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Discover Dania Beach history as the Dania Beach Historical Society uncovers and shares documents, collections and information that has been locked away for years - the historical society education programs will prove that this is no ordinary history lesson.
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Our Mission is to encourage the community’s involvement by providing educational programs through archival research and preserving memories of historical significance of the robust history of the oldest city in Broward County.
Dania Beach history will be uncovered from collections and artifacts that has been locked away for years. The Dania Beach Historical Society has the exciting task of going through and discovering the information in forgotten documents and photographs that highlight the people and events that have shaped our community. From Native American history to the present day, our exhibits offer a glimpse into the past of the city of Dania Beach.
As a member of Dania Beach Historical Society & Museum, Inc. you will have access to exclusive events and discounts, as well as the satisfaction of knowing that you are supporting an important community organization. Join us in preserving our history for future generations.
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"The real voyage of discovery consists, not in seeking new landscapes, but in having new eyes."
Marcel Proust
President - Joanna Granett
Joanna's love of history comes from an early age when she found she was fascinated with the architecture of the many old buildings in England, where she was born.
As well as the President of the Dania Beac
"The real voyage of discovery consists, not in seeking new landscapes, but in having new eyes."
Marcel Proust
President - Joanna Granett
Joanna's love of history comes from an early age when she found she was fascinated with the architecture of the many old buildings in England, where she was born.
As well as the President of the Dania Beach Historical Society, Joanna got involved in the goings on in the City of Dania Beach over 10 years ago when she became a Dania Beach Ambassador. Joanna is also currently actively involved in Dania Beach city itself serving on the Public Arts Advisory Board, the Green Advisory Board and an alternate for the Planning and Zoning Board and Charter Review Board. Joanna is also a member and volunteer with the Dania Beach Lions Club and an active member of the Dania Beach Improvement Committee, and more recently she joined the city's Dania Beach Program for Public Information Committee.
A favorite hobby and pastime is spent scouring antiques stores, flea markets, garage sales and online antique auctions.
Joanna's love for history isn't just limited to visiting historical sites, she also enjoys reading books and watching documentaries about various periods in history, from ancient civilizations to modern-day-events, but most especially she loves researching Dania Beach's history.
Joanna looks forward to what history will be uncovered of Broward County's first City and looks even more forward to sharing it with you along the way.
Kathy Kay has been a resident of Dania since 1944. Kathy is also the Great Granddaughter of the original founder of Dania Beach: A.C. Frost.
A graduate of Dania Elementary School, Olsen Jr. Highschool and South Broward Highschool.
Graduated Un. of S. Florida BS (Biology) degree and Un. of Miami Medical Technology School.
Laboratory Technolog
Kathy Kay has been a resident of Dania since 1944. Kathy is also the Great Granddaughter of the original founder of Dania Beach: A.C. Frost.
A graduate of Dania Elementary School, Olsen Jr. Highschool and South Broward Highschool.
Graduated Un. of S. Florida BS (Biology) degree and Un. of Miami Medical Technology School.
Laboratory Technologist Jackson Memorial Hospital, Miami, Viral Research Un. of Miami.
Medical Laboratory Supervisor Un. of Miami Indigent Pediatric Clinic.
Office manager TLK Construction, Dania Beach. Retired
Member: Dania Improvement Committee, Dania Friends of the Library. Co-Vice President of Dania Beach Historical
Society.
Laura Lombardo is a lifelong resident of Dania Beach. Her deeply rooted passion for local
history started when her family purchased historical properties in which they owned and
operated two antique shops.
She is a local realtor, and is passionate about preserving the charm of Dania Beach in a time of
exponential growth.
She has served on the
Laura Lombardo is a lifelong resident of Dania Beach. Her deeply rooted passion for local
history started when her family purchased historical properties in which they owned and
operated two antique shops.
She is a local realtor, and is passionate about preserving the charm of Dania Beach in a time of
exponential growth.
She has served on the Creative Arts Council Advisory Board for 4 years, 2 years as Chair, She
currently serves as the chair of the Green Advisory Board and is a member of the Dania Beach
Chamber of Commerce and the Dania Beach Women’s Club.
Polly Jones Moseley is CEO of Sister’s Helping
Neighbor’s serving the adult community with
education, selfcare and maintaining an active
lifestyle.
Polly is Vice President of Wisdom Generation
Corp, a 501 (c)3 organization serving Bibb County in Macon Ga. providing a afterschool program along with tutoring students.
Polly currently serves as a
Polly Jones Moseley is CEO of Sister’s Helping
Neighbor’s serving the adult community with
education, selfcare and maintaining an active
lifestyle.
Polly is Vice President of Wisdom Generation
Corp, a 501 (c)3 organization serving Bibb County in Macon Ga. providing a afterschool program along with tutoring students.
Polly currently serves as a Resident Commissioner for Dania Beach Housing Authority and is presently the secretary of Dania beach Historical
Society.
Polly's professional aspirations is being a Community activist with her ultimate goal being to help the community by providing effective communication with clear confidence with value in details.
Polly's biggest accomplishment was becoming a
business owner and following her vision.
Emmanuel Etienne has a passion for helping individuals. He believes history is important because the future generations will not understand the future without a past.
Emmanuel has been in the world of finance for over 15 years from working in the early years at
banks, to a few law firms, to presently having his own consulting and accounting
Emmanuel Etienne has a passion for helping individuals. He believes history is important because the future generations will not understand the future without a past.
Emmanuel has been in the world of finance for over 15 years from working in the early years at
banks, to a few law firms, to presently having his own consulting and accounting business.
Emmanuel knows the importance of "knowledge is power" and believes growth is when you are constantly learning.
Emmanuel's passion for helping others goes back from volunteering at the Boys and Girls Club, youth soccer coach, and participating in the Men's Bible group at church to help serve the youth. History creates the future.
Kathy Cerminara was a law professor at Nova Southeastern University Shepard Broad
College of Law for more than 20 years and now holds the rank of emeritus professor. (See
https://www.law.nova.edu/faculty/full-time-faculty/cerminara-kathy.html.) She has lived in
central Miramar in Broward County for that entire time. Before she moved to Browa
Kathy Cerminara was a law professor at Nova Southeastern University Shepard Broad
College of Law for more than 20 years and now holds the rank of emeritus professor. (See
https://www.law.nova.edu/faculty/full-time-faculty/cerminara-kathy.html.) She has lived in
central Miramar in Broward County for that entire time. Before she moved to Broward County,
Kathy lived in Coconut Grove, where she served as a volunteer docent at the Barnacle Historic
State Park. She also was then and has remained a member of HistoryMiami (formerly the
Historical Museum of South Florida) and the Barnacle Society (the not-for-profit citizen support
organization for the Barnacle).
Kathy is also on the board of the International Society of Therapeutic Jurisprudence and a
Joan Mickelson, Ph.D. - summary biography 2022 PREVIOUS BOARDS SERVED ON
Hollywood Historical Society (Secretary, Treasurer – created first budget)
Framingham MA Historic Village Hall, Williamstown Art Conservation Center, Boston Ballet
AWARDS
-From Hollywood CRA, for outstanding contributions to the, community, 2019
-From city of Hollywood,
Joan Mickelson, Ph.D. - summary biography 2022 PREVIOUS BOARDS SERVED ON
Hollywood Historical Society (Secretary, Treasurer – created first budget)
Framingham MA Historic Village Hall, Williamstown Art Conservation Center, Boston Ballet
AWARDS
-From Hollywood CRA, for outstanding contributions to the, community, 2019
-From city of Hollywood, in recognition for her dedication to preserving the history of the city of-
Hollywood, 2010
-From the Broward County, Florida, Historical Commission, the Cooper Kirk Memorial Award, for
Dedication to the Preservation of Broward County History, 2005
-From the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, for Service to History and Culture of the Town of
Framingham, 2002.
RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE
over 30 years as a museum professional, as Archivist, Curator, and Director
EDUCATION
Harvard University – Ph.D
University of Chicago – M. A
Harvard University – B, A
South Broward High School, Miss Harris’ Florida School for Girls. Miami, Hollywood Central School,
Outdoor Private School, Hollywood.
Also author of books and articles relating to the early history of Hollywood, Florida
Raline is a Dania Beach native.
Her mother was a nurse in the Army where she and her father met.
In 1947, after the war, her parents built the house on SE 15th Street where she grew up.
Raline spent her summers in Minnesota and winters in Dania Beach, where she been a homeowner for many years.
Raline's father owned the Dania Shoe Store at
Raline is a Dania Beach native.
Her mother was a nurse in the Army where she and her father met.
In 1947, after the war, her parents built the house on SE 15th Street where she grew up.
Raline spent her summers in Minnesota and winters in Dania Beach, where she been a homeowner for many years.
Raline's father owned the Dania Shoe Store at 35 N Federal Highway. When her brother
finished his service in the Marines, he returned to Dania, their father closed the shoe store and he and her brother opened H & S Auto Parts in the same address.
Raline is active in a variety of volunteer work since her teens and has participated on many
committees and boards and held offices.
The idea for DBHS was born in 2019, when a group of local history enthusiasts came together to discuss the need for a dedicated organization to preserve and share the history of our community.
Thanks to their vision and hard work, DBHS was officially reinstated 2022.
Special thanks goes to:
Former Commissioner of Dania Beach Lauren Odman
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The idea for DBHS was born in 2019, when a group of local history enthusiasts came together to discuss the need for a dedicated organization to preserve and share the history of our community.
Thanks to their vision and hard work, DBHS was officially reinstated 2022.
Special thanks goes to:
Former Commissioner of Dania Beach Lauren Odman
Emmanuel George
Linda Wilson
Joanna Granett
Kathy Kay
Laura Lombardo
Polly Jones-Moseley
Emmanuel Etienne
Joan Mickleson
Kathy Cerminara
Raline Paper
Daniel Ares
Deborah Settles
Special mention
Charles "Mac" McElyea
City of Dania Beach
Your support and contributions will enable us to meet our goals and fund our mission.
Donations will help fund the Dania Beach Historical Society education programs.
Dania Beach history will be preserved with your help.
The President and Directors of the Dania Beach Historical Society & Museum, Inc., sincerely thank you!