Did you know? The tradition of Easter Eggs

The tradition of eating Easter eggs comes from Lent and pre-Christian celebrations. The egg symbolized spring and resurrection. Rabbits, associated with spring and fertility, became the Easter Bunny. Chocolate Easter eggs originated in the 19th century. Enjoy Easter at Historic Virginia Key Beach Park!

A CALL TO PEACE AND ACTION

The Virginia Key Beach Park Trust Board of Trustees has joined the MLK50 initiative to promote peace, unity, and community dialogue in South Florida. The Trust’s commitment aligns with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s principles of justice, peace, and action. The excerpt calls for a just peace that addresses issues like poverty, racism, and conflict. It emphasizes the need for understanding, reconciliation, and community-building.

Trust hosts Community Museum Visioning Workshop

Virginia Key Beach Park Trust held a community workshop on the Civil Rights Museum plans, with attendees sharing ideas and memories. Design firm LORD Cultural Resources was present to hear stakeholder input. More workshops are coming soon.

Palomino Ranch Begins Horse Tours

Palomino Ranch offers horseback riding tours along the beach, perfect for exploring Virginia Key Beach Park’s history. Suitable for all levels.

Celebrating Historic Virginia Key Beach Park Day

Historic Virginia Key Beach Park celebrated its 78th anniversary on August 1st with a community event featuring cake, ice cream, games, and a celebration of the park’s historical, cultural, and environmental significance.

Sunset Salute Charles Ogletree

Charles Ogletree, a renowned legal scholar and civil rights advocate, is honored by the Virginia Key Beach Park Trust for his contributions to justice and equality.

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