Today’s spot of the day is the beautiful city of Miramar in South Florida. The area totals roughly 31.3 sq mi, 1.8 of which is comprised of water.

Here’s a quick look at the city as a whole. 

Landmarks

If you’re going to visit Miramar, be sure to stop in at least one of these fun places. 

• The Miramar Cultural Center and ArtsPark celebrates diversity and creativity.
• The Miramar Branch Library Education Center. It has over 80,000 different pieces of media, including video games. Also on site are a 100-seat multi-purpose room, group study room, conference room, tutoring rooms, and over 50 public computers.
• The Miramar Regional Park Amphitheater showcases live concert performances and outdoor entertainment at an open-air venue that seats 5,000 people.

History

• Miramar was founded by A.L. Mailman as a “bedroom community” for Miami and Fort Lauderdale.
• It was incorporated on May 26, 1955, with an original founding population of fewer than 200 people.
• Miramar was named after an area in Havana, Cuba, where the A.L. Mailman owned a summer home.
• The first mayor Robert Gordon and the city council were sworn in on June 20, 1955.

Notable Residents

Here are some of Miramar’s most notable residents: 

• Johnny Depp, Actor
• Jason Derulo, Singer
• Wayne Cochran, Singer
• Alcee Hastings, U.S. Representative
• Daniel Braverman, NFL Football Player
• Wayne Messam, Presidential Candidate
• Lionel Brown, Professional Soccer Player
• Jon Beason, NFL Football Player
• David E. Canter, Sports Agent
• Larry Gordon, NFL Football Player