Miami was born in June 1891 from the sale of a portion of Indian land, belonging to the Ottawa tribe, to a rancher who dreamed of building an empire here. The city took the name of a neighboring tribe, the Miami Indians (pronounced Maï-am-euh). After ranching and the arrival of the train in 1896 allowed the city to prosper rapidly, it was lead and zinc that ensured its wealth. In 1909, with the mining boom, the town became a thriving center of commerce, which the success of Route 66 greatly expanded less than 15 years later. In the 1940s, many industries moved to Miami. Nine Native American tribes are located in and around Miami: Quapaw, Wyandot, Modoc, Miami, Seneca-Cayuga, Ottawa, Eastern Shawnee, Peoria, and Shawnee. The Dobson Museum has several collections relating to the history of the city and region, including one devoted to Native Americans. The Coleman Theatre, opened in 1929, is the city's jewel. The Route 66 Vintage Iron Motorcycle Museum closed during the Covid-19 crisis. On your way, take a look at the sign of Waylan's Ku-Ku Burger, or when the Swiss cuckoo clock makes a place on the territory of Uncle Sam! Finally, Miami is actually the birthplace of the motel. Indeed, it is in this city that was installed the Riviera Courts Holiday Motel. Today disappeared, it is the grandfather of all the current motels. Built in 1937 and located 1 mile west of town, it was a real eye-catcher.

Weather at the moment

Loading...
Organize your trip with our partners Miami
Transportation
Accommodation & stays
Services / On site

Miami travel inspiration

Find unique Stay Offers with our Partners

Pictures and images Miami

There are currently no photos for this destination.

Send a reply