History
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Black History Month explained: Its origins, celebrations and myths
Beginning Feb. 1, schools, museums and communities across the nation will mark the start of Black History Month, a celebration of Black history, culture, and education.
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Explore 10 of the oldest buildings in Florida
From the state’s largest cigar factory to a 350-year-old military fort, the oldest buildings in Florida contain multitudes of history.
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From Roberto Clemente to the Dupont Plaza’s fire: Puerto Rico’s unforgettable December tragedies
These are some of the most significant moments in the island’s history that disrupted the holiday season.
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Preserving Seminole heritage: a look into Florida’s Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum
Although many Seminoles were forcibly moved to Oklahoma, a small number remained hidden in the Everglades, earning them the distinction of being the only “unconquered” Native American tribe in the United States. Located in the heart of the Everglades on the Big Cypress Seminole Indian Reservation, the Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki museum allows visitors the opportunity to learn…
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10 of the best TV shows set in Florida
The number of TV series set in Florida is staggering, ranging from hysterical comedies to suspenseful dramas and even iconic reality programs. Here are 10 of the best.
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The fascinating stories behind 6 Florida lighthouses
From the Panhandle down to the Keys, Florida lighthouses illuminate the state with rich, centuries-old history.
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What to know about Labor Day and its history
From barbecues to getaways, many people across the US mark Labor Day by relaxing. Here’s what you need to know about Labor Day.
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The 4 most convincing UFO sightings in Florida history
Read up on four Florida UFO sightings that are so convincing it’s hard to cast any doubt.
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Coral Castle: A monument to unrequited love in the heart of South Florida
Behind an old road south of Miami is one of America’s most poignant monuments to an enduring, unrequited love. Here’s the fascinating story behind Coral Castle.
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Florida’s oldest cemeteries and the stories behind them
Florida’s oldest cemeteries in existence are associated with the Spanish colonial period.
