Explore The Rich Culture Of Our Native American Ancestors Through Fort Lauderdale's "Seminole Modern: Photographs And Artifacts From Changing Florida"

“To appreciate the present, we must understand our shared past. History Fort Lauderdale is deeply grateful for the cultural contributions and support of the Seminole Tribe of Florida, and it is an honor to present this notable exhibit honoring their legacy,” said Patricia Zeiler, Executive Director of History Fort Lauderdale. “This year’s Native American Heritage Month exhibit visually illustrates how our indigenous ancestors have flourished and impacted Florida’s ecological, economic, and cultural landscape during the mid-century period.”

The free-to-view exhibit will feature black and white, color and colorized photos plus artwork and artifacts from History Fort Lauderdale’s collection spanning the 1950's – 1960's. The exhibit depicts Seminole lifestyle and industry – including both goods made for Tribe members and tourists. Also on display will be samples of traditional, vibrant patchwork fabrics and native dresses.

Committed to preserving our collective heritage, promoting historical literacy, and fostering a sense of pride and stewardship for the vibrant tapestry of our region's history, History Fort Lauderdale hosts a variety of engaging multicultural experiences, year-round. It seeks to bring awareness to the community through both traveling exhibits and multiple permanent exhibits including “Women Trailblazers: Champions of Change Broward County,” “Fort Lauderdale – the Early Years,” “Roots of Resilience: The Journey of Black Broward,” “From Dugouts to Dream Yachts: the story of boatbuilding along the New River,” “The Growth and History of the Broward County Sheriff’s Office,” “New River Archaeology,” “Viva Fort Lauderdale: Celebrating Hispanic Art & Culture,” and “Take PRIDE, a retrospective on LGBTQ life in South Florida.”

History Fort Lauderdale is open seven days a week from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. with docent guided tours, daily, at 1:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. Group walking tours are available upon special request. Admission is $15 for adults; $12 for seniors and $7 for students (through age 22 with a valid student ID). Admission is free for members, military and children ages six and under. Tickets are available online at: https://HistoryFortLauderdaleTickets.

“Seminole Modern: Photographs and Artifacts from a Changing Florida,” exhibit is sponsored by the following funds at the Community Foundation of Broward: Jan and Ed Crocker Unrestricted Fund, Leo M. and Alice J. Rutten Fund and The Frederick A. DeLuca Foundation Broward Community Fund. Additional funding is provided, in part, by Broward County Board of County Commissioners as recommended by the Broward County Cultural Council and Visit Lauderdale.

History Fort Lauderdale

Since 1962, History Fort Lauderdale has been committed to preserving our collective heritage, promoting historical literacy, and fostering a sense of pride and stewardship for the vibrant tapestry of our region's history. Through dynamic exhibitions, engaging educational programs, and meaningful community initiatives, we strive to connect individuals of all ages and backgrounds with the stories, artifacts, and experiences that shape our shared past, present, and future. Guests to Fort Lauderdale are invited to explore the city’s rich past that is housed in historic buildings on a lushly landscaped campus - the History Museum of Fort Lauderdale situated in the 1905 New River Inn, the 1907 Pioneer House Museum, the 1899 Ivy Cromartie Schoolhouse Museum and the Hoch Research Library, South Florida’s foremost history center housing print resources and newspapers from 1910 - present plus 400,000 archival photos, 2,500 maps and 5,000 architectural blueprints. History Fort Lauderdale is located at 231 Southwest Second Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33312. Museum tickets are available online at: https://HistoryFortLauderdaleTickets. History Fort Lauderdale is a NonProfit agency supported by memberships, Grants and charitable contributions.

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