher Columbus. Prints, photographs and images from HistoryMiami’s collections will illustrate various natural disasters, including the 1690 and 1907 Jamaica earthquakes; the 1902 St Vincent and 1904 Martinique volcanic eruptions; and the 1926 Bahamas and Cuba hurricanes. Open Tuesday – Friday 10 am to 5 pm, Third Thursday open until 9 pm, Saturday and Sunday noon to 5 pm. HistoryMiami 101C West Flagler Street, Miami, FL 33130. For more information call 305-375-1492 or visit www.historymiami.org.
June 10 – September 20, 2010, 9 am–5 pm
Tropical Adventures Summer Camp
School is out! Well gear up for adventure, discovery and fun at History Miami’s summer camps! Campers, ages 6 to 12, are given the opportunity to be creative, explore new worlds, and make friends. All camps include quality hands-on activities, a safe and stimulating environment and exciting regional field trips. So grab your passports at the door and reserve a spot for a thrilling journey! Free before and after care between the hours of: 8:30-9 am and 5-5:30 pm. HistoryMiami 101C West Flagler Street, Miami. Single Day Camp: Thurs., June 10 and Fri., June 11 Members $35; Non-Members $40. Weekly Camp: Members $165; Non-members $190. For more information and to register call 305-375-1625 or visit www.historymiami.org.
July 10, 2010, 12-5 PM
Family Fun Day: Hurricane Essentials
Are your two favorite words FREE and FUN? Then, join us on the second Saturday of each month for unique and enjoyable entertainment for the whole family! Spend the afternoon exploring the history and culture of our community. Prepare to become a “Hurricane Gourmet” with chefs Kathleen Duran and Bonita Whytehead. They will teach you the art of cooking when the lights go out. You will also get a side of hurricane history. FREE. HistoryMiami 101C West Flagler Street, Miami. For more information call 305-375-1492.
August 29, 2010, 2PM
Film Screening: Scene of the Crime
Join museum resident historian Dr. Paul George and Rene Ramos and Barron Sherer of the Lynn and LouisWolfson II Florida Moving Image Archives as they screen and discuss television news coverage of crime in Miami. Film clips include footage from the Archives’ local television news collections not seen for decades. Presented in conjunction with Miami Dade College’s Lynn and Louis Wolfson II Florida Moving Image Archives’ Rewind Fast Forward Film and Video Festival 2010.HistoryMiami 101C West Flagler Street, Miami. For more information call 305-375-1492.
August 14, 2010, 12-5 PM
Family Fun Day: Be Aware and Be Safe
Are your two favorite words FREE and FUN? Then, join us on the second Saturday of each month for unique and enjoyable entertainment for the whole family! Spend the afternoon exploring the history and culture of our community. HistoryMiami wants you to stay safe so join us as well as McGruff the Crime Dog for a special presentation on how to help the authorities in the prevention of crime. Help become skilled at remembering important details and aware of your surroundings. Kids will make their own police badges. FREE. HistoryMiami 101C West Flagler Street, Miami. For more information call 305-375-1492.