In Community: Panel Discussion—The Changing Landscape of South Dade

@ Join us in Homestead for an engaging conversation surrounding the past, present, and future of South Dade’s agricultural landscape! Explore the rich and evolving history of South Dade through the lens of its agricultural roots. This program will delve into the transformation of the Homestead and Redland areas—regions long defined by their fertile land, migrant labor, and deep ties to farming communities. From early homesteaders and generational farms to the impacts of urban development and environmental change, we’ll examine how agriculture has shaped the identity, economy, and culture of the region. Join us for an engaging conversation featuring historians, photographers, and community advocates who offer personal and professional insights into the past, present, and future of South Dade’s agricultural landscape. This program will take place at Miami Dade College — Homestead Campus, located at 500 College Terrace, Homestead, Florida 33030 on the 4th Floor of Building C. Seating is first-come, first-served. Please plan to arrive early to ensure preferred seating. Presented in conjunction with the exhibition Belonging in Transit, on view at HistoryMiami. Ticket includes complimentary pass to HistoryMiami Museum. Free with Registration Register Share our flyer! Presented in collaboration with Miami Dade College (MDC) Homestead Campus and Miami-Dade County Department of Regulatory & Economic Resources, Office of Historic Preservation. This program will take place at Miami Dade College — Homestead Campus on the 4th Floor of Building C. Our museum staff will be waiting for you by the elevator bay on the 4th floor for participant check-in. Program Schedule: 7:00 pm Doors Open Light Refreshments available 7:30 pm Panel Discussion 8:15 pm Audience Q&A 8:30 pm Panel Discussion Ends Please note program schedule is subject to change. Featured Speakers: Claudia Gonzalez Community Activist Claudia Gonzalez was born to a Guatemalan father and a Salvadoran mother and moved to the United States as a child. After her arrival, she picked crops and worked in nurseries within the Homestead area; and has since gained extensive experience spanning both healthcare and broadcast media. Within the healthcare field, Claudia has gained experience as a medical assistant and as a marketing specialist working in various clinics. Claudia has worked for one of the largest Hispanic media outlets where she was involved in production. In this role, she informed the public about hardships surrounding the community. In 2009, Claudia began volunteering with Farmworker Association of Florida (FWAF) and was hired full-time shortly thereafter.  Claudia Gonzalez has been recognized numerous times for her work within the community, including with her selection to the Nacional Advisory Council on Migrant Health Committee, the 2017 National Association of Community Health Center Outstanding Migrant Health Center Board Member Award, the Community Campion ...