Timeless Tropics: Florida's Changing Landscape

“History Fort Lauderdale is proud offer this this inspiring and artistic look at how Florida’s landscape has changed throughout the years – from seascapes to skyscrapers – to commemorate our part in America’s 250 Celebration activities,” said Patricia Zeiler, executive director of History Fort Lauderdale. “Through historic maps, photographs, and artwork, guests of all ages can discover our region’s imperial origins, gorgeous vistas and creative urban cultures; all of which have contributed to our great city’s economic prosperity.”

Visitors to History Fort Lauderdale’s “Timeless Tropics: Florida’s Changing Landscape” will experience Tim Forman’s artfully curated oil on canvas masterworks of the Florida Everglades, waterscapes, beachscapes and natural wildlife. These landscapes are complemented by David Paulo’s bold photographic narrative of buildings and neighborhoods in South Florida that are significant to culture and life of minority communities. Documented cities include Sistrunk, Lauderhill, and Dania Beach. Historical maps of Florida from pre-Revolutionary War/Spanish Florida in 1749 to British controlled Florida in 1763 to Florida as a U.S. state in 1845 and illustrative panels will context and clarity about our history.