Many of the events and themes that appeared on a large scale throughout the United States in the years leading up to the Civil War were also evident in Florida during its time as a US Territory, from 1821 to 1845. Told through the use of historic maps, this presentation showcases how Florida was home …

Though not always in the history books, the women who helped build, form, shape, and develop the state have inspired hope and possibility. This presentation highlights stories of strong, courageous women like Julia Tuttle, known as the Mother of Miami, or Mary McLeod Bethune, daughter of enslaved parents who went on to become an advisor …

Frank Lloyd Wright is considered by many to be America's greatest architect. Although most of his buildings were constructed in the American Midwest, many Floridians are surprised to learn of his vast work and influence on the state, boasting the Prairies-style buildings east of Illinois. This entertaining program gives the audience an in-depth understanding of …

Imago por las Artes is presenting the fourth edition of ENTRELIBROS, South Florida's only free Spanish-language children's book festival, at the Coral Gables Museum from October 14-18, 2026. Children, families, educators, and book lovers are invited to explore "Stories of the City," a theme that examines how children's literature shapes our understanding of place, community, …

Join distinguished archaeologist and historian Judith A. Bense for an engaging talk about her book Early Spanish Florida: Unearthing the History of America’s Oldest Colony. Told through the perspectives of the Spanish, Indigenous, and African communities whose interactions reshaped the region, the book highlights the complex cultural exchanges that defined early Florida. With maps, artifact photographs, …