Florida in the 1920s: Boom, Bust, and Beyond

This course explores the transformative decade of the 1920s in Florida, a period marked by unprecedented growth and dramatic collapse. You will examine the factors behind the massive land boom, the influence of Prohibition on the coastline, and the development of iconic Mediterranean Revival architecture. The curriculum also covers the devastating hurricanes of 1926 and 1928, which signaled the end of prosperity and set the stage for the Great Depression. Participants will gain a clear understanding of the social, economic, and environmental shifts that defined this era in state history.