Have you ever heard of a city named after a land manager? Kendall, Florida, nestled within the bustling Miami metropolitan area, bears the name of Henry John Broughton Kendall. He oversaw vast tracts of land here in the late 19th century for the Florida Land and Mortgage Company. They had purchased a hefty chunk of what is now Kendall from the State of Florida in 1883. Imagine Kendall back then, a sprawling expanse of farmland, a world away from the bustling suburb it is today. The name stuck, even though Kendall himself might have been a bit of an enigma. Records suggest he spent much of his time in New York and London, managing banking affairs. But his impact on Kendall is undeniable. The arrival of Henry Flagler’s Florida East Coast Railway in 1903 truly ignited Kendall’s growth. Suddenly, the once-isolated farmland found itself connected to the burgeoning city of Miami and the world beyond. The railway carried not just goods, but dreams – dreams of new beginnings and a brighter future, transforming Kendall forever. Today, Kendall stands as a testament to that transformation. It’s a vibrant blend of suburban tranquility and urban convenience, a testament to the enduring legacy of a man who might have only been a land manager but whose name became synonymous with a thriving community.
Alice C Wainwright Park
What a view! It takes your breath away, doesn’t it? Alice C. Wainwright Park spreads out before you, a vibrant