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July 2025
HM Toast to the Classics: Where the Boys Are (1960)
Step into the golden age of spring break with the kickoff of HM Toast to the Classics, our new film series celebrating iconic movies set in Miami and Fort Lauderdale. We're kicking things off with the 1960 spring break classic, Where The Boys Are, a sun-soaked, coming-of-age comedy that follows four college friends from Penmore University who head south searching for sunshine, adventure, and maybe even a little romance. What starts as a lighthearted getaway quickly becomes a journey of…
Find out more »Islands of Biscayne Bay Cruise
Enjoy a leisurely cruise along the islands of Biscayne Bay with Museum of Miami’s Resident Historian, Dr. Paul George. Discover the rich history of Fisher Island, once owned by Miami’s first African American millionaire, D. A. Dorsey. Hear tales of Carl Fisher and the development of Miami Beach. See Flagler Memorial Island, named for the father of Miami, and Palm Island, where American gangster “Scarface” Al Capone spent his final years. Water and soda service included in ticket price. Additional…
Find out more »August 2025
Free Family Fun Day: National Lighthouse Day
Join us on the second Saturday of each month from 10am to 4pm for things to do, learn, and experience with the whole family! Spend the day exploring the history and culture of our vibrant city. Celebrate National Lighthouse Day with us! Did you know Miami’s oldest standing structure is the lighthouse at Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park. Learn the story behind this iconic structure with a tour of our permanent exhibition Tropical Dreams: A People’s History of South Florida. Get creative…
Find out more »Summer Splash: Young Professionals Meet-Up
Dive into good vibes at our Young Professionals Meet-Up! A lively evening of connection, culture, and summertime vibes set against the backdrop of our retro-cool exhibition, Waves of Style: Swimwear Through the Decades. Enjoy complimentary wine and light bites as you mix and mingle with fellow young professionals. Cap off the evening with our fun and fast-paced "History of Swimwear" trivia game—where the winning team will take home exclusive limited-edition Museum of Miami swag! Free admission Interested in Membership? Join here! For more information, contact Membership…
Find out more »Workshop—Fashion Sketching with Designer Liliana Montoya
Learn the art of fashion sketching in this hands-on workshop with Liliana Montoya, Founder and Creative Director of LILIANA MONTOYA Swim. Gain inspiration from the exhibition Waves of Style: Swimwear Through the Decades as you view featured works from the late 1800s to today! All experience levels welcome. Supplies provided, including paper, pencil, and colored pencils. Capacity is limited. Presented in conjunction with the exhibition Waves of Style: Swimwear Through the Decades. Members: $15, Non-Members: $25 Featured Speaker: Liliana Montoya…
Find out more »September 2025
History Talks: Miami’s Boom Era Communities—Miami Shores
Journey through time during our History Talks program series! History Talks delves into the layered histories of Miami and greater South Florida. Hosted by Museum of Miami’s Resident Historian, Dr. Paul S. George, and presented in conversation with a community stakeholder, this lecture series will explore the history of some of Miami’s boom era communities—Miami Shores, Coral Gables, Opa-locka, and Hialeah. A History of Miami Shores with Dr. George in Conversation with John Bachay Once advertised as “America’s Mediterranean,” Miami Shores is home…
Find out more »Lecture—Annette and Rudi Rada: Photographing Mid-Century South Florida and the Caribbean
Explore the photography of Annette and Rudi Rada with curator and University of Miami professor, Dr. Victor Deupi. Gain new insights into the exhibition as you take a closer look at some of the featured works. Presented in conjunction with the exhibition Annette and Rudi Rada: Photographing Mid-Century South Florida and the Caribbean. Annette and Rudi Rada: Photographing Mid-Century South Florida and the Caribbean celebrates the renowned husbandand-wife photographer duo, Annette and Rudi Rada, whose work has profoundly shaped our…
Find out more »History Talks: Miami’s Boom Era Communities—Coral Gables
Journey through time during our History Talks program series! History Talks delves into the layered histories of Miami and greater South Florida. Hosted by Museum of Miami’s Resident Historian, Dr. Paul S. George, and presented in conversation with a community stakeholder, this lecture series will explore the history of some of Miami’s boom era communities—Miami Shores, Coral Gables, Opa-locka, and Hialeah. A History of Coral Gables with Dr. George in Conversation with Dorothy M. Wallace Celebrate Coral Gables’ centennial anniversary as you reflect…
Find out more »Free Family Fun Day: Traditions of Serbia
Join us on the second Saturday of each month from 10am to 5pm, with activities from 11am to 4pm, for free things to do, learn, and experience with the whole family! Spend the afternoon exploring the history and culture of our vibrant city. Celebrate Serbia’s vibrant traditions with professional folk dancer and artist-in-residence Miloš Damnjanović! Immerse yourself in Serbian culture during this jam-packed day of workshops, performances, art demonstrations, craft activities, calligraphy, costumes, storytelling, and much more. Family Fun Day…
Find out more »History Talks: Miami’s Boom Era Communities—Opa-locka
Journey through time during our History Talks program series! History Talks delves into the layered histories of Miami and greater South Florida. Hosted by Museum of Miami’s Resident Historian, Dr. Paul S. George, and presented in conversation with a community stakeholder, this lecture series will explore the history of some of Miami’s boom era communities—Miami Shores, Coral Gables, Opa-locka, and Hialeah. A History of Opa-locka with Dr. George in Conversation with Alex Van Mecl Known for its iconic Moorish Revival architecture, the development…
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