Tours
Who were Collins & Flagler anyway? A Brief Guide to Miami Street Names
Walking & Art Gallery Tours
Collins Avenue: John Collins was a farmer and land developer who built the first wooden bridge from Miami to Miami Beach in 1913.
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Art Deco District Walking Tours
Daily, 10:30am; additional tour Thursdays, 6:30pm. This 90-minute tour provides an introduction to the Art Deco, Mediterranean Revival and Miami Modern (“MiMo”) building styles found within the Miami Beach Architectural Historic District. Tours depart from the Art Deco Welcome Center, 1001 Ocean Dr., Miami Beach, 305-672-2014. Map I-13. www.mdpl.org
Flagler Street: Henry Flager’s East Coast Railway made Miami possible. Before 1896, there was no easy way to move goods and people in and out of Miami. The railroad arrived in April of 1896, and Miami was incorporated in May. Flagler is known as the “Father of Miami” and his name graces many places in South Florida. Biscayne Blvd.: Named for Biscayne Bay.
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Brickell Avenue: William and Mary Brickell owned a trading post on the south side of the Miami River in the late-1800s. Everything south of the river was called Brickell for many years.
Coconut Grove Gallery Walk
First Saturday of the month, 7pm-10pm. Coconut Grove is Miami’s original arts district! Visit several renowned art galleries and check out exhibitions by local, professional and emerging artists! Hors d’oeuvres, drinks, live music and performances at some galleries. Map K-8. Info at 305-461-5506. www.coconutgrove.com
Julia Tuttle Causeway: Many consider Julia Tuttle to be the “Mother of Miami.” It was she who persuaded – badgered, some say – Henry Flagler to expand his rail line 65 miles south from Palm Beach to Miami.
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Wynwood Art Walk
Second Saturday of the month, 7pm-11pm. Tour galleries in the Wynwood Arts District, a trendy, artistic neighborhood, home to more than 70 art spaces and galleries. The main area of the Art Walk is between NE 20 Street and NE 36 Street, and from NW 2 Avenue to NE 2 Avenue. Parking is best before 7pm, as lots and metered street parking fill up quickly. Map H-10. www.wynwoodartwalk.com
Rickenbacker Causeway: Named after WW1 ace pilot Eddie Rickenbacker. He later became the president of Eastern Air Lines, which was based in Miami. Killian Drive: Named for pioneer Dan Killian, who had a country store south of what is now Coral Gables, and was responsible for the first schools, streetlights and churches in this area. Don Shula Expressway: Don Shula is the coach of the Miami Dolphins to many; no matter who else has held the job since his retirement in 1997. Shula holds the coaching record for most wins in the NFL (347), and coached the 1972 Miami Dolphins, the only team in NFL history to play a perfect 16-0 season and win the Super Bowl.
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Ives Dairy Road & Milam Dairy Road: At one time, these actually went to – you guessed it – dairy farms! Now, Ives Dairy Road leads out to Sun Life Stadium, where the Miami Dolphins play. Milam Dairy Road goes to the city of Miami Lakes. The Milam family name still graces their chain of local upscale grocery stores, Milam’s.
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Lincoln Road Art Walk
First Saturday of the month, 7pm-10pm. View works by local artists at ArtCenter South Florida Studios on famous Lincoln Road. See photography, painting, video and mixed media works. At 924 Lincoln Rd., Miami Beach, 305-674-8278. Map I-13. www.artcentersf.org
coral Gables Gallery night
First Friday of the month, 6pm-10pm. Enjoy outstanding exhibitions at local galleries, with refreshments at some galleries. Complimentary trolley service available to and from many of the galleries. Begin at ArtSpace/Virginia Miller Galleries, 169 Madeira Ave., Coral Gables, 305-444-4493. Map J-7. www.coralgables.com 40