In celebration of the City of Miami’s 125th birthday, we invite you to explore highlights from the museum’s vast collection of artifacts and archival materials. Over the decades, the museum has collaborated with the community to collect, preserve, and share local history, in particular objects that document the uniqueness of our city. It’s a Miami […]
Miami International Airport: A Hub for History
HistoryMiami Museum and Airport Fine Arts & Cultural Affairs are pleased to announce the opening of the new exhibition at the Hall of Aviation in Miami International Airport (MIA). In celebration of MIA’s 90th anniversary, this new exhibition will highlight important milestones in the history of the airport though photos, artifacts, and video. The Hall […]
WHITMAN FAMILY GALLERY
This gallery tells the story of over 100 years of a pioneering Miami Beach family whose influence is still prominent throughout the city of Miami. the Whitman family’s accomplishments range from innovations in the fields of marine recreation and horticulture to commercial real estate ventures such as “The Whitman” Art Deco hotel in 1935 and […]
Folklife Gallery
Learn about our cultural diversity and the traditions that connect us to our past, express who we are, and give our region its unique character. The Folklife Gallery features artifacts from the museum’s collection and serves as a space for performances, demonstrations, and other cultural programs. The Folklife Gallery is made possible by generous contributions […]
History and Ourselves
History & Ourselves is an interactive exhibition that showcases artifacts and archival items from the Museum’s vast collections. Highlights include a Cuban refugee raft, the B from the original Burdines store sign in downtown, a Seminole dugout canoe, and a rare Spitz Projector!
Tropical Dreams: A People’s History of South Florida
Tropical Dreams explores South Florida history from prehistoric times to the present day. Topics explored include First Arrivals, International Rivalry, Southward Expansion, New People – New Technology, and Gateway of the Americas. The history of South Florida is the story of humans in a unique environment. It began more than 10,000 years ago with the […]
