South Dade Black History Center

09/29/2026

An early resident of the town of Goulds, Johnnie "Catman" Everett was skilled in all ways of the land. As an avid hunter, trapper, farmer and fisherman, he used his knowledge to help feed his neighbors in their hardest times. He was also a well versed veterinarian (without formal training). He built off of that knowledge to serve as an early physician and medicine man to the settlement.
Throughout his years he was known for his innovation and tenacity. Notably serving as the official gravedigger of the historic Silver Green Cemetery in Princeton, after learning the use of dynamite to break through the deep coral rock.
Johnnie Everett is remembered as a one of a kind figure that always stepped up to the plate to serve his community.

South Dade Thanks You!

07/21/2026

Today we celebrate the birthday of the late Senator Larcenia J. Bullard.

Bullard moved to Florida in 1980 where she worked as a teacher and administrator for MDCPS. In 1992, she was elected to the Florida House of Representatives. Shortly after, following the devastation of Hurricane Andrew, Bullard fought tirelessly to rebuild the communities of South Dade. She later served in the Florida House and Senate for 20 years before her retirement.

Larcenia J. Bullard's legacy is still honored throughout South Dade today. Thank you, Senator Bullard, for a lifetime of service to our community.

07/20/2026

Today we celebrate the 10 year anniversary (July 21, 2016) of Richmond Heights' designation as a historic district and honor its founder, Captain Frank C. Martin.
A WWII veteran and 20-year pilot and mechanic for Pan Am, Martin spotted the land from above, and would later develop it into Miami-Dade's first housing community built exclusively for Black WWII veterans like the ones he served alongside. Working with a Black advisory board to bring the vision to life, by 1951, he'd built 457 homes before passing in a tragic car accident. He may not have seen Richmond Heights to its completion, but his legacy endures in the community.

07/04/2026

The South Dade Black History Center wishes you all a Happy and Safe Independence Day.

06/19/2026

05/25/2026

Today, we honor the brave individuals who gave their lives in service to our country. As we gather with loved ones, we pause to remember our fallen heroes and the families impacted by their loss. Their sacrifice will never be forgotten.

03/23/2026

Come out and visit the SDBHC and witness the rhythm of history and the soul of a culture that has transformed the world. Our featured exhibit, "Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Pieces of Black History," is an extraordinary collection that explores the stories, innovations, and artifacts that helped shape our shared legacy. Now showing through June.

03/13/2026

This March we celebrate Women's History Month and reflect on the many contributions of women throughout our history.

The South Dade Black History Center honors the strength, courage and ingenuity of women like Dr. Patricia Bath, who dedicated her life to granting vision to those in underserved communities, Marie Van Brittan Brown, whose invention revolutionized all modern security technology, and Gladys West, whose work gave us GPS technology that we all rely on in our daily lives.

02/26/2026

The South Dade Black History Center Honors the memory of our South Dade Icon, Thelma Vernell Anderson Gibson.

01/07/2026

Thank you to all of the supporters that helped us make 'Basel South Black Art Show 2025' a success!
For a limited time -Now to Mid January- You can visit The SDBHC to see original artwork from some of the most prominent Black artists in the South Dade area!