Special Events for The Barnacle Historic State Park
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OLD TIME DANCE
Date: November 22, 6:00 PM
Description: Kick up your heels to traditional American music played by Mudhole Control while learning traditional American folk dance steps from Rae Newoman. Dances such as circles, squares, contras, and waltzes were all the rage in the 1800s, so come dance like it's 1891! Gates open at 6pm, live music and dancing from 6:30-10pm. No pets or alcohol please.
Fees: $10.00 - 10 years and older
Contact: (305) 442-6866
Participation Requirements
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OLD TIME DANCE
Date: January 24, 6:00 PM
Description: Kick up your heels to traditional American music played by Mudhole Control while learning traditional American folk dance steps from Rae Newoman. Dances such as circles, squares, contras, and waltzes were all the rage in the 1800s, so come dance like it's 1891! Gates open at 6pm, live music and dancing from 6:30-10pm. No pets or alcohol please.
Fees: $10.00 - 10 years and older
Contact: (305) 442-6866
Participation Requirements
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STARLIGHT MOVIE CLASSICS - CASABLANCA
Date: November 29, 6:00 PM
Description: Watch an American classic movie on the lawn of The Barnacle while feasting on your own picnic with friends and family. This semi-annual event is for Barnacle Society members only. Gates open at 6pm, movie starts at 7 pm. No entry after 7:15 pm. No pets. To learn how to become a member, please call (305) 442-6866.
Fees: Free to Barnacle Society Members
Contact: (305) 442-6866
Participation Requirements
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BARNACLE UNDER MOONLIGHT - MIAMI'S TOP BRASS
Date: December 2, 6:00 PM
Description: Bring a blanket, bring a picnic, bring your friends and family and join us on the lawn of The Barnacle for a holiday concert as the full moon lights up the skies of South Florida. Gates open at 6pm, music from 7-9pm. No Pets; No Alcohol.
Fees: Over age 10 $7; ages 6-9 $3; under 6 are free
Contact: (305) 442-6866
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BARNACLE UNDER MOONLIGHT - DEBLOIS MILLEDGE
Date: January 30, 6:00 PM
Description: Bring a blanket, bring a picnic, bring your friends and family and join us on the lawn of The Barnacle for a full moon concert as the blue moon lights up the skies of South Florida. Featured is Deblois Milledge, an eclectic performer mixing folk, blues, jazz, rock and roll, and more to create her unique sound. Gates open at 6pm, music from 7-9pm. No Pets; No Alcohol.
Fees: Over age 10 $7; ages 6-9 $3; under 6 are free
Contact: (305) 442-6866
Participation Requirements
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WASHINGTON'S BIRTHDAY REGATTA
Date: February 27, Race begins at 12:00 PM
Description: Follow in the footsteps of Commodore Ralph Munroe, yacht designer, Coconut Grove pioneer, and founder of Biscayne Bay Yacht Club. The Washington’s Birthday Regatta originated at Munroe's new boathouse in 1887.
This fun race is open to vessels of traditional design regardless of construction: mud hens, sea pearls, bullseyes, sharpies, Bahama dinghies, cat boats, gaff-rigs, etc.
There will be a Skipper's Meeting at 10:30 AM. The race will begin at noon, rain or shine.
Fees: Boat entry fee for participants. Park admission.
Contact: (305) 442-6896
Participation Requirements
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BARNACLE UNDER MOONLIGHT - ALHAMBRA ORCHESTRA
Date: February 28, 6:00 PM
Description: Bring a blanket, bring a picnic, bring your friends and family and join us on the lawn of The Barnacle for a Moonlight Pops concert. This is the highly anticipated appearance of The Alhambra Orchestra. Gates open at 6pm, music from 7-9pm. Attendance is limited to the first 800 people, arrive early to be sure of admission. No Pets.
Fees: Over age 5 - $10; 5 and under are free.
Contact: (305) 442-6866
Participation Requirements
The Barnacle Historic State Park Ranger Programs
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GUIDED TOURS OF THE BARNACLE
Year-round, Fri.-Mon.; 10, 11:30, 1, 2:30
Situated on the shore of Biscayne Bay, The Barnacle Historic State Park features one of the oldest homes in Miami-Dade County in its original location. Home to pioneer boat designer Ralph Middleton Munroe, The Barnacle and surrounding grounds offer visitors a rare glimpse at a bygone era. Group tours available Wednesday and Thursday by advance reservation. The park is closed on Tuesday. Park entrance fee.
Participation Requirements
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YOGA BY THE SEA
Wednesdays, 6 - 7:30 PM
Yoga will be on Tuesday, 11/24 so that participants and staff may spend Wednesday evening with friends and family on Thanksgiving preparations.
Enjoy a mid-week restorative yoga practice in the Real Florida, in the heart of the Grove. This class is for all levels and will be held on the grassy front lawn of The Barnacle overlooking Biscayne Bay (in case of rain, class will meet in the Micco Pavilion). Bring a mat, blocks, and a strap.
There is minimal parking inside the park, so car pool if possible and arrive prior to 6 p.m. to ensure that the class begins promptly. Enjoy the peace and tranquility that The Barnacle offers for Yoga by the Sea.
Classes are $13 each which includes park entrance fee.
Participation Requirements
Call (305) 442-6866 for more details.
