Who owns and operates Vizcaya Museum and Gardens?

Vizcaya is owned by Miami-Dade County and operated by the Vizcaya Museum and Gardens Trust, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

¿Cuál es la misión de Vizcaya?

Vizcaya's mission is preserving Vizcaya's cultural and environmental resources to engage people in connecting with the past, understanding the present and shaping the future.

How many rooms does Vizcaya's Main House have?

The Main House totals 45,225 square feet with 54 rooms. Of those, 34 decorated rooms are open to the public. The remaining spaces include basement service areas housing infrastructure, archives, and staff offices.

¿Se trasladó Vizcaya de Italia a Miami?

No. Vizcaya was built in Miami by local, European, and Bahamian craftsmen. While antique elements and objects were purchased from other countries including Italy, the estate itself was constructed on its current site in Miami.

Is admission required to visit the Café and Shop at Vizcaya?

Yes, admission is required to visit the Café and Shop because it is impossible to prevent unticketed visitors from accessing the rest of the property. Vizcaya members receive free annual admission and are welcome in the Café and Shop.

¿Qué proyectos de restauración se están llevando a cabo actualmente en Vizcaya?

Extensive building systems upgrades including plumbing and electrical work are ongoing, along with restoration of envelope components such as the roof, walls, and windows. Hurricane screens are also being replaced. During this restoration period, adult admission has been temporarily reduced from $25 to $20.

Is Vizcaya accessible for visitors with disabilities?

Yes. Vizcaya is ADA accessible. Persons with a disability protected under the ADA and one accompanying caregiver receive free admission. Full accessibility details are available on the Planning Your Visit page at vizcaya.org.

Can visitors see the Barge at Vizcaya?

The Barge is not physically accessible to visitors due to its fragile condition and dangerous, uneven paving. However, visitors can experience it through virtual tours available online or at on-site interactive kiosks.

Acerca del Museo y Jardines de Vizcaya

Vizcaya Museum and Gardens es un vibrante centro cultural en el corazón de Miami, un espacio donde convergen la historia, la naturaleza y el arte. Vizcaya, uno de los monumentos más preciados de Miami, cuenta con una Casa Principal con mobiliario original en 34 habitaciones, diez acres de jardines meticulosamente cuidados, así como el histórico Vizcaya Village.

A National Historic Landmark and accredited museum, Vizcaya welcomes over 385,900 visitors annually from around the globe. The estate offers dynamic public and educational programs, including the Contemporary Arts Program, community events, and school partnerships that impact over 5,000 K-12 students each year.

Vizcaya’s commitment to the community is reflected in its diverse public offerings, such as the weekly Vizcaya Village Farmers Market, which attracts approximately 33,800 visitors annually, and various free or reduced-admission programs for children, students and underserved groups. In 2024, the museum received the American Public Gardens Association’s Sustainability Award for innovative sustainability practices.

The museum is managed by Vizcaya Museum and Gardens Trust, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Donations are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.

Vizcaya es más que un museo; es un oasis cultural donde la historia cobra vida, invitando a los visitantes a explorar y comprometerse con su rico patrimonio y su inspiradora belleza.

Committed to Sustainability | As part of Vizcaya Village’s Phase 2 development, our new facilities are designed to meet Leed certification standards, reflecting our commitment to environmental stewardship. Check out the Case Study to learn more.

El Dr. Joel M. Hoffman, Director Ejecutivo y Consejero Delegado de Vizcaya, dirige la organización desde 2004. Con una distinguida carrera en el sector museístico, el Dr. Hoffman se ha esforzado constantemente por hacer que las artes visuales y la historia sean cautivadoras y accesibles a un amplio abanico de públicos. Antes de su cargo en Vizcaya, el Dr. Hoffman fue Vicedirector de Educación y Desarrollo de Programas en el Brooklyn Museum of Art de Nueva York y Director Asociado en The Wolfsonian-Florida International University de Miami Beach.

Es doctor en Historia del Arte por la Universidad de Yale y licenciado en Literatura Inglesa por la Universidad de Pensilvania. Completó un mandato de seis años en el Consejo de Administración de la Alianza Americana de Museos, lo que consolidó aún más su compromiso con el progreso del sector.

Vizcaya está gestionado por la organización sin ánimo de lucro Vizcaya Museum and Gardens Trust, Inc. y es propiedad del condado de Miami-Dade y cuenta con su apoyo. La Junta y el personal están comprometidos a promover el papel de Vizcaya como un lugar de becas y el diálogo que contribuye a la vitalidad y la sostenibilidad de nuestra comunidad.

La misión de Vizcaya es preservar los recursos culturales y medioambientales de la finca para implicar a la gente en la conexión con el pasado, la comprensión del presente y la configuración del futuro.

Officers

Ken O'Keefe, Presidente
Charles Seitz, Vicepresidente
Lynn Atkinson, Secretaria
Andres V. Gil, Tesorero

Directors

Brett Abess
Odilon Almeida
Ricardo Caporal
Terri Castellano
Marvin Dunn
Shawn Fagan
Christopher Hunt
Susan Kahn
Donald A. Kress
Lydia Lopez (ex officio)
Christy Martin
Nancy McCormick
Adam Mopsick
Damian Pardo
Mercedes Romero
Harry Tapias
Suzy Wahba
Ann Walters-Pope
Adam Wolman

Honorary Board

Swanee DiMare
Mireille Chancy Gonzalez
Cathy L. Jones*
Laura Munilla
William D. Robbins
Jeffrey Rynor

* In Memoriam

*updated January 7, 2026

The mission

Preservar los recursos culturales y medioambientales de Vizcaya para implicar a la gente en la conexión con el pasado, la comprensión del presente y la configuración del futuro.

The vision

“A Home for Miami, An Inspiration for All”

In the coming decades, we will continue to restore and unify our campus, transform our storytelling, and open our home to all through free public spaces and interactive programs.

Our enriched and accessible experiences will explore Miami’s evolving cultural and natural vitality through Vizcaya’s singular lens. Visitors will be inspired by the multidimensional narratives that make this treasured place both a mirror of our city’s past and a catalyst for a shared sustainable future.

Core values

Equity and Inclusion: We welcome, respect and treat fairly people of all backgrounds, abilities and needs.
Responsabilidad social y relevancia: Nos comprometemos a apoyar las necesidades e intereses de nuestra comunidad local.
Colaboración e innovación: Valoramos las opiniones de los demás, abrazamos la creatividad y las nuevas ideas y las perseguimos con rigor y determinación.
Preservación y resistencia: Protegemos, mantenemos y mejoramos los recursos culturales de Vizcaya en un contexto y un clima cambiantes.
Sostenibilidad medioambiental: Damos prioridad a la responsabilidad medioambiental en nuestras operaciones y programas.
Integridad: Somos transparentes, responsables y fiables.
Financial Sustainability: We ensure Vizcaya’s financial health by stewarding its finances through broad based and diversified support