Fort Lauderdale in Broward County, Florida — The American South (South Atlantic)
Hoch Heritage Center
Photographed By Tim Fillmon, April 20, 2021
1. Hoch Heritage Center Marker
Inscription.
Hoch Heritage Center. . This building was originally constructed as a post office annex warehouse in 1949. Later it was used by the City of Fort Lauderdale for offices of the City Planning Department. In 1978, the Fort Lauderdale Historical Society converted it into the Fort Lauderdale Museum of History. It now houses the collections and research department of the Society. Following extensive renovations from 2003-2004, the building was renamed Hoch Heritage Center in honor of Dr. Clifford Hoch, a loyal and generous trustee who loved the city and wanted to preserve its heritage for future generations.
This building was originally constructed as a post office annex warehouse in 1949. Later it was used by the City of Fort Lauderdale for offices of the City Planning Department. In 1978, the Fort Lauderdale Historical Society converted it into the Fort Lauderdale Museum of History. It now houses the collections and research department of the Society. Following extensive renovations from 2003-2004, the building was renamed Hoch Heritage Center in honor of Dr. Clifford Hoch, a loyal and generous trustee who loved the city and wanted to preserve its heritage for future generations.
Erected by The Fort Lauderdale Historical Society.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Communications • Government & Politics. In addition, it is included in the Postal Mail and Philately series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1949.
Location. 26° 7.199′ N, 80° 8.744′ W. Marker is in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, in Broward County. Marker is on Southwest 2nd Avenue, 0.1 miles south of Southwest 2nd Street, on the right when traveling south. The museum is part of the Fort Lauderdale History Center. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 219 Southwest 2nd Avenue, Fort Lauderdale FL 33301, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this
Credits. This page was last revised on July 15, 2021. It was originally submitted on April 27, 2021, by Tim Fillmon of Webster, Florida. This page has been viewed 326 times since then and 60 times this year. Photos:1, 2. submitted on April 27, 2021, by Tim Fillmon of Webster, Florida.
