(Photo Courtesy of Dade Heritage Trust)
Dade Heritage Trust, Miami’s largest historic preservation organization, is cleaning house to get ready for a new permanent exhibit about early Miami medicine and Dr. James Jackson.
This means the public will get a chance to own a piece of history, when DHT hosts its first ever “Book and Attic” sale, benefiting the nonprofit’s education programs, on Saturday, Sept. 22, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the Trust’s headquarters, 190 SE 12 Terr. in Miami.
“We are thrilled to offer this sale to the public,” said Chris Rupp, Dade Heritage Trust executive director. “Some items are so rare and worth much more than we anticipated. All proceeds will benefit Dade Heritage Trust’s educational and advocacy efforts.”
Through the years, supporters and friends of Dade Heritage Trust have donated books on history, architecture and preservation, some rare and out of print; 1920’s architectural publications; antique lighting fixtures; hardware and artwork which will all be for sale.
“This is a treasure trove for lovers of Miami history, architecture, vintage books and magazines, and even those who photograph vignettes or stage shoots or settings,” Rupp said.
The nonprofit resides in Dr. Jackson’s 1905 office and surgery, a charming wood-frame building that was moved from its original location in Downtown Miami to its current location in 1917, and was turned into a residence. The City of Miami purchased it in 1976 and Dade Heritage Trust restored the historic building and made it the organization’s headquarters in 1978.
Dade Heritage Trust (DHT) is Miami-Dade County’s largest preservation organization. Founded in 1972 as a grassroots organization to save and protect Miami-Dade County’s historic buildings, DHT’s mission is to preserve our community’s architectural, environmental and cultural heritage. Through a variety of programs, advocacy projects, special events, exhibits and presentations, DHT furthers the mission by engaging Miami-Dade residents and visitors in preservation education.
To learn more about Dade Heritage Trust call 305-358-9572 or visit dadeheritagetrust.org.
