Bootcamp in Paradise: World War II in Miami Beach

Opening on Veterans Day, Boot Camp in Paradise: World War II in Miami Beach brings to life Miami Beach's pivotal role in World War II with a free outdoor exhibition in Lummus Park. Running from November 11, 2024, through January 31, 2025, this curated collection features 30 state-of-the-art panels displaying photographs and printed materials from 1942 to 1945, when Miami Beach served as a training ground for over 600,000 U.S. troops preparing for combat. Presented by the Office of the Mayor and City Commission in collaboration with the Wolfsonian-FIU and supported by the Miami Beach Visitors and Convention Authority, this exhibit offers a unique glimpse into Miami Beach’s wartime role. The exhibit will be displayed in a space called Galería Ocean Drive, located between 11th and 12th streets in Lummus Park.