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Old Dillard Museum, Fort Lauderdale, FL

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Old Dillard Museum

A Fort Lauderdale museum in a former school building that presents Black history, music, sports, and community heritage of South Florida.

Fort Lauderdale, FL

About Old Dillard Museum

The Old Dillard Museum sits in a historic school building in Fort Lauderdale and is run through Broward County Public Schools' Supplemental Arts and Sciences Program. Its exhibits cover local Black heritage, community milestones, and notable figures through art, music, sports, and storytelling. Visitors can explore an interactive jazz room that honors Julian Cannonball Adderley, a former Dillard High School teacher, and a sports display recognizing Dillard High alumni who played professionally. The museum is aimed at students, educators, and families. Food and drinks are not allowed inside.

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