Born into one of Coconut Grove’s founding families, Munroe spent a lifetime sailing Biscayne Bay, exploring the natural world and carrying forward the legacy of his grandfather, Commodore Ralph Munroe.
Tag: Coconut Grove History
The Lingering Shadow of Old Smokey in Coconut Grove
The trash incinerator’s smokestack was demolished in 1974, but Old Smokey continues to cast a shadow over the lives of Grove residents who grew up near the City of Miami solid waste facility.
A Neighborhood Celebrates a New Community Pool
After years of delay and a tense standoff over the design and depth of the pool, West Grove residents will celebrate the opening of a new $13.2 million aquatic facility on Saturday, named for the late educator and community leader Verneka Sturrup Silva.
A Commission Recap: Parks, Preservation, and The Hangar
The City Commission approved a $200,000 grant to support the restoration of the historic Ace Theater, allocated $13 million for park improvements and affordable housing in District 2, and granted The Hangar a waiver to host more events in 2026.
The Long Sad History of the Mariah Brown House
The historic house on Charles Avenue in Coconut Grove has fallen into disrepair once again, after an earlier effort to restore the structure stalled.
Remembering Thelma Gibson
A strong advocate for community health care and housing, Gibson leaves a lasting legacy in Coconut Grove, where she was born in December 1926.
Coconut Grove, After Dark
After the Grove’s dinner crowds head home for bed, the neighborhood takes on its hidden persona. The streets come alive with college kids ready to drink off another week of classes, especially on Thirsty Thursdays, the rowdy tradition decades strong.
Coconut Grove’s Oldest Black Church Marks a Milestone
Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church is celebrating 130 years of service to the community this month. The celebration concludes with a closing service on Sunday October 26 at 11 a.m. featuring the Florida Memorial University choral group.
Swallowed Whole: The Short Life and Sudden Death of the Town of Coconut Grove
One hundred years ago this month, the Grove’s brief run at self-rule came to a sudden end after just six years, leaving residents once again under the thumb of a much larger City of Miami.
Don’t Tread on Me: Coconut Grove’s Century of Rebellion
Part of the City of Miami since 1925 when it was abruptly annexed, Coconut Grove has long dreamed — and schemed — of finding a path back to independence.
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