“Roots of Resilience: The Journey of Black Broward” Exhibit Grand Opening at History Fort Lauderdale

2025wed19feb11:00 amwed4:00 pm“Roots of Resilience: The Journey of Black Broward” Exhibit Grand Opening at History Fort Lauderdale11:00 am - 4:00 pm(GMT+00:00) Event TypeExhibitsEvent CityFort Lauderdale

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In honor of Black History Month, History Fort Lauderdale proudly announces the grand opening of “Roots of Resilience: The Journey of Black Broward,” a new permanent exhibition, on February 19. This significant exhibit, developed in collaboration with esteemed local organizations including the African American Research Library and Cultural Center, Broward Main Library Historic Archives, American Legion Post 220, Northwest Federated Woman’s Club, Links Inc., Broward County’s Black fraternities and sororities and Jaxson’s Ice Cream Parlor & Restaurant, explores the rich history and enduring impact of Fort Lauderdale and Broward County’s Black community from 1793 to the present day. A ribbon cutting is set for 11 a.m. with representatives from collaborating organizations and city and county officials in attendance.

The exhibition features a collection of artifacts, historic photographs, and oral histories from African American residents and ancestors highlighting challenges, triumphs, and heroes. From slavery through Jim Crow laws, desegregation, and the civil rights era through the present day, visitors will learn about Black residents’ unique stories of oppression to freedom and how their invaluable contributions shaped our region’s cultural, social and political fabric.

 

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February 19, 2025 11:00 am - 4:00 pm(GMT+00:00)

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9544634431

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info@flhc.org