(Richmond Inn from the water, ca.1900, Credit: HistoryMiami)
The Deering family were famous industrialists in the early twentieth century, owning International Harvester. James Deering was best known here in Miami for his elaborate home, Vizcaya. His brother also built a home here in South Florida. Charles Deering built a home in Cutler which held a gallery of Spanish paintings and a collection of rare books.
A. The Deering Estate
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(__________ Swimming, ca. 1890, Credit: HistoryMiami)
South Florida is known for its unique wildlife. One reason for this is our Subtropical climate.
A. The Manatee
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(_________ Bridge, ca. 1916, credit: HistoryMiami)
In 1911 Miami Beach was starting to be developed. One piece of infrastructure which helped to grow the city by connecting the beach to The City of Miami was a bridge.
A. John S Collins
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(Greetings from Palm Beach Florida, ca 1942, Credit: HistoryMiami)
President Obama’s family has gone on several vacations while he has been president. He has vacationed in Hawaii and Martha’s Vineyard. Previous presidents have also gone on vacations around the nation, including Palm Beach.
A. John F Kennedy
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