No matter how long you’ve lived in Miami, chances are your knowledge of the city’s history is less thorough than your knowledge of the city’s parking garages and happy-hour spots. But because February is Black History Month, now is the time to expand your understanding of the cultural diversity that has made Miami what it is today. Hop on a Big Bus for a cruise through the Magic City’s African-American landmarks on the Black History Month Heritage Tour. Under the guidance of Timothy A. Barber, history professor and executive director of the Black Archives, you’ll visit historic spots, from Lemon City to Overtown to Coconut Grove, and learn much more about neighborhoods you probably haven’t explored. Plus, pop into the Purvis Youngexhibition at the historic Lyric Theater and see expressionist works from a man who helped Miami make its name as a world-class art city.
