A 16th century map of Cuba and Hispaniola will be one of the star attractions at the 18th annual Miami International Map Fair at HistoryMiami next weekend.A 16th century map of Cuba and Hispaniola will be one of the star attractions. By Rodolfo Roman Special to The Miami Herald Eighteen years ago, map collector Joseph…
Bal Harbour is hoping for some historical help. In an effort to make historic preservation decisions, the village is seeking input from the public about local homes as part of a grant-funded study of historic structures. The Historic Structure Survey will evaluate homes more than 50 years old to document significant design, architecture and historic…
Broward and Dade county high school marching bands will compete on the field in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Rodolfo Roman The sounds of trumpets, drums and clarinets will fill the air of West Miami-Dade. In honor of the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday, marching bands will dance and play various instruments on the…
Coral Gables Palm Beach resident Frannie Sheridan tells a tale of secrecy of being born a Catholic, but with a Jewish background. By Rodolfo Roman Special to The Miami Herald Frannie Sheridan was born into a family with a secret. After being victims of violence, her parents didn’t disclose their Jewish heritage to their family…
Chocolate lovers will get a bite of their favorite treat at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden. BY RODOLFO ROMAN Special to The Miami Herald With Valentine’s Day around the corner, couples can get a head start by satisfying their sweet tooth with the latest in chocolate. The fifth annual International Chocolate Festival will run Friday through…