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Wolfsonian-FIU Lecture: Aviation in Miami

Sunday, January 11th @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Aviation In Miami

Aviation in Miami:
HistoryMiami Resident Historian, Dr. Paul S. George

Date: Sunday, January 11, 2026
Time: 12pm–1pm
Location: The Wolfsonian–FIU @ 1001 Washington Avenue

Explore the history of aviation in Miami. Learn about some of aviation’s iconic figures from Amelia Earhart to Bessie Coleman and Glenn Curtiss. Reflect upon the site of the former Pan American Seaplane Terminal – today’s Miami City Hall – and hear stories of naval aviation and flying boats in Dinner Key.

$10–$15 | Tickets available soon

(limited space available)


Organized by Wolfsonian-FIU with Miami Design Preservation League and presented as part of Art Deco Weekend.

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