A WLRN Original Production
It was early 1930’s. Miami was still a young city, and a surprising community was starting to spring up in the most unlikely of places, the middle of Biscayne Bay. Bait shops. Speakeasies. Gambling halls. Homes. Back then it was known as “The Shacks”, but today we call it Stiltsville. At its height, there were 27 homes here. Today only 7 structures remain, each with its own name, personality, and history.
Meet the Stiltsville historians, caretakers, and families on this journey of intrigue, triumphs, and modern day struggles. Hear stories as we visit the last seven homes, still standing against all odds, including man and nature. Watch as we uncover a Miami community of the past trying desperately to preserve its future for future generations on the flats.
Debra Hall-Greene has worked in the television industry for over 20 years as a writer, producer, voice over talent, and program host. As a special projects producer for WLRN Debra has worked on the highly acclaimed original series ArtStreet where she has covered a wide range of topics including Costuming at Disney World, finding homes for foster children through compelling photography, and dance expressions, just to name a few.
Debra was nominated for an Emmy Award in 2009 for her work on the Public Television series Hall Pass, which teaches anti-bullying strategies and other life skills for teens. She has also won several Bronze and Platinum Telly and Aurora Awards. Her Public Service Announcements have raised awareness about the importance of mentoring, joining after school clubs, and developing character for young adults.
Debra’s work on Stiltsville: Generations on the Flats has been hailed by Miami Historian Paul George as the most comprehensive documentation of Stiltsville on video to date.