Annual Preservation Awards

Every April at the Annual Meeting of our membership, Dade Heritage Trust honors individuals, organizations, and businesses who have contributed to historic preservation efforts in our community.

The 2024 Preservation Awards honorees include:

Arva Award for Preservation Excellence: Jeff Ransom

Jeff Ransom, the Chief Archaeologist at the Miami-Dade County Office of Historic Preservation, received the Arva Award for Preservation Excellence. With a master’s degree in Archaeology and Heritage from the University of Leicester, UK,

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Dolly MacIntyre Resiliency Award: Miami Pioneers and Natives of Dade

Represented by Rob and Robin Burr and Marlene Carlin, the Miami Pioneers and Natives of Dade were honored with the Dolly MacIntyre Resiliency Award. Originating in 1936 as Miami’s first historical society,

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Restoration of their 1923 H. George Fink-designed home: Alex and Marta Silva

Alex and Marta Silva were recognized for their exceptional restoration of 1043 North Greenway Drive, a 1923 H. George Fink-designed home in Coral Gables. Upon purchasing the property in November 2021, the Silvas embarked on a meticulous restoration journey,

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Preservation Advocacy and Education: Arch Creek Trust

The Arch Creek Trust was recognized for its unwavering commitment to preservation advocacy and education. Dedicated to protecting and enhancing historic Arch Creek Park and its natural environment, the trust has played a vital role in safeguarding the park's rich history.

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Restoration of La Palma Building: Torre Construction

Torre Construction was celebrated for its meticulous restoration of the historic La Palma building in Coral Gables. Originally built in 1924 as the Cla-Reina hotel, this architectural gem underwent extensive restoration efforts to retain its Mediterranean Revival style while meeting modern requirements.

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Preservation Education: Seth Bramson

Seth Bramson's lifelong dedication to preserving South Florida's history earned him recognition for preservation education. Over six decades, Seth has amassed a remarkable collection of memorabilia and historic artifacts,

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Environmental Preservation and Celebration: Friends of Biscayne Bay

The Friends of Biscayne Bay were honored for their tireless efforts in environmental preservation and celebration, especially in commemorating the 50th Anniversary of the Biscayne Bay Aquatic Preserves. For two decades, the organization has been a steadfast advocate for the health and prosperity of Biscayne Bay,

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Restoration of Citizens Bank Building: R.J. Heisenbottle Architects

R.J. Heisenbottle Architects was commended for its exemplary restoration of the Citizens Bank Building in Downtown Miami's Omni neighborhood. Built in 1925, this historic structure had fallen into disrepair before undergoing extensive restoration efforts.

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Historic Homestead Town Hall Museum for Preservation Education and Advocacy

The Historic Homestead Town Hall Museum was honored for its preservation and advocacy efforts. Born from the near demolition of its building in 1980, it now safeguards Homestead's legacy. Originally serving as municipal offices and a meeting space from 1917 to 1975,

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Stambul Construction for Julia & Henry’s

Stambul Construction garnered praise for its remarkable adaptive re-use of the 1936 Walgreens Building at 200 East Flagler Street in downtown Miami. This Streamline Moderne Art Deco gem, under the ownership of Daniel Peña Giraldi,

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Plusurbia for Grove Park Federal Historic Designation

The Plusurbia team was honored for its work in garnering Federal Historic Designation for Miami’s Grove Park Neighborhood. With knowledge that the City of Miami’s former historic preservation officers believed that the Grove Park neighborhood,

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Patrizia Bonaduce for Miami Shores Historic Preservation, Education and Advocacy

Patrizia Bonaduce was recognized for her preservation work in the village of Miami Shores. She has become a guardian of the Village’s history, a beacon of preservation, and a catalyst for community pride. As Chair of the Miami Shores Historic Preservation Board,

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Friends of the Commodore Trail for Community and Preservation Advocacy

The Friends of The Commodore Trail, a group of Coconut Grove and Coral Gables neighbors, were honored for working together to create a world-class urban trail through the oldest neighborhoods on Miami’s waterfront.

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Shawn Beightol for Preservation Advocacy and Education

Shawn Beightol was honored with a Preservation Award for his decade-long dedication to researching, preserving, and sharing Miami's history. He ensures future generations understand the vibrant past of the Miami River and surrounding areas.

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Coconut Grove Crisis Food Pantry for Community Advocacy in Little Bahamas

The Coconut Grove Crisis Food Pantry, Inc. was acknowledged for its unwavering commitment to serving the community. Established in 1984 at the historic Christ Episcopal Church in Village West Coconut Grove,

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T & G Contractors for Christ Fellowship Church Restoration

Christ Fellowship Church received recognition for their collaborative effort in meticulously restoring and preserving their historic Downtown Miami church. The dedicated team included expertise from T&G Constructors,

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Angel Sosa for ownership of Historic Gulf Gas Station on Coral Way

Angel Sosa was honored for his family's stewardship of an historic gas station located at the southwest corner of Coral Way and SW 17 Avenue in Miami's Silverbluff neighborhood. The gas station, originally named the Southland Super Service Station,

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Click here to view the 2023 Annual Preservation Awardees