Country Club of Coral Gables

Material Information

Scope and Content:: Named the Coral Gables Golf and Country Club. The original clubhouse was designed by Hampton and Reimert and opened in 1923. It is considered to be the first public building in Coral Gables. The country club and the Granada Golf course were part of the original 1921 town plan designed by George Merrick, Frank Button, and Denman Fink. The facility met the need for recreation, relaxation, and played an important role as a place to entertain potential clients. A two-story addition was made in 1924. The six coral rock arches are the only portions of the original clubhouse that were saved after a devastating fire in 1983. The city refurbished the remaining 1973 additions to the club. Major additions to the building were made in 1984. The tower was reconstructed in 1996. Funding for the new tower was made possible through grants from the late Lady Susannah P. Tweed in loving memory of Carleton Tweed and the State of Florida. It was designated as part of the country club of Coral Gables Historic District in 1989. It is located at 997 North Greenway Drive, with the main entrance at 990 Alhambra Circle. The facility is now operated by the Liberty Entertainment Group.
General Note:: Audio from the Coral Gables Virtual Tour describing the history of the Country Club of Coral Gables.