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The 1836 Attack on the Cape Florida Lighthouse
August 1, 2025 | By Deanna Butler
Join us this week as we explore the Cape Florida Lighthouse and Cape Florida, which Seminole warriors attacked on July 23, 1836.
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The Legacy of Removal: Seminole Resistance, Survival, and Triumph
July 25, 2025 | By Deanna Butler
Join us as we look at the lasting impacts of the Indian Removal Act of 1830. Explore the STOF THPO’s recent StoryMap, which traces Seminole Removal.
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Spotlight on Tamiami Trail: Spectacular Images Capture Seminole History
July 18, 2025 | By Deanna Butler
This week we are taking a journey down Tamiami Trail. Also known as US Highway 41, Tamiami Trail is a road that connects Tampa to Miami.
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Field Trip Spotlight: Inspired Learning at the Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum
July 11, 2025 | By Deanna Butler
What makes the Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum the perfect field trip destination? Explore with us the unique experiences, resources, and learning opportunities.
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The Path of Resistance: Explore Six Remarkable Seminole War Sites
July 3, 2025 | By Deanna Butler
This long weekend, we encourage you to take a different kind of patriotic journey by visiting historic Seminole War sites across Florida.
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Cowboys and Camps: Doubleday’s Sensational Seminole Photos
June 27, 2025 | By Deanna Butler
This week, we are looking at the work of Ralph R. Doubleday. Part of his work covered hundreds of photos of Seminoles during the early 20th century tourist era.
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Empowering Economies: Trade and Tourism as Acts of Resistance and Survival
June 20, 2025 | By Deanna Butler
This week, follow along as we explore some of the ways Seminoles shifted and adapted their economic ventures to respond to a changing world.
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The Legacy of Five Fearless Seminole Trailblazers Who Came First
June 13, 2025 | By Deanna Butler
Today, we will explore just a few of the individual trailblazers who hav affected this history, and celebrate five Seminoles who paved the way.
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8 Awesome Things Every Visitor Needs To Do
June 6, 2025 | By Deanna Butler
This week, join us to explore our Seminole Tourism Bucket List. In it, we will look at 8 unforgettable things that every visitor should do at least once.
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The ABC’s of Seminole History You Need to Know: Part 2
May 30, 2025 | By Deanna Butler
Last week, we went through the first half of the alphabet: from Abiaka to Matriarch. This week, follow along for the second half, as we explore N through Z!
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