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Julia Tuttle

Founder of Miami City (1849-1898) · United States · On the map · Business Professionals · Died at 49

Julia DeForest Tuttle was an American businesswoman who owned the property upon which Miami, Florida, was built. For her boosterism, she's called the "Mother of Miami." She is the only woman to have founded what would become a major American city.

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A typical day, 30 days to 15 August 2026

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Florida Women's Hall of Fame1984

About this person

Country
United States
Category
Business Professionals
Type
Business Professional
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1849 to 1898 · aged 49