Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale proves that we can all have fun in the Florida sun. Its America’s yachting capital and hub of ultra-diverse Broward County. Resort, convention and family hotels frame the magnificent beachfront. The charming riverwalk signals entry to Downtown that is both relaxing and pedestrian-friendly. Further inland, this sunny city features a re-emerging black heritage district, along with restaurants and robust venues that are perfect for family reunions, golf and and tennis. The collage of attractions make this sunny city a captivating destination.
History
Seminole Indians inhabited the area for thousands of years. They proudly defended their land against the Spaniards prior to 1821 and against Americans for two more wars. By 1838 … More
Cultural Sites
Admit it. You don’t think of black cultural sites when visiting the “Sunny City.” Nor have most people heard about Spady Cultural Heritage Museum. After looking at this page, your mind is certain to change … More
Women Of Color Empowerment Conference
The annual Women Of Color Empowerment Conference is an ecosystem more than an event. Network with influential sisters in the fields of law, medicine, media, high tech, commerce, industry social work, psychology and more … More
Black Tennis Celebration & More Special Events
Greater Fort Lauderdale has a major development underway of national importance to African-American families and sports travel. Come take a peek … More
Heritage Sites
Sistrunk Boulevard is the heart of Fort Lauderdale, but its not alone. In Hollywood, Florida there was a historic black community that got along fairly well for decades … More
Beaches
Fort Lauderdale Beach and Hollywood Beach are the headliners, but Colored Beach used to be the joint in South Florida … More
Restaurants
Greater Fort Lauderdale is a strong outpost for Soul Food, Barbecue and Jamaican cuisine. Betty’s, Jerk Machine, Jt’s Bar-B-Que and Spoons Grill lead the way with … More
General Attractions
In this sub-tropical wonder, one finds a downtown Riverwalk filled with gondolas and water taxis, upscale shops and restaurants along Las Olas Boulevard, Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino … More
Shops and Spa
South Florida tips the scales with a respectable quantity of bookstores, boutiques and galleries. Consider these shops and spas … More
Family Attractions
For its size, Greater Fort Lauderdale has a fair share of family attractions, including Museum of Discovery and Science, Miramar Regional Park, Butterfly World and … More
The Arts
The Arts are anchored by Museum of Art Fort Lauderdale, Broward Center for the Performing Arts, Hard Rock Live concert venue, Miramar Cultural Center complimented by ample … More
