City Tour--History in the Grove Walking Tour: The Barnacle to El Jardin

Explore the history of Coconut Grove, the land across from the light, with HistoryMiami Museum's Resident Historian, Dr. Paul George. Visit The Barnacle, Commodore Ralph Munroe's home built during the Era of the Bay, and learn about the Coconut Grove Playhouse, a former movie palace turned live theater venue. View architectural delights, including El Jardin and Plymouth Congregational Church. Ticket includes complimentary pass to Museum of Miami. Members: $25, Non-Members: $35, Children 14 & Under: $15 Register Featured Speakers & Sites: Paul S. George, Ph.D.Resident Historian For over three decades, Museum of Miami's Resident Historian Dr. Paul S. George has toured his way to local, national, and international acclaim with his continuing series of historic tours. Through walking, coach, and boat tour experiences, Dr. George has welcomed tour participants on a memorable journey of South Florida through its historic neighborhoods, landmarks, and sites. As a Miami native, author, and former college professor, Dr. George has gained fame for his uncanny ability to recall the most impressive details about the people and places that make South Florida so unique. The Barnacle Historic State Park Built in 1891, The Barnacle offers a glimpse of frontier life during the Era of the Bay, when all travel to and from Miami was by sea. Situated on the shore of Biscayne Bay, this was the home of Ralph Middleton Munroe, one of Coconut Grove's most charming and influential pioneers. Munroe preserved the forest on his land, cutting out only a winding buggy trail through the hammock -- barely wide enough for one vehicle. As a result, the property contains many large, old trees. Left in its natural state, The Barnacle Historic State Park appears much as it did in Munroe's day. Additional Information Please see below for additional information regarding the tour. For further assistance, please contact Visitor Services at (305) 375-1492 or email [email protected]. Helpful Tips We recommend bringing a water bottle, wearing light clothing, and comfortable shoes for walking. An umbrella is also recommended along with sun protection. Wayfinding Please meet Museum staff for check-in between 9:30 am - 9:55 am. They will be waiting for you on the sidewalk in front of the entrance to The Barnacle. Parking There are several parking options available in Coconut Grove. Cocount Grove Parking Map Accessibility The tour will take place on paved sidewalks and streets along with grassy and uneven terrain. To request materials in accessible format, sign language interpreters, and/or any disability accommodation, please call 305-375-1601 or email [email protected] at least two weeks in advance of your visit to initiate your request. TTY users may also call 711 (Florida Relay Service). AccessibilityTo request materials in accessible format, sign language interpreters, and/or any disability accommodation, please call 305-375-1601 or email [email protected] at least two weeks in advance of your visit to initiate your request. TTY users may also call 711 (Florida Relay Service). Release​By entering the premises, you consent to interview(s), photography, audio recording, video recording and its/their release, publication, exhibition, or reproduction to be used for news, web casts, promotional purposes, telecasts, advertising, inclusion on web sites, or any other purpose by Museum of Miami (MM) and its affiliates and representatives. You release Museum of Miami (MM) its officers and employees, and each and all persons involved from any liability connected with the taking, recording, digitizing, or publication of interviews, photographs, computer images, video and/or or sound recordings. By entering the premises, you waive all rights you may have to any claims for payment or royalties in connection with any exhibition, streaming, webcasting, televising, or other publication of these materials, regardless of the purpose or sponsoring of such exhibiting, broadcasting, webcasting, or other publication irrespective of whether a fee for admission or sponsorship is charged. You also waive any right to inspect or approve any photo, video, or audio recording taken by Museum of Miami (MM) or the person or entity designated to do so by Museum of Miami (MM) You have been fully informed of your consent, waiver of liability, and release before entering the premise. Photo Credit: Photos courtesy of the GMCVB - http://MiamiandMiamiBeach.com