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Tamarac, Florida

Located in Broward County, Florida, Tamarac was established in 1963. Originally developed as a retirement community. Named for the tamarack tree.
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Founded 1963 | Population 72,000 | Peak 72,000 (2024) | County Broward County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Tamarac, Florida

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1890 Higher Education: Educational institutions helped define Tamarac's character and economy.
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1942 Military Presence: Military installations became a major part of Tamarac's identity and economy.
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1963 Planned Community: Retirement community.
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2010 Modern Era: Tamarac continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1890 Culture
Higher Education
1942 Government
Military Presence
1963 Business
Planned Community
2010 Culture
Modern Era

Did You Know?

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Originally developed as a retirement community.
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Named for the tamarack tree.
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Now a diverse, multigenerational Broward County community.
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Tamarac was founded in 1963.
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Tamarac has a population of approximately 72,000.

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