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Commemorates the 75th anniversary of the historic “wade-in” protest that led to the establishment of Virginia Key Beach Park in 1945. A group of African American citizens bravely defied segregation laws to demand a public beach for the Colored population. The protest was successful, and Virginia Key Beach became a popular destination for the Black community.
This blog post reflects on the challenges and changes brought by the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly on Mother’s Day and other religious celebrations. The author expresses gratitude for family and friends who have supported them during this time. The post also commemorates the 75th anniversary of the historic “wade-in” that led to the opening of Virginia Key Beach.
Damian Marley released a new song, “Life Is a Circle,” to celebrate Earth Day. The accompanying music video tells the story of Virginia Key Beach Park, Miami’s first black-only beach. The video highlights the beach’s history of segregation, closure, and subsequent restoration efforts by local activists.
Legacy Miami Magazine is a business/news publication serving Miami-Dade County’s Black community. Published as an insert in the Miami Herald, the magazine features articles on business, careers, politics, education, and culture.
The Black History Month Heritage & Neighborhood Tour Group visited Historic Virginia Key Beach Park in 2017. The event was a success with over 50 participants who enjoyed learning about the park’s history and enjoying a BBQ picnic lunch. Many participants shared childhood memories of the park.
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Earth Day was founded in 1970 by Gaylord Nelson and Pete McCloskey as a response to environmental concerns. The movement quickly gained momentum and led to significant environmental legislation in the United States. Earth Day has since become a global event, with millions of people participating in activities to protect the planet.
The Virginia Key Beach Park Trust has expressed gratitude to Miami Country Day School and Cushman Day School for their significant contributions to the park’s beautification. Both schools participated in environmental cleanup activities, including planting native trees, removing invasive species, and picking up debris from the beach. These efforts not only helped to improve the park’s ecosystem but also provided students with opportunities to learn about Miami’s black history.
The organization distributed nearly 300 backpacks to children in need in Miami over the past two years, thanks to generous donors and volunteers. Inspired by this success, VKBPT plans to expand its efforts and reach more children.
Historic Virginia Key Beach Park has a rich history dating back to the 1920s. It was once a haven for African Americans during segregation but was closed in the 1980s. Thanks to the efforts of the Virginia Key Beach Park Civil Rights Task Force, the park reopened in 2008 and is now both an environmental preserve and a cultural event space.
Guy Forchion, Executive Director of Historic Virginia Key Beach Trust, discussed the history of Virginia Key Beach at a symposium at Florida International University. The event was hosted by Virginia Key Beach Park and FIU history.
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