Black History in Florida

Black History is all around us, and February is the perfect month to honor and learn more about it! You can start right in our sunny state of Florida. Florida’s heritage has been majorly impacted by African Americans for centuries. Their cultural impact began with the unfortunate era of plantations, and is still impactful today because of their positive contributions to business, education, government, and more.

Below is a list of notable sites and museums throughout the state where you can keep learning about Florida’s cultural heritage. If you’re in any of these areas, consider visiting one of these sites with family or friends for a history-filled day!

In Central Florida:

Jackie Robinson Ballpark (Daytona Beach)

Mary McLeod Bethune House (Daytona Beach)

Parramore District (Orlando)

 

In South Florida:

Bahama Village (Key West)

Old Dillard Museum (Fort Lauderdale)

African- American Research Library and Cultural Center (Fort Lauderdale)

 

In North Florida:

Julee Cottage Museum (Pensacola)

John G. Riley Center/Museum for African American History & Culture (Tallahassee)

Lincolnville (St. Augustine)

Fort Mose Historic State Park

American Beach (Amelia Island)

 

 

 

To learn more about Black History in Florida, visit http://www.floridablackhistory.com/

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