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    What We Do

    Preserving, protecting, and promoting Miami Beach's architectural and cultural heritage. Learn more.

    Who We Are

    For the past 50 years, we've helped shape policy to protect Miami Beach's historic and architectural integrity. Learn more.

    Miami Design Styles

    From Mediterranean Revival's terra cotta rooflines to Art Deco's neon curves and MiMo's jet-age swagger — Miami Beach wrote the book on architectural style.

    Archives

    MDPL's online archive shares Barbara Baer Capitman photos, documents, and Miami Beach preservation history on Dropbox.

    Art Deco Welcome Center & Museum

    Explore Miami Beach's architectural heritage and vibrant culture at our engaging museum. Learn more.

    Art Deco Gift Shop

    Showcasing vintage and collectibles, books, jewelry, local art, apparel, prints, and Miami Beach memorabilia.

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    Advocacy Positions

    Our published position statements on preservation issues affecting the city's historic architecture.

    Historic Designation

    Pursue historic designation for single-family homes, criteria, and benefits.

    Resources

    A helpful guide to information relating to Historic Preservation, Art Deco and South Florida.

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News

MDPL Lecture: “The Future of Miami Marine Stadium”

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Woody Vondracek to give retrospective of his Art Deco art

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Elisa Turner to give “The Art of Architecture” lecture

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Longtime MDPL friends make a remarkable donation to Capitman archives

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Big news! Meet MDPL’s incoming Executive Director!

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Video: “Black Artistic Excellence During the Art Deco Era” event

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Video: Terry Little, “Window on the Past: Preserving Africa’s Ancient Rock Art”

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