Cast Yourself In America’s Arabian Nights City
About the Opa-locka Preservation Association
Founded in 2022, the Opa-locka Preservation Association (OPA) is committed to preserving, protecting, and celebrating the historic and environmental character of Opa-locka, a uniquely storied city in Miami-Dade County incorporated in 1926. Comprised largely of local homeowners and residents, OPA works to uplift and beautify both public and private spaces throughout the community. Through its efforts, the organization also fosters awareness and appreciation of Opa-locka’s rich 100-year history.
A Destination City Built by an American Aviation Pioneer, Inspired by the Orient
Opa-locka Heritage Trail
The 15-station outdoor trail is the city’s first-ever permanent historical experience that’s open to the public 24/7. Located in the historic downtown district, the Opa-locka Heritage Trail tells the founding history of the city, including the people, industries, and ideas that made it one of the most exciting places to be during the mid-to-late 1920s.
The Trail begins at the historic fire and police station, located at 151 N. Perviz Avenue, Opa-locka, FL 33054, and continues south on Perviz Avenue until Ali Baba Avenue, and then goes north on Opa-locka Boulevard finishing behind historic city hall.
Funded by non-profit Ten North Group, this was a partnership between the City of Opa-locka and the Opa-locka Preservation Association.
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Guided Tours
Experience historic Opa-locka on foot or bicycle with our free guided tours from a local! Learn about the founding history of the 1926 community inspired by the “Arabian Nights” novels.
MENA Fest Opa-locka
Thank you to the Opa-locka community and greater public for attending our successful, first-annual MENA Fest Opa-locka, a day-long village showcase celebrating the rich heritage of our city and our unique Middle Eastern and North African (MENA) historic architecture.
The inaugural event that took place April 13, 2024 was co-produced by the Opa-locka Preservation Association, the City of Opa-locka, and Ten North Group, MENA Fest Opa-locka featured authentic MENA cuisine, dance and music entertainment, workshops, and vendors.
The 2nd annual MENA Fest Opa-locka will return Spring 2026.
Support Preservation Permanence
Opa-locka Preservation Association, its web domain www.discoveropalocka.org, and social presence exist with the primary mission to preserve the full history of the city of Opa-locka, which includes archival work, digital campaign strategy, and planned projects for historic residences in the community. 100% of your contribution will go to sustaining these efforts.
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