Miami City Hall Stays Historic | Miami News

Miami City Hall is staying put — commissioners voted to keep the historic Art Deco landmark in Coconut Grove, originally built in the 1930s as Pan Am’s seaplane terminal and serving as City Hall since the 1950s. Advocates, including the granddaughter of its original builder, hailed its cultural and historical value as a symbol of Miami’s global identity. While most city functions move to a new complex, this iconic building will remain the site of City Commission meetings, reflecting a national trend to preserve heritage. Plans are underway to potentially house a museum dedicated to Miami’s history and Pan Am legacy within or near the site, with preservationists stressing that honoring the past doesn’t mean abandoning the future. The city remains open to public-private partnerships, provided they’re financially viable — with annual upkeep costing about $295,000, officials say it’s worth every penny for Miami’s enduring legacy. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f40ffa36ba15de95