Coral Gables Section in Miami-Dade County, Florida — The American South (South Atlantic)
City of Coral Gables
Photographed By Tim Fillmon, September 10, 2018
1. City of Coral Gables Marker
Originated in 1898 as the Plantation
of Reverend S.G. Merrick
Founded and building begun by George E. Merrick
November 1921
Erected 1937 by Coral Gables Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Settlements & Settlers. In addition, it is included in the Daughters of the American Revolution series list. A significant historical date for this entry is April 29, 1925.
Location. 25° 44.998′ N, 80° 15.301′ W. Marker is in Coral Gables, Florida, in Miami-Dade County. It is in the Coral Gables Section. Marker is at the intersection of Miracle Mile and Merrick Way, on the right when traveling west on Miracle Mile. Located in front of Denny's (2018). Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1 Miracle Mile, Miami FL 33134, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Police and Fire Station (approx. 0.4 miles away); Coral Gables Miracle Mile (approx. 0.4 miles away); George Edgar Merrick (approx. half a mile away); George E. Merrick (approx. half a mile away); Coral Gables Woman's Club (approx. 0.8 miles away); U of M Opened Here (approx.
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Photographed By Tim Fillmon, September 10, 2018
2. City of Coral Gables Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on February 3, 2023. It was originally submitted on December 16, 2018, by Tim Fillmon of Webster, Florida. This page has been viewed 204 times since then and 14 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on December 16, 2018, by Tim Fillmon of Webster, Florida. • Bernard Fisher was the editor who published this page.
