Take a walking tour with Howard Brayer! He's likable, informed, a treat to learn from and you'll…read moreget a lot of nachas to see how so many Jews played a part in developing today's gorgeous Miami Beach! Am Yisrael Jai! Take the tour! Thanks Howard! PS There is a gift shop too! PPS A guard checks everyone's belongings through a detector- glad to see that too. A+++

I had wanted to visit this museum for some time. The day I went they had an architectural talk. I…read morefigured I'd do both. To my surprise there was a 2nd talk about Jewish settlers in South Beach. Both were very interesting. I really liked the museum as well, lots of interesting items on display. The building is an old synagogue. They also had an art display. Saturdays it's free and it's a great location for a walk afterwards.

In 1910 Carl Fisher began to transform Miami Beach into a world class resort destination. The Miami…read moreBeach Improvement Company was founded in 1916 by John Collins and it platted the Oceanfront Subdivision and named the area Miami Beach. In the 1920's during Florida's land boom years, many hotels and mansions were built. The 1930's and 40's were the height of the Art Deco design movement inspired by Paris and many of the hotels were built in this style. By the 1970's Miami Beach was run down by neglect and salt water damage. Things were so bad that the movie Scarface used South Beach as a stand in for a drug infested ghetto neighborhood. Barbara Baer Capitman and a group of activists banded together to preserve the Art Deco buildings of South Beach. Capitman founded the Miami Design Preservation League in 1976 with Leonard Horowitz which started a movement to place one square mile of South Beach on the National Register of Historic Places. Their efforts enabled 800 of the historic Art Deco buildings to be saved. In the late 1980's South Beach had a resurgence. Models and the fashion industry moved in. An area that once had people thinking twice about driving through became home to the wealthy. Today it is walking friendly and generally low crime. As a component of trying to save the Art Deco gems in the 1970's, the Miami Design Preservation League founded Art Deco Week in 1978 to bring attention to saving this area. The event transitioned into an annual free weekend festival celebrating the district's history, arts, and iconic style. Today it is the Preservation League's largest educational outreach program for the city's famous landscape. Although I have visited this area many times, this was my first time attending the festival. My favorite part was being able to walk up and down Ocean Drive since it was closed off to traffic for this weekend. Many of the restaurants extended their normal sidewalk dining into the street creating elaborate outdoor dining areas. In addition to dining specials offered by area restaurants this event also has a car show, artisan market, Jazz Age Stage with live music and dancing, VIP Opening Night Soiree, lectures, and residential and Ocean Drive architectural tours for $40. You can also visit the Miami Preservation League's Welcome Center and Museum. There are fun photo opportunities set up in Lumus park opposite the Versace mansion. Parking in South Beach is always a challenge but as a fan of both history and architecture this festival was right up my alley.

It's a nice way to spend an hour or two. This year the weather couldn't be any better…read more Art Deco Fest start at like 5th street and goes all the way to 12/13th. Lots of food and drink options Making Ocean Drive pedestal not is a brilliant way to appreciate the architecture of the art deco buildings. My kids really liked the car show and arguing about which car was the nicest. I wish there was more interactive activities for the kids and adults that give the everyone a greater appreciation for Art Deco. It has gotten a little too much about the vendors and not enough about the art

The Miami Springs Historical Society, founded in 1986, runs a small, free museum in Charles B. A…read moreStafford Park. It is open on Saturdays from 12-4 PM. When I arrived the door was locked and I thought they were closed but if you knock they will let you in. Maria, a member of the historical society was volunteering her time and she could not have been nicer showing me around and answering questions. She told me that the museum collection was curated by one gentleman who donated it to the historical society. The City of Miami Springs donated the building. Without dedicated people like these so much history would be lost and I am grateful that they donate their time and effort to keep history alive. The purpose of the museum is preserve the city's heritage along with that of neighboring cities. Miami Springs, Hialeah, and Opa-locka were founded by famed aviator Glenn Curtiss who was a contemporary of the Wright brothers. Curtiss started his career building and racing motorcycles. From there he moved into building airships racking up many flying firsts along the way. His innovation in planes helped the military in the run up to WWI. His planes were also used during WWII. His accomplishments and inventions are too many to list. He was considered the Henry Ford of the aviation world. Curtiss moved to Miami in the 1920's where he founded 18 corporations and developed Miami Springs in the Pueblo Revival architectural style. He passed away at the young age of 52 from complications from appendicitis surgery in 1930 but he left his presence all over this area. Some of the displays are about his development company. In a side room there is an interesting 10 minute movie about Fair Havens and Dr. John Harvey Kellogg of the cereal fame. The building was originally the opulent Hotel Country Club and the Battle Creek built in 1926 by Glenn Curtiss in the Pueblo Revival style to give prospective home purchasers a place to stay. In 1929, during the economic downturn, Curtiss sold the hotel to his friend, health, and wellness expert Dr. John Harvey Kellogg for the sum of $10. Dr. Kellogg lived and worked out of the Miami Battle Creek Sanitarium for many years where he treated patients, developed new soy-based food products, wrote, and raised his large adopted family. Kellogg was ahead of his time with his ideas on health and wellness. He lived well into his nineties. The room the is set up to look as it would have during Kellogg's time. Today the building is an elderly residents home. Many of the other displays are about Pan Am and Dinner Key. Dinner Key was used as a base of operations for the U.S. Navy, Pan American World Airways, and the U.S. Coast Guard. In 1917 the first continental naval air station in the country was created. During WWI Dinner Key was used as a Naval Air Base. In 1930, Pan American World Airways built a large terminal and hangers for flying boat service to Latin America. The City of Miami purchased Dinner Key in 1946 and one of the Pan American hangers was turned into the Dinner Key Auditorium. Fun fact, this is where Jim Morrison of the Doors was arrested in 1969 for indecent exposure at a concert for 10,000 people. He was convicted but died in Paris before he could be made to serve his sentence. Today Dinner Key is the site of the Miami City Hall that was created from the Pan American terminal in 1954. Three of the four Pan American hangars are used for boat storage and Dinner Key is now a marina. Anther display is about the Hialeah Park flamingoes. Considering that this is a small space, there is a lot to look at if you take your time. The flight attendant outfits for Pan Am through the years is a fun display from a fashion perspective. Thank you Maria for sharing your time with me. Although the museum does not charge a fee they accept donations and they have a small gift shop. If you too like history and are in the area on a Saturday afternoon, I highly recommend you stop by.

Located at the mana convention center during art Basel 2025, this busy gallery was much improved…read moreover last years! There was ample art. A lot of people and slightly narrow lanes. I also saw concessions like coffee and drinks throughout. People come in a wide range of styles here, and I think they're something for everyone. It's located in wynnwood which is known for their street art. Plenty of walkable spots nearby, but you might want to ride share in as parking is not the most friendly.

This was my second year visiting this establishment during Art Basel and it never ceases to amaze…read moreme. I enjoyed the layout of the venue as it offered several beverage stations throughout, and had a centralized snacking area. There were some really great artists featured this year, and they all displayed excitement to have their artwork viewed and to speak to patrons. Looking forward to another year soon!

Love this place!! My son and I have been going there since he was a baby! Awesome place to see…read moreairplanes and historic airplanes!

Took my father to this museum. It offers a highly educational experience, showcasing a remarkable…read morecollection of aircrafts and history. This is perfect for families with kids or anyone who loves airplanes and aircraft vintage. The gift shop, which features unique aviation themed items, airplanes hanging from the ceiling, a book area and even toy airplanes for sale. The museum is small and you can be done in like 30 minutes. They have one of the last F-14 Tomcat and is in good shape. The website says $10 for admission but in the entrance they charge me $15. They need to update their prices. My dad had a great time. Also, on your drive out check out the Bay of Pigs memorial. That was neat.

Everyone who is anyone has surely seen this epic Midtown institution? Beautiful blue and white…read moretiles flashing in the Miami sunshine, right? This is the former Bacardi building and is now listed as a National Historical place. It is now the young arts building, and they are supposedly not going to mess with the historical element of it. I came today to look at its offerings and being a history buff I always want to see stuff like this. There are two buildings - one is the blue and white tiled one which is actually called the blue and white building (apt! ) and the other one behind it that is called the jewel box (for obvious reasons). Worthy of a look!

I have been hosting community, professional development movement classes at The Jewel Box and I…read morecould not have had a better experience. Aside from the fact that the space is beautiful, the Marley is perfectly placed and the space is always clean; The security guards in the parking lot are the nicest most helpful security guards I have ever encountered. The YoungArts Staff have been by far the most professional and easy staff to work with. All my requests have been met and I have had zero problems in the last 4 months working with this amazing and generous team. It is a pleasure to be in this space that holds such a positive ambiance.

Phenomenal experience Re-visiting one of the first museums I went to when I was a kid! I still…read moreremember that elementary school field trip & the magic it brought me! I think Museum Miami was where I fell in love with South Florida!!! It showed me soooo much beauty that was & IS in my own backyard! Going back decades later & I can still feel the same magic & joy!!!! Can't wait to return!

The Museum of Miami, formerly History Miami Museum is a special place for visitors…read more The museum displays great special exhibits and events as well as permanent collections, with 40,000 artifacts. The museum was one of eight in the United States selected to showcase the Freedom Plane National Tour of historic documents including a draft of the Constitution, the Treaty of Paris and the Articles of Association. The exhibit is on through July 5, 2026 in celebration of the nation's 250th birthday. Parking in the cultural center garage is validated for a reduced rate of five dollars.

We were introduced to this gallery a few years ago, and have watched them grow- from a gallery…read morespace standpoint, and from an artist standpoint. Their current space on Miracle Mile is impressive! It is situated right in the heart of Coral Gables, and has LOTS of viewing space for the various exhibitions they hold. What is even more impressive is the quality of artists they represent- from some of the most established Cuban artists (Bedia, et al), to some of the hottest emerging hyper-realist artists (Mederos, et al). The hospitality throughout the gallery is unmatched. From insight on the art & artists, to behind the scenes viewings of works in progress (including some amazing works from artist Conde himself!), you are made to feel at home at Conde Contemporary! So whether you are a high-end collector looking for some of the hottest emerging & established artists, or are thinking of purchasing your first piece of art (believe me- they have artwork for EVERY budget), I highly recommend a trip to Conde Contemporary!

If you're strolling on Miracle Mile pay a visit to this very friendly art gallery…read more Angel is a knowledgeable host and will entertain you with stories of his parents artistic accomplishments. There is always something new to see especially during the first Friday Coral Gables art stroll.