The Stories of Vizcaya

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The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) has awarded grants under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act to two outstanding cultural institutions that exemplify what it means to be “Miami”: Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and HistoryMiami Museum.
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Following the tragic death of George Floyd, Vizcaya officials shared an unwavering message of support for the Black community on social media on Monday, June 1, 2020. The letter from Vizcaya’s Executive Director and CEO affirmed the museum’s commitment to equality and can be read below. Vizcaya also participated in #BlackOutTuesday by not posting to

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Visiting this Friday? Jump on this Exclusive Tour!

If you love orchids, you don’t miss this special behind-the-scenes tour on Friday, December 13, 11:30 a.m. Join Vizcaya’s own orchid specialist as we go inside the museum’s greenhouse to explore rare orchids and learn expert plant care tips.

Tickets are just $39 per person and include museum admission. Spots are limited, so reserve yours now!