Section 2.7: Pioneers of the East Coast: From Fort Lauderdale to Stuart

Old Davie School Museum — a preserved piece of early Broward County history. Photo courtesy of Visit Lauderdale.

Heading north from Miami, South Florida pioneers are recalled at the Old Davie School Historical Museum, the Immokalee Pioneer Museum at Roberts Ranch and historic homes including Stranahan House in Fort Lauderdale. 

Meanwhile, The Elliott Museum and The House of Refuge, in Stuart, together with their parent organization, the Historical Society of Martin County, wow visitors with displays of classic cars, bicycles and boats, as well as a glimpse of early life in Martin County. 

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