Author Sally Ling to present a live virtual lecture about Al Capone’s time in Miami for Keys History & Discovery Center on Wednesday, Feb. 10, 6-7 p.m.

Keys History & Discovery Center Presents Al Capone’s Miami

Author Explores Illegal Businesses and Nightlife

Keys History & Discovery Center Presents…Al Capone’s Miami: Paradise or Purgatory, a live virtual lecture on Wednesday, Feb. 10, 6-7 p.m., presented by Author and Journalist Sally J. Ling.

You’ve heard of Alphonse Gabriele “Al” Capone, also known as “Scarface,” who rose to become the undisputed king of the Chicago mob during the Prohibition era. You know he became one of America’s most infamous gangsters and earned the moniker Public Enemy Number One. But less is known about his time in Florida. Join Sally Ling as she shares tales of his time in South Florida, from his home in Miami Beach, where he spent time before and after his imprisonment in Alcatraz. Hear tales of his illegal businesses, how he enjoyed the rich Miami Beach nightlife, entertained the famous and infamous alike, was harassed by local residents and law enforcement, and was arrested several times. It is also here he eventually died.

The lecture is free for members and $5 for non-members. Register in advance by visiting www.keysdiscovery.com/lectures. This virtual program utilizes GoToWebinar. For more information on this platform, go to www.keysdiscovery.com/virtual-platforms.

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