DEER ING E S TATE
Students explored the history
of the Calusa Indians, early
settlers, and Charles Deering's
contributions to Miami's
development, gaining insights
through guided tours of
historical structures, artifacts,
and the estate's natural beauty.
L IT TL E H AVA N A
Students explored the
rich cultural and historical
significance of Little Havana,
learning about the Cuban
immigration experience, the
impact of the Cuban Revolution
of 1959, and how Cuban-
Americans shaped the area's
identity through landmarks
like Calle Ocho, murals, and
local businesses.
GOL D C OA S T MU SEUM
Students explored historic
trains and artifacts to learn
how railroads shaped Florida's
development, connecting
cities, boosting commerce,
and supporting tourism along
the east coast.
C OR A L GA BL E S A ND
THE UNI V ERSIT Y
OF MI A MI
Students explored the historical
development of these iconic
locations, learning about Coral
Gables' Mediterranean Revival
architecture and planned
community design by George
Merrick, and the university's
impact on South Florida's
educational, cultural, and
economic growth.
The City of Coral Gables
and the University of
Miami celebrate their
100
th
anniversary this year.
Florida has more
golf courses than any
other state in the U.S.
Florida is the only
continental state
with a coral reef.
Florida is the birthplace
of Southern Rock, with
bands like Lynyrd Skynyrd
and The Allman Brothers.
Benjamin Green invented
the first suntan lotion in
Miami Beach in 1944.
Gatorade was named
after the University of
Florida Gators, where it
was first developed.
DID
YOU
KNOW
?
OUT AND ABOUT
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