HISTORY FORT LAUDERDALE

219 SW Second Ave.
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
954-463-4431

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The 1905 New River Inn was the first local building to be listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This graceful 3-story plantation-style structure has entertained presidents, governors, and international dignitaries. Today the New River Inn hosts gatherings for 25 to 250 guests.

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Directions

General

Miles to Broward Convention Center: 5

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driving directions

Driving Directions: From I-95: Exit Broward Blvd., travel east on Broward toward downtown, turn right at S.W. Seventh Ave./Ave. of the Arts, turn left at S.W. 2nd St./Himmarshee, turn right before the railroad tracks onto S.W. 2nd Ave. Park in brick plaza on the right hand s

Meeting Facilities

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Description The New River Inn was the first working hotel in Fort Lauderdale. This 1905 historic southern plantation is located on the banks of the New River. Indoor space includes the Inn dining room and the downstairs parlor. A full IT package with screen is installed in the dining room with ability to simulcast to parlor. The New River Inn is part of a 6 building historic campus. Outdoor space can accommodate up to 250.
Reception Capacity 250
Theatre Capacity 60
Banquet Capacity 250
Number of Rooms 1
Classroom Capacity 60

1905 New River Inn- Lucy Bryan Room

Classroom Capacity: 60
Banquet Capacity: 50
Reception Capacity: 100

1899 Replica Schoolhouse

Classroom Capacity: 50
Reception Capacity: 100

Historic 3-acre campus

Banquet Capacity: 250
Reception Capacity: 250

Activities

Fort Lauderdale Historical Tour