A pristine 180-acre coastal hammock sanctuary endures as one of South Florida's last remaining examples of a native barrier island habitat, where a mile-long freshwater lagoon mirrors the surrounding canopy of ancient oaks and towering palms. Hugh Taylor Birch's former estate, gifted to the state as a natural preserve, now offers visitors a remarkable fusion of recreational pursuits - from serene ... »
Dottie Mancini Park represents Fort Lauderdale's commitment to modern recreational spaces, featuring a state-of-the-art playground equipped with injury-preventing rubber surfaces and basketball courts that host regular community games. The park's thoughtfully designed layout includes shaded picnic areas, strategic seating arrangements, and native Florida landscaping, creating an environment where ... »
Beyond its sprawling sports facilities and professional-grade baseball diamonds, Mills Pond Park stands as Fort Lauderdale's multifaceted recreational cornerstone where early morning joggers share trails with evening anglers at the serene fishing pond. The park's carefully planned layout seamlessly integrates modern amenities - from night-lit athletic fields to safety-surfaced playgrounds - while ... »
Step into a world where military aviation history comes alive at the Naval Air Station Fort Lauderdale Museum, Broward County's sole military museum and a vital preservation of America's World War II legacy. Housing an impressive collection within an original 1942 naval building, the museum showcases everything from an authentic Link Trainer flight simulator to compelling exhibits about the myster... »
History Fort Lauderdale stands as a testament to over a century of cultural evolution, where since 1962, the institution has masterfully preserved and shared the diverse stories that have shaped this remarkable coastal city through innovative exhibits, educational programs, and careful artifact preservation. From the architectural splendor of the 1905 New River Inn - Broward County's oldest remain... »
Step through time at Florida's pioneering trading post turned Victorian masterpiece, where the Historic Stranahan House Museum chronicles Fort Lauderdale's transformation from frontier outpost to thriving metropolis. Beyond its wrap-around veranda and period furnishings, this landmark preserves the legacy of Frank and Ivy Stranahan, whose trading counter once welcomed Seminole tribes and served as... »
Step into a captivating 1920s coastal estate where art, history, and nature converge in an enchanting display of Florida's gilded age, complete with original artworks, vintage carousel animals, and playful Brazilian spider monkeys roaming the grounds. The 35-acre property showcases five distinct ecosystems alongside a stunning Caribbean-style plantation house adorned with hand-painted murals by Fr... »
Anchoring Fort Lauderdale's cultural landscape, the NSU Art Museum captivates visitors with its striking modernist architecture and an exceptional collection of over 6,000 contemporary and modern artworks spread across 25,000 square feet of exhibition space. The museum's standout Latin American art collection, combined with its innovative AutoNation Academy of Art + Design, rotating exhibitions, a... »
At Flippo's Fort Lauderdale, an expansive indoor playground transcends typical entertainment venues by featuring a towering multi-level play structure complete with winding slides, challenging climbing walls, and meticulously designed obstacle courses that captivate young adventurers. The thoughtfully segregated zones, including a dedicated toddler area and modern arcade section, ensure age-approp... »
Palm Aire Village Park stands as a South Florida recreational sanctuary, where modern amenities seamlessly integrate with native flora, featuring well-maintained basketball courts, shaded walking trails, and multiple picnic pavilions that draw both fitness enthusiasts and families throughout the day. Early birds flock to the park between 7-9 AM for peaceful morning workouts along the marked trails... »