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African-American Research Library & Cultural Center
2650 Sistrunk Blvd., Fort Lauderdale
(954) 625-2810
Exhibition hall, theater, and more than 85,000 books, documents, and artifacts that focus on the experiences of people of African descent. Mon-Thur 10am-9pm, Fri-Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 1-5pm. Free.
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Anne Kolb Nature Center
West Lake Park, 750 Sheridan St, Hollywood
(954) 926-2410
Experience this 1,500+ acre wetland mangrove forest habitat for wading birds and other native wildlife. The Center also includes an Intracoastal fishing pier, five-story observation tower, nature, canoe and bicycle trails and environmental exhibit hall. Daily 8:30am-6pm.
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Art & Culture Center of Hollywood
1650 Harrison St., Hollywood 33019
(954) 921-3275
Fax: (954) 921-3273
Spanish mansion built in 1924 in beautiful downtown Hollywood's art district. Ever-changing exhibits make an electric backdrop to a banquet or reception or outdoor event. Gallery hours Mon-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 12-4pm. Adults $6, students/seniors/children 4-13 $3, members & under 4 free.
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ArtsPark at Young Circle
Hollywood
(954) 921-3500
A great place to play as well as enjoy visual and performing arts programs that capture the diverse cultural life of South Florida.
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Atlantic Coast Kayak

(954) 781-0073
Email: atlanticcoastkay@bellsouth.net
South Florida's premier outfitter since 1989 - teaching basic and advanced classes, operating guided kayak tours, and uniting paddler and craft. Tours include all the finest equipment, basic paddling instruction, incredible gourmet meals, and highly trained professional guides.
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BankAtlantic Center
One Panther Parkway, Sunrise 33323
(954) 835-8000
Fax: (954) 835-8012
Home to the Florida Panthers. Meeting rooms, luxury suites and elegant catering all provide planners with a unique site for receptions and corporate gatherings.
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Billie Swamp Safari
Big Cypress Reservation, Fort Lauderdale
(800) 949-6101, (941) 983-6101
Swamp Buggy eco-tours and airboat rides, alligator and snake show, swamp critter show, gift shop and Swamp Water Cafe. Airboat rides $15. Swamp Buggy Tours adults $25, seniors $23, children $15. Day/Overnight Packages and Exclusive Tours offered. Open daily 8:30am-6pm.
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Bonnet House Museum & Gardens
900 N. Birch Rd, Fort Lauderdale 33304
(954) 563-5393
35-acre subtropical, historical museum. Tue-Sat 10am - 4pm, Sun. noon - 4pm. (last tour 2:30pm). Closed Mon and some holidays. Adults $20, seniors $18, students $16, grounds tour $10, children under 6 free.
*$3.00 off for Broward County residents with ID
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Broward Art Guild
2430 NE 13th Avenue, , Wilton Manors 33305
(954) 396-3213
Email: info@browardartguild.org
The Broward Art Guild, now in its 55th year, is the largest non-profit organization of working artists and supporters in Broward County, Florida. The Broward Art Guild offers the community a variety of art classes and workshops for both adults and children alike, gallery exhibitions and professionally juried competitions, collaborates in community "artreach" programs and works to promote visual arts and artists in the South Florida area
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Broward Center for the Performing Arts
201 SW 5th Ave., Fort Lauderdale 33302
(954) 462-0222
Fax: (954) 468-3541
State-of-the-art complex situated on the banks of the New River allows your guests to arrive by boat for a truly dramatic evening! Home to the finest Broadway productions, musicals, opera, dance and children's shows.
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Broward County Parks and Recreation
Various locations, Fort Lauderdale
(954) 357-8100
17 regional parks, 4 nature centers.
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Buehler Planetarium and Observatory
Broward Community College, Central Campus, 3501 SW Davie Rd., Davie
(954) 201-6681
Experience shows that introduce you to space and expand horizons. $2-6.
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Butterfly World
3600 W. Sample Rd., Coconut Creek
(954) 977-4400
Thousands of live, rainbow-hued butterflies dwell in ten acres of waterfalls, orchids, roses and tropical gardens that are also home to fish, hummingbirds, lorikeet, insectarium, butterfly farm and outdoor cafe. Mon-Sat 9am-5pm, Sun 11am-5pm (Admission closes at 4pm). Adults $21.95, children 3-11 $16.95, under 3 free.
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Central Broward Regional Park
Central Broward Regional Park, Lauderhill
(954) 321-1170
110-acre multipurpose facility, with four soccer/football fields, two cricket fields, netball courts, tennis courts, basketball courts and water playground.
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Cinema Paradiso
503 SE 6th Street, Fort Lauderdale 33301
(954) 760-9898
Fax: (954) 760-9099
Fort Lauderdale's most unique meeting venue. Perfect for intimate receptions and meetings in our outdoor canopied courtyard or in our air conditioned lobby. The 200 seat theater is the most comfortable in town and can project virtually any format and is perfect for corporate meetings, workshops, party, retreat, or family outing.
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Coral Springs Center for the Arts
2855 Coral Springs Dr., Coral Springs 33065
(954) 344-5999
Fax: (954) 344-5980
Performing arts facility and museum of fine art. Private meeting rooms and catering available.
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Downtown Hollywood
Hollywood
(954) 921-3016
Characterized by quaint sidewalk cafes, brick-lined walks and six blocks of unique boutiques, shops, art galleries and dozen of restaurants.
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Everglades Day Safari
Fort Lauderdale
(800) 472-3069, (239) 472-1559
All day eco-tour into the majestic Everglades. Safaris include an airboat ride, nature walk, wildlife drive, Southern lunch and a scenic boat cruise into the mangroves of the 10,000 Islands. Call for reservations. Adults $140, under 12 yrs. $104.
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Everglades Holiday Park - Airboat Tours
21940 Griffin Rd, Fort Lauderdale
(800) 226-2244, (954) 434-8111
Fax: (954) 434-4252
Journey on an airboat through the "River of Grass." Expert fishing guide tours, fishing facilities, boat rentals, 24-hr. general store. 9am-5pm, departing every 20 minutes or less.
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Flamingo Gardens & Wray Botanical Collection
3750 South Flamingo Rd., Fort Lauderdale
(954) 473-2955
60-acre botanical gardens & wildlife sanctuary. Exotic & native plants, & Florida's "Champion" trees. Bird of Prey Center & free-flight walk through aviary, alligators, flamingos, bobcats & Florida Panthers. Open 9:30am-5:30pm, daily. Adults $17, children 4-11 $8.50. Narrated tour by tram additional.
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Florida's Singing Sons Boychoir
Fort Lauderdale
(954) 563-2697
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Fort Lauderdale Antique Car Museum
1527 SW 1st Ave (Packard Ave), Fort Lauderdale
(954) 779-7300
Private collection of 40 pre-war Packard Motorcars dating from 1909-1940 in a recreated showroom and memorabilia including dashboard clocks, hood ornaments and more. Tours Mon-Fri 10am-4pm, Sat 10am-3pm.
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Fort Lauderdale Children's Theatre
640 N. Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale
(954) 763-6882
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Fort Lauderdale History Center
219 SW 2nd Ave., Fort Lauderdale 33301
(954) 463-4431
Fax: (954) 523-6228
Historic New River Inn, on Riverwalk, will bring your quests back to the early 1900's. The first hotel in county, built in 1905, has hosted Henry Flagler & Henry Ford. Tue-Sat 10am to 5pm, Sun 12-5pm. Docent-guided tour $10 and self guided tour $7
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Full Moon Kayak Co.
Fort Lauderdale
(954) 328-5231
Email: colleen@fullmoonkayak.com
A great way to get close to nature. Plan a 2 hour guided tour and enjoy the calm waters on a single or tandem kayak. Open 7 days a week. Day or night time trips. Large groups welcome. Self-guided trips and kayak classes available. Ask about monthly Full Moon kayak tour dates.
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The Girl Choir of South Florida
1350 E Sunrise Blvd, Suite 117, Fort Lauderdale
(954) 553-2809
The region's only all-girl chorus, performing repertoire from across history and around the world.
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Gold Coast Jazz Society
Fort Lauderdale
(954) 524-0805
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Hard Rock Live
Seminole Paradise, One Seminole Way, Hollywood
(954) 797-5555
Fax: (954) 797-5556
A state-of-the-art arena that seats 5,500 music lovers, sports fans, or conventioneers in comfort and style. It's 120,000 square feet of pure adrenaline on three levels, with cutting-edge lighting and sound and a dedicated full time staff.
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Hollywood Beach Theater
East of A1A at Johnson Street and the ocean, Hollywood
(954) 921-3404
Live music, dancing. Concert Series oceanside every Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday 7:30-9:00 pm.
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Hollywood Central Performing Arts Center
1770 Monroe St., Hollywood
(954) 924-8175
Dance performances. Adults $25, seniors $23, members & students $20.
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Hugh Taylor Birch State Park
3109 E Sunrise Blvd, Fort Lauderdale
(954) 564-4521
Nature trail, shaded picnic areas, beach access. In-line skating, volleyball, canoes, fishing. $4 per vehicle, $1 per pedestrians, bicyclist, passengers, under 6 free. Terramar Visitor Center open daily.
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Improv Comedy Club & Dinner Theatre
1 Seminole Way, Hollywood 33314
(954) 981-5653
Catch nationally-renowned comedians as well as local talent in this 460 seat venue featuring a unique Magic Martini bar
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Inside Out Theatre Company at the Museum of Art
One East Las Olas Blvd, Fort Lauderdale
(954) 385-3060
Created in 1998 with the mission of raising awareness, inspiring introspection and building character through the performing arts. Committed to producing socially relevant works that are designed to help stimulate personal and social change.
In 2005, became the resident theatre company at the Museum of Art, achieving their goal of expanding their programming to provide Equity professional theatre for adult audiences.
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International Fishing Hall of Fame & Museum
300 Gulf Stream Way, Dania
(954) 922-4212
Fax: (954) 924-4220
The International Game Fish Association's $32 million facility offers stunning visual settings and exciting interactive experiences, including simulated fishing. It provides an extraordinary setting for any business meeting or social event. Mon-Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 12-6pm. Adults $6, children and seniors $5.
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International Swimming Hall of Fame Museum & Aquatic Complex
1 Hall of Fame Dr, Fort Lauderdale
(954) 462-6536
This swimming and diving facility is open daily for lap swimming and water aerobics and hosts national and international aquatic competitions. A museum houses over 10,000 square feet of Olympic memorabilia from over 100 nations, honoring the world's greatest aquatic stars. Aquatic masterpieces by artisans Leroy Nieman and Daumier. Collection of sports literature dating back to the 1800s. Adults $8, seniors $6, students $4, and military and children under 12 are free.
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Miramar Cultural Center/Arts Park
2400 Civic Center Place, Miramar 33025
(954) 602-4500
Fax: (954) 602-4741
A spectacular facility suitable for hosting a multitude of events including seminars, receptions, graduation ceremonies, theater performances, classes, concerts and more. Amenities include: theater, banquet hall, full-service kitchen, conference rooms, botanical gardens, two art galleries, art & education studios, performance plaza and public art.
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Mosaic Theatre
12200 W. Broward Blvd., Plantation
(954) 577-8243
A professional theater in South Florida dedicated to contemporary classical and orginal works. Adults $27, seniors $21, students $15. Thu-Sat evenings 8pm, Sat 3pm, Sun 2pm.
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Museum of Art / Fort Lauderdale
One East Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale
(954) 525-5500
Fax: (954) 524-6011
Founded in 1958, the Museum of Art Fort Lauderdale (MOA) has continued to prosper with remarkable growth in its programming, its facility and its impressive permanent collection. Located in the heart of the Riverwalk Arts and Entertainment District in downtown Fort Lauderdale, the facility encompasses 75,000 square feet. Former home to the "mummy" of all exhibitions, King Tut: Tutankhamun and the Golden Age of the Pharaohs.
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Museum of Discovery and Science and AutoNation Imax Theater
401 SW 2nd St, Fort Lauderdale
(954) 467-6637
Fax: (954) 467-0046
Spend a day of discovery exploring hundreds of interactive exhibits. You can hang out with bats, alligators, turtles, sharks and explore Florida's amazing Everglades. Be charmed by a 12-foot snake, pet a big green iguana or fly like an astronaut on the Mars Rover. And immerse yourself in a five-story giant screen adventure at the AutoNation® IMAX® Theater. Open 365 days a year, Mon-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun noon-6pm. Extended IMAX® hours Friday and Saturday evenings.
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My Jewish Discovery Place Children's Museum
6501 W. Sunrise Blvd., Plantation
(954) 792-6700
Alvin and Evelyn Gross Family Children's Museum is a hands-on, interactive museum of Jewish culture, history and values where children and families learn about the joys of Jewish life. It is dedicated to providing an environment where creativity, learning and play become a bridge to understanding in our multi-cultural world. Tues-Fri 10am-5pm. Sun 12-4pm. Admission: Under 2 free, $3-4.
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Old Dillard Museum
1009 NW 4th Street, Fort Lauderdale
(754) 322-8828
Listed on National Historic Register. African and African American galleries of cultural artifacts in traditional settings.
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Paradise Theatre at Seminole Paradise
1 Seminole Way, Hollywood 33314
(866) 502-7529
Bringing the magic of sophisticated high-energy, Las Vegas entertainment together with the spirit, and love and passion of Broadway, that has NEVER been seen before live on stage. Providing the most talented, showgirls in the world, creating magical, sensual and explosive choreographed acts that rival Cirque Du Soleil, live and up close.
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Plantation Historical Museum
511 N. Fig Tree Lane, Plantation
(954) 797-2722
Plantation's 1st fire truck and memorabilia. Butterfly garden. Tue-Sat 9am-12pm and Sun 1-4pm. Free.
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Pompano Beach Amphitheater
1806 NE 6th St., Pompano Beach
(954) 946-2402
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Riverwalk Arts & Entertainment District
SW 7th Avenue to SW 2nd Avenue, Fort Lauderdale
(954) 462-0222
Offering the area's best arts and entertainment venues along with great restaurants, shopping, lodging and heritages sites in a lush, tropical park setting. Major cultural attractions - Broward Center for the Performing Arts, Fort Lauderdale Historical Society, Florida Grand Opera, Museum of Art / Fort Lauderdale and Concert Association and Historic Stranahan House Museum.
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Sawgrass Recreation Park
Highway 27, 2 miles north of I-75, Fort Lauderdale
(800) 457-0788, (954) 389-0202
Narrated Everglades airboat tours, 18th century Indian village, live alligator and reptile and birds of prey exhibit, camping, boat rentals, fishing, food, beverages.
Tours daily starting at 9am until 4pm. Adults $19.50, children 4-14 years $10, under 4 free.
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Seminole Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum
Big Cypress Reservation, Fort Lauderdale
(863) 902-1113
The Seminole Tribe of Florida presents their history and culture through exhibits, rare artifacts, dramatic film, nature trails and a "living" village. Gift shop. Open daily 9am-5pm. Adults $10, seniors/students $5, children under 4 free.
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Seminole Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum at Okalee
Seminole Hard Rock Casino, 5710 Seminole Way, Hollywood 33020
(954) 797-5570
Features Seminole genre, paintings, colorful patchwork displays, and vintage photos. Open Daily 9am-7pm, Adults $10, seniors/students $5, children under 4 free.
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Seminole Oaklee Indian Village
Seminole Paradise at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino , 5716 Seminole Way, Hollywood 33314
(954) 797-5551
Explore the history and culture of the Seminole Indians featuring an authentic Seminole Village with Tribal members demonstrating their world famous arts and crafts. Surrounded by native animal exhibits including; the endangered Florida panther, alligators, river otters, fox, birds, and more. Over 30 different species of animals on exhibit. Wildlife shows, alligator presentations, and animal feedings on the weekends. Open Wed-Fri 12pm-6pm, Sat-Sun 10am-6pm.
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Stage Door Theatre
8036 W. Sample Rd, Coral Springs
(954) 344-7765
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Historic Stranahan House Museum
335 SE 6th Street (corner of Las Olas Blvd.), Fort Lauderdale
(954) 524-4736
Fax: (954) 525-2838
Preserved turn-of-the-century house furnished with antiques of the era. Oldest structure in Broward County. Tours everyday at 1pm, 2pm and 3pm.
Every Friday night River Ghost Tours at 7:30pm. All events $20.
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Tatiana Cabaret Show Restaurant
1710 E. Hallandale Blvd. , Hallandale
(954) 454-1222
With its gold-leaf ceilings, gold drapes, Murano glass light fixtures and richly patterned carpets, Tatiana Restaurant and Nightclub in Hallandale Beach resembles the Fabergé eggs displayed there in a glass case along with crystal vodka bottles and tiny toasting cups.
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Third Avenue Art District
505 NE Third Avenue, Fort Lauderdale
(954) 763-8982
Tours of artist's studios by appointment
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Wyland Wall
7399 W. McNab Road, North Lauderdale
(954) 722-0900
A 1,000-foot-long mural, located just west of Rock Island Road, depicting mangroves, manatees and dolphin, created by acclaimed marine life artist and conservation advocate Wyland. The 99th mural is part of the artist's internationally renowned Whaling Wall art project spanning 30 years.
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Young at Art Children's Museum
11584 State Road 84, Davie
(954) 424-0085
Enjoy South Florida's Unique Hands-On Children's Art Museum! Admission $8, children under 2 free.
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