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Welcome to History Fort Lauderdale

For more than five decades, History Fort Lauderdale has brought the stories of our diverse community to life through engaging educational experiences, innovative cultural exhibits, research and preservation of artifacts. We invite you to explore the significant and inspiring people, places and events that shaped our past and continue to influence the future of our vibrant city.

Be a part of History Fort Lauderdale.
Consider the importance of what it took to get you where you are today. That is what History Fort Lauderdale is all about. The diverse group of people, the events, the challenges and the successes. Throughout over 100 years of growth, Fort Lauderdale shines as a destination people around the world are eager to reach. Join us, become a member and be a part of History Fort Lauderdale today.

Our Vision for 2022 

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The vision of History Fort Lauderdale’s 60th anniversary year is for a new 30,000 square-foot state-of-the-art museum located in downtown Fort Lauderdale. Learn how you can be a part of the Vision.

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History Fort Lauderdale, proud steward of our community’s past by making our heritage accessible and engaging to residents and visitors, will celebrate its 60th Anniversary in the South Florida community beginning February 23. As part of its diamond anniversary year, History Fort Lauderdale will present its second visual tribute to impactful female leaders in South Florida, a PRIDE month LGBT+ exhibit, an environmental artists showcase, an Hispanic heritage celebration and a narrative showcasing the rise of craft beer and breweries in Broward County. These events will add to the nonprofit organization’s annual celebration of Black History Month, Native American History Month and its signature History Makers Fundraiser.
Visit our anniversary events page for full descriptions.

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Photo exhibition , pride month June at Galleria Fort Lauderdale. 
Opening Reception May 31 — See Details
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219 SW 2nd Ave.
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

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Docent guided tours – daily at 1, 2 & 3 pm
Walking tours – available upon special request

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