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Things to do in Fort Lauderdale

• Stranahan House
  The historical home of Frank Stranahan in Fort Lauderdale, Florida takes you back to a time when the Seminole Indians made friends.  This young man came from Ohio to settle in the town that has grown into Fort Lauderdale.  Frank met, wooed and married the town's only school teacher, Ivy Cromartie and this home is the loving result of that union.  The house has been a trading post, then town hall, post office, bank and finally rejuvenated to it former glory as a museum.  It sits on the banks of the New River in downtown Lauderdale and is considered one of the homes that is associated with the beginning of this marvelous city.  Frank started a ferry business across the river where the newly made road went from Lantana to North Miami.  It was a trading post for the young man where settlers and Seminoles could trade; then it became the local post office, town hall and community center as Frank progressed into the town's first postmaster, a banker and businessman.  When Frank married Ivy, another of the town's first pioneers, they moved into the building and made the upstairs their home.  In 1906, it was their private home and was until Ivy passed away in 1971.  Sometime during the great depression, Frank lost hope and committed suicide, and Ivy started leasing the downstairs for various businesses.  It was leased as a restaurant and Ivy lived upstairs until she died.  It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1973 and the restaurant closed 6 years later.  In 1981, the house was rejuvenated to its present state, and Stranahan House Inc was created to manage it and preserve its wonderful history.  It was constructed of Dade County pine and is a great example of the vernacular architecture that was prevalent during those years in Florida.  It has been renovated to the 1913-1915 era, when the house had electricity, indoor plumbing and running water.  The stairways were built and still stand, with bay windows looking out onto the riverfront and the porches wide enough for easy rocking and watching the traffic on the river. 
   

• Everglades Holiday Park
  One of the most exciting ways to see the Everglades is to travel by airboat, skimming across the grasses of the wetlands, the wind blowing in your face and the hot sun shining brightly from the marvelous blue skies.  With the holiday park ride, you can spend extra time at their campground or rent a boat yourselves to enjoy the glades more slowly; watching for those elusive alligators and viewing a plethora of wild birds.  At Holiday Park, the boats are covered in the front with mesh so that you won't get a sunburn or too much rain coming in.  Thrill as these airboats glide across miles of grass faster than you thought possible, crisscrossing a never ending natural habitats that will stay with you for the rest of your life.  Home to so many beautiful and exotic birds, this wonderland is fantastic and will have you looking every which way to see great sights.  These knowledgeable guides will explain the history of the glades and the ongoing process to clean them up, as well as any awesome sightings of gators or wild birds.  You will have the chance to fish for some of the strange fishes that inhabit the glades.  With water lilies growing all over, the spectacular sights keep you alive with excitement and expectation.  See trees full of vultures waiting for food, long legged storks and herons, short billed birds of many colors.
   

• Hugh Taylor Birch State Park
  This state park in the middle of the city is a great respite from the busy city that surrounds it.  You will see a great many animals and birds including; squirrels, march rabbits, gopher tortoise, butterflies, opossums, ducks, eastern indigo snakes, wading birds with various lengths of legs and hawks.  Sometimes, you will see an osprey or eagle soaring in the blue skies above, as well as various breeds of vultures cruising for some tasty tidbit floating in the intercoastal waterway or laying beside the road.  You can time to canoe, kayak, swim, fish, bike, hike or jog, as well as rent one of those new Segways and have a wonderful jaunt through the city or just sit a while at one of the many waterside bars and restaurants that line the intercoastal waterway with a plethora of boats passing by; cigar boats, sailboats, dinghies, rowboats, motorboats, jetskis, they all share the intercoastal and the fantastic sights that you will positively love.  The park has a camp called Live Oak, which will give your children a great education in the environment or classes that will instill a love for the natural elements that live around us and help us enjoy this beautiful country.  The Terramar Visitor Center showcases the many natural and cultural history that thrives here in Lauderdale and will help you enjoy it all that much more.  With numerous picnic areas, pavilions, nature trails, rental places and food stands, you will find your time running out before you even notice it. 

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• Museum of Art Fort Lauderdale
  The museum opened in 1958, called the Fort Lauderdale Art Center, and the building was a 75,000 square foot modernist structure designed by Edward Larrabee Barnes; with the current building built in 1986, and a wing added in 2001 of 10,000 square feet.  The main hall is 21,000 feet with a sculpture terrace on the second floor adding another 2800 square feet.  This museum features 20th century works of art compared to the museums in Miami or Palm Beach.  With a wonderful collection of Pablo Picasso's ceramics, the 6200 piece exhibit contains quite a bit of Cuban art with over a 125 different artists contributing and the biggest exhibit of North Europe's CoBrA avant-garde movement in the nation.  The majority of the collection are related to the cultures of the Caribbean and south Florida.  It is also connected to the Nova Southeastern University.  The expansion of the wing in 2001, brought the marvelous works of realist William Glackens, covering over 2000 square feet and home to 500 pieces of his fantastic work.  It contains the biggest collection of Glackens in the world and has both his first painting; Philadelphia Landscape of 1893, and his last; White Rose and Other Flowers from 1937.  One of the most exciting collections to ever visit this prestigious museum was the traveling relics of Pharaoh Tutankhamun, only one of four allowed to do so; and the first time the collection had been here in over a quarter of a century.  Almost a million people bought tickets to view this collection and the rest of the beautiful works on exhibition at the Fort Lauderdale Museum of Art.
   

•  Fort Lauderdale History Center
  People seem to have been in the Fort Lauderdale area for almost 5000 years, with the Glades culture and the Tequesta thriving along the New River, and the great amount of natural resources that are found here.  During the mid 1700s, the aborigines had vacated the area, as white settlers began emigrating here from the cold winters of the north and the land saturated areas of the Midwest.  The Seminoles arrived during the next century and more white planters with surviving the hardships along the river.  The city was named for the fort that was constructed during the second Seminole war on the banks of the river.  Major William Lauderdale brought a troop of Tennessee volunteers to the southern coast of Florida in 1838 in hopes of destroying the Seminole agriculture and capturing the warriors that eluded him so well in the swamps.  Three forts were built, all named after the major, first at the fork of the New River, next at Tarpon Bend and the last and biggest at the beach, where the Bahia Mar sits today.  After the war was over, the area was still a wild land because it was difficult to get any kind of transportation into the area.  But in 1892, the Dade County leaders contracted a rock road to be constructed between Lantana and Lemon City or North Miami as it is called now.  A camp and ferry was built for the crossing of New River, and Frank Stranahan, from Ohio, came and took over the business and began a trading post.  In 1895, it was a landmark for those traveling the road and the southern parts of Florida.  The next year brought the Florida Coast Railroad to Lauderdale and the area began to grow as people from all over the country came.  Because of the many waterways that flow through the city, it has become known as the Venice of America.  In the census of 2007, it was discovered that about a third of the people living in the area were crackers, more than a third were from other parts of the nation and almost a third from other countries.

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Local Restaurants in Fort Lauderdale

Canyon Southwest Cafe With the splendor of the southwest tastes, the Canyon creates new and exciting dishes of the special southwestern cuisine that is favored in the south; with a dash of Asia, Central and South America added for another unique culinary menu using the spices of those countries with red chilies, chipotle, cilantro, jalapeno, mango, lemongrass, ginger, wasabi and basil to enhance the exotic flavors of seafood and wild game.  With romantic lighting, intermixes of music rotating in the background, your dining evening will be one of the most memorable in a long time.  With signature margaritas, like the famous prickly pear, you will definitely come back.  Some of the delectable menu items include;  Hawaiian snapper ceviche with key lime, chipotle, Bermuda onion, sweet corn, cilantro and crispy yucca chips; Indonesian spiced bison medallions with scotch bonnet blueberry crema, anejo tequila toasted corn salsa; wasabi ginger marinated beef with soda noodles, carrots, scallions, cilantro, crispy wontons and a fermented brown rice vinegar soy dressing; grilled jumbo sea scallops with hornitos, sweet plantain hash and smoked chili honey glaze; tequila and jalapeno smoked salmon tostada with goat cheese, capers, grilled scallions, pepper confetti and scotch bonnet tartar sauce.  The list continues with blue corn fried oysters with toasted sweet corn, mixed organic greens, cascabel chili vinaigrette and cilantro cream; Maine lobster and avocado salad with warm applewood smoked bacon and cilantro chive vinaigrette, red onion and crispy white sweet potato; comal grilled black Florida grouper with roasted cippolini, Swiss chard potato mash and chipotle cherry tomato chutney; filet mignon with poblano pesto goat cheese, zinfandel natural sauce and cilantro micro chive potato mash.  The menu is quite extensive, original and mouth watering tempting.  A few of the magnificent desserts deserve mentioning; the roasted pecan pie, chocolate bread pudding and the vanilla bean cheesecake.  Stop by and indulge your palate with incredible delicacies at one of the best in the state or east coast.   Blue Moon Fish Company Sitting by the dock of the intercoastal waterway, this magnificent eating establishment is well known for its fresh seafood, delivered by boat, right to the kitchen door; while diners sit at water side tables enjoying the fantastic boats that pass by going or coming, but all showing their best side on the intercoastal.  Just to be sitting there, relaxing in the warm Florida sun, cold beer or margarita in hand, beautiful people on the water, on the dock, sitting at the tables around you, will give you a special sense of well being that will only grow exponentially as your food arrives in subtle ways, with a quick wafting aroma floating up to your nose; while you are mesmerized by the incredible sights and sounds that invade your mind, eyes, ears, nose and other senses you didn' t know you had.  This is the best dining spot on the entire coast of Florida, with perhaps the best food on the east coast.  Enjoy, let the day roll along with the warm gentle breezes and the sweet perfumes of the air intermingling with the robust aromas of the meals arriving.  Here are a few delightful ideas for a delicious meal;  the raw bar includes; oysters, clams, shrimp, sushi and sashimi and tuna poki.  Starters include; New Orleans Firecracker Oysters with apple vinaigrette and Cajun remoulade; crock roasted Prince Edward Island mussels, pancetta, rosemary, white wine, lemon and garlic; grilled diver sea scallops and roasted sweet plantains with chipotle-tomatillo ratatouille and cilantro olive oil; grilled portobello and goat cheese strudel with caramelized onions, green apple and peppered raspberry syrup.  Salads include; hydroponic bibb lettuce and candied walnuts with hearts of palm, pan-fried pancetta and gorgonzola cheese; woodcharred portobello mushroom, grilled vegetables, housemade mozzarella and beefsteak tomatoes with reduced balsamic vinegar glaze and virgin olive oil; or mesclun mixed greens and white balsamic vinaigrette with kalamata olive bruschetta.  Specialties include; peppercorn crusted big eye tuna with sticky rice, sautéed baby bok choy and dijon soy-wasabi glaze; Japanese herb crusted swordfish steak with peppered arugula and mango-curry wasabi; lump crab and corn roasted grouper with asparagus risotto and red wine butter; sautéed yellowtail snapper and goat cheese mashed potatoes, asparagus, artichoke hearts and kalamata olive salad and finally, although not for the menu items, herb crusted New Zealand rack of lamb with soft polenta, grilled vegetables and port wine demi.

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• Jungle Queen Riverboat
  A legend on the New River scene is the Jungle Queen Riverboat that has been traveling these waters for over 65 years now and bringing some of the best bbq and shrimp dinners to all you care to eat guests floating along the lazy river.  They have a variety show that will help you through the dull moments if they are any; plus the atmosphere is wild, crazy and free.  Streaming along the river, you will view the millionaire's waterfront homes, downtown Lauderdale, a touch of the glades and the JQ's own Indian village.  The captain will  inform you of all that passes by, as well as provide some backdrop as to what is happening where and when.  This is a must for the Fort Lauderdale visitor, as you will not get a chance to view these sights on a riverboat unless you try this one.  Set up for optimum viewing, guests will all see the marvelous sights on the river and on its banks.  The tropical sights and sounds will thrill you and the all you care to eat meal will carry you through the night's adventures. 
   

• Fort Lauderdale Antique Car Museum
  Arthur Stone started this museum to save the history , progress, development and finally the demise of the Packard automobile from the early  1900 to the 1940s.  This wonderful car was on the road in this country for a few short decades, but loved by many and now 22 models sit in the museum giving visitors a chance to view them in all their splendor and chrome.  There are other memorabilia, including a gallery devoted to President Franklin D. Roosevelt.  The museum is a replica of a Packard showroom during the 1920s and the autos are all in great working condition.  Some roadsters have compartments for the golf clubs, a doctor's coupe with a place for his bag and a 1929 645 dual cowl phaeton that self lubricates it chassis as it rides down the road.  This 18,000 square foot building is home to thousands of relics, with old dashboard clocks that require hand winding, rare carbs, side lamps, hood ornaments, gear shift knobs and more.  The Packard was considered the Rolls-Royce of American made cars, with superb craftsmanship when American pride swelled the hearts of the American auto workers and it is a time and place that must be remembered, especially in light of the car companies of today.  Some of the vintage autos are; 1909 Packard Model 18 speedster, 1915 Packard Model E 2 1/2 ton truck, 1922 Packard Model 1-16 sport phaeton, 1920 Packard Model 3-35 Limousine (body by Holbrook), 1916 Packard Model 1-35 twin-six town car limo, 1918 Packard Broughm, and many, many more.

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• Tropical Sailing
  For a fun filled day adventure, try snorkeling around shipwrecks, or just cruising around the islands or beaches.  They have champagne cruises, catamaran tours, lunch on the island, free sailing lessons, cheeseburger in paradise bbq, hobie cat rentals and much much more.  You can fish, swim, snorkel, sail, or stop by a gorgeous beach.  The spirit of Lauderdale will take you wherever you want to go and bring you back home with adventures and stories for a lifetime.  Some of the great features of this sailboat are that it is a custom built 50 foot catamaran, large sundeck, room for 49 passengers, two big restrooms, stairway to the ocean, a service bar and a great sounding stereo system.  They offer a full moon cruise, sunset champagne cruise, singles mixers night, wedding or renewals, wine tasting cruise, star gazing cruise and school field trips.

• A Admirals Cruise Line
  Another fantastic way to enjoy the ocean and all that lives below is to take a cruise on a glass bottom yacht, complete with air-conditioning and comfortable seats.  This ship is U.S. Coast Guard approved and you will be thrilled with the amazing sights that can be seen through the glass.  See living coral reefs, sea fans swaying in the current and schools of fish swimming by as if they didn't have a care in the world.  Your guide will give you a narrative of the Florida coast, and tell you who owns which of the majestic waterfront homes that you will pass by.  Enjoy fine dining or a buffet, have a wedding or corporate meeting and then head up on deck to get some great Florida sun.  Cruise at night and see the stars like you never have.  Enjoy wonderful cuisine while sailing in a beautiful yacht and imagine what it would be like to live on this baby all the time.  Some of the entrees offered for your culinary pleasure are; hand carved prime rib, blackened chicken, filet mignon stuffed with crabmeat; baked swordfish, baked salmon or pasta primavera with crawfish and Andouille sausage.  The buffet is sensational with prime rib, catch of the day ( salmon, swordfish, snapper or dolphin), vegetables freshly prepped, double baked potato and Caesar salad.

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• Pocock Fine Arts & Antiques
  For almost 3 decades, the gallery has been a part of the fashionable Las Olas Blvd and is today known as a prominent dealer in the arts and antiquities venue.  Stuart has museum quality paintings by listed and nominated artists of the 20th century and earlier era pieces.  He showcases a grand collection of antiques dating to before the mid 19th century, with exquisite silver, Sheffield plates, porcelain and decorative relics.  Set in a gallery resembling the early period homes, the displays are represented in true salon settings with Pocock's own masterful tastes.  Started by his mother Pauline, many years ago, it was through her interests in the world of art and antiquities that lured Stuart and his brother Andrew into the exciting and beautiful world of art, whether old or new, eclectic, modern, surreal or otherwise, their knowledge grew, as did their clientele.  Using exemplorary talents acquired from his wonderful mother and the regard for the antiques arena, this studio is a marvelous place to start, complete, or just to invest in great oils, antiques or collectibles.  Stop by just to view the spectacular pieces that occupy this regal showroom and spend the day journeying into another realm.

• Bonnet House Museum and Gardens
  In 1895, Hugh Birch bought the Bonnet House site , where many people had visited over the thousands of years.  He gave the house to his daughter and new husband artist Frederic Clay Bartlett in 1919 and they began building the house in 1920; anxious for a winter retreat from the Chicago area that was Frederic's home.  While he painted, she composed poetry and music and they wanted the warm serenity that the Bonnet offered.  Sadly, 1925, Helen died of breast cancer and Frederic's visits to the house they built together became less frequent.  In 1931, he married Evelyn Fortune Lilly and the house went through a renaissance of proliferation as the couple dove into a rejuvenation of the house and grounds.  Embellishing the house with marvelous decorations, the couple created a venue that thrills people visiting today.  Frederic died in 1953, but Evelyn kept coming each winter until she gave the house and property to the Florida Trust for Historic Preservation so that others could come and visit and view the beautiful home and its furnishings.  At that time, it was the biggest charitable gift in the state's history and it secured its future for preservation and education of newer generations.  It became listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1984 and made a historic landmark of the city in 2002. 

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• Gondolas on Las Olas
  Floating along the New River in Fort Lauderdale, don't be surprised to see an authentic gondola from Venice, navigating the river area with the prowess of a professional.  The Il Sernoire Contento is the oldest in the nation, and was brought over from that famed city and is over a 100 years old.  At 32 feet, it slides through the waters with great ease and comfort for the riders and oarsman, giving all a wonderful opportunity to see the sights.  After giving the visitors and residents of Venice a great ride, the Contento has come to the U.S. to continue its faithful service to the guests it carries.  Departing from the dock by Stork's Cafe, you will be party to a unique experience that is offered only one other place in the world, taking a romantic excursion through the Himmarshee Canal into the New River; complete with musical accompaniment.  The handcrafted wooden gondolas were made in Venice Italy, and Italian gondoliers handle the boats.  It is the perfect venue for a gondola and has become to be referred to as the Venice of America.  Gliding along the Las Olas Boulevard, there are many structures and bridges that are reminiscent of Venice as well, with many shops, boutiques, bars and restaurants to engage your eyes.  The gondola service has partnered with Stork's Cafe and the Tuscan Grill, so that as you journey the waterways of Lauderdale, you can enjoy various wines and foods, that will only amplify your own personal experience.  It is an exciting trip, that is also very relaxing, comforting and most of all, romantic.
   

• Old Dilliard Cultural Arts Museum
  The city's newest museum was built in 1924 and the site of the first black high school in Fort Lauderdale.  It has been refurbished and is a result of community efforts to keep this historical building that reminds many of the years that blacks were segregated, plus the achievements that were made in spite of the hardships that these great people had to face and endure.  The current galleries include; Cycle of Life, Yoruba Heritage gallery, Old Dilliard Heritage gallery and the interactive gallery.  It also contains artifacts related to Africa, including tribal masks and jewelry; as well as a storyteller that explains and highlights his knowledge and memory of Africa.  Seated inside an authentic thatched hut, this man spins a story that enthralls listeners and takes them to the dark continent with tales of wild animals, and wilder jungles, great vistas, mountains, valleys and tribal communities struggling to survive one of the most hostile environments where man has decided to congregate.

July 29, 2009