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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.
Trinidadian artist Johanne Rahaman’s BlackFlorida project documents the often-overlooked Black communities of Florida. Through photography, audio recordings, and video, Rahaman captures the essence of these places and their people. Her work aims to challenge the stereotypical image of Florida and showcase the vibrant Black culture that has always been a part of the state’s history.
Moonlight is a critically acclaimed film that explores the life of a young black man growing up in Liberty City. The film’s focus on self-understanding and positive change sets it apart from other depictions of social misery in film. The film’s cinematography and score contribute to its powerful storytelling, and the performances of the actors are exceptional.
ArtSea was a successful event that brought children from all over South Florida to Historic Virginia Key Beach Park. Participants created unique art projects focusing on ocean conservation and enjoyed various environmental learning experiences, including visual arts, dance, marine science activities, music, yoga, fitness activities, and beachside obstacle courses.
One Night in Miami is a fictional film set on the night of Muhammad Ali’s historic fight against Sonny Liston in 1964. The film depicts a gathering of Ali, Jim Brown, Sam Cooke, and Malcolm X, exploring their thoughts and experiences during this pivotal moment in history.
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