Are these buildings still around? See how Miami has changed through the years

This collection of stories captures the evolution of Miami's landscape, neighborhoods and landmarks over the decades. The bustling streets, clubs and hotels of South Florida reflect a city that your grandparents might not recognize today.

A luxury hotel on Brickell Key prepares for demolition, marking the end of an era as new condos and resorts rise.

Little Havana transformed from its early days with Cuban exiles bringing new cultural energy to the area.

Miami's nightclubs and sports stadiums have come and gone, painting a picture of a dynamic city always in motion.

See the photos and stories below.

NO. 1: REMEMBER WHEN SOUTH FLORIDA LOOKED LIKE THIS? SEE THE STREETS, CLUBS, HOTELS, STORES

There’s some history here. | Published October 19, 2024 | Read Full Story by Miami Herald Archives

NO. 2: SEE CELEBRITIES AND GO BEHIND THE SCENES AT THIS MIAMI LUXURY HOTEL THAT IS DISAPPEARING

Actors promoted their movies here. | Published December 24, 2024 | Read Full Story by Miami Herald Archives

NO. 3: LITTLE HAVANA USED TO LOOK LIKE THAT? SEE THE OLD PICTURES FROM THE 1960S, ’70S AND ’80S

The president had lunch there. | Published February 14, 2025 | Read Full Story by Miami Herald Archive

The summary above was drafted with the help of AI tools and edited by journalists in our News division. All stories listed were reported, written and edited by McClatchy journalists.