Welcome
to the Historic preservation Association
of Coral Gables.
The Historic Preservation Association of Coral Gables is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded in 1991. The mission of the organization is to support an environment in which its members and all community citizens can understand, appreciate, exchange information and live with Coral Gables history. The Association promotes the understanding of the importance of historic resources and their preservation.
Announcing
A “Sunday in September” was a day to remember as art played host to historic preservation group
Guests sipped champagne and nibbled on assorted gourmet delicacies all while experiencing the vast art collection lovingly acquired by the hosts.
Read More...Ceremony honoring Coral Gables founder was long overdue but it had perfect timing
The date and ceremony marked three important milestones: the creation of “Founder’s Day” in Merrick’s honor; the establishment of the University of Miami by Merrick; and the commemoration of the 135th anniversary of Merrick’s birth.
Read More...The “Gables Arcadians” return home!
Most of the White Way streetlights that made up the eight mile illumination corridor were in the “Arcadian” style.
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Is this property in jeopardy of demolition?Mansion on the Bluff
Located on the corner of SW 17 Avenue and South Bayshore Drive, this iconic house is well known to many residents for different reasons. Built in 1915, the partial coral rock 2 story, 4,500 sq ft house, has 4 bedrooms, 4 baths, a library and sits on a scalene triangle shaped lot of approx. 24,000 sq ft. It is a grand house. Some regard it as notorious after its then-owner was murdered in his master bedroom in 1986. A waiver notification letter has been sent by the City of Miami Zoning Office stating the present owner is “requesting partial demolition of existing structures”. The Coconut Grove Village Council has requested additional information as to the areas of the proposed demolition and asked if these changes would be visible from the street. My goal is to share with you the City’s response. It’s a beautiful historic property and we hope it stays with us. 🦚🌴
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"This is an absolute horror.”
A Grand Miami Beach Hotel, and Its History, Might Be Torn Down
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The Deauville Beach Resort played host to The Beatles, Frank Sinatra and John F. Kennedy. But it has been deemed unsafe after years of neglect.