The Vizcaya Village was the working part of the estate and we are revitalizing it to tell new stories about our community’s history and to offer innovative new programs. Sheltered under large banyan trees, the Vizcaya Village features 11 architecturally significant buildings on 12 acres. Built in 1916 to make Vizcaya self-sufficient, the Village included...
Historic commitment accelerates Vizcaya’s visionto revitalize Vizcaya Village and could open Villa Serena to the public for the first time in 111 years MIAMI, Nov. 7, 2025 — Vizcaya Museum and Gardens today announced a landmark $20 million gift from philanthropist and Citadel founder and CEO Ken Griffin, marking a defining moment in Vizcaya’s next...
In South Florida, our unique climate gives us the chance to grow squash almost year-round. Whether you’re working with a backyard garden or a few pots on your patio, learning how to grow squash in South Florida is a fun and rewarding way to bring fresh food to your table. If you’ve ever dreamed of...
In 2025, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens was honored to join the Urban Agriculture Resilience Program—an initiative led by the United States Botanic Garden and the American Public Gardens Association. This national program supports public gardens in fostering food education, sustainability, and hands-on growing experiences to address food insecurity across diverse communities. For Vizcaya, participation marks...
On February 27, 2025, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens, in partnership with Florida Organic Growers (FOG), hosted the 2025 Dinner for Farmers at the historic Vizcaya Village. The event brought together farmers, chefs, educators, and other key players in South Florida’s local food movement for an evening dedicated to honoring their contributions to urban agriculture and...
A Night of Community, Cuisine,and Connection at Vizcaya Village MIAMI – January 8, 2025 – Vizcaya Museum and Gardens, in partnership with Florida Organic Growers and Consumers (FOG), is thrilled to announce the 2025 edition of the highly anticipated “Dinner for Farmers.” This year’s event will take place on Thursday, February 27th, 2025, from 5:00...
On November 10, 2024, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens welcomed hundreds of enthusiastic guests to the grand opening of the new Vizcaya Village Café, marking a pivotal moment in the restoration of Vizcaya Village. The event was a resounding success, bringing together community members, urban agriculture enthusiasts, and local dignitaries, including Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniela Levine...
Summer art-making programs have been a long-standing tradition at Vizcaya Museum and Gardens, dating back to the 2016 launch of the museum’s Participatory Public Art (PPA) program. This series was designed to unite the community through artist-led experiences – all for FREE. In the summer of 2023, a new PPA project came to life through...
By Rebecca Peterson Inspiration In 2015, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens held a symposium on American artist Robert Winthrop Chanler (1872 – 1930). Chanler was one of several contemporary artists commissioned to create work for the estate. He produced an “undersea fantasy” fresco for the ceiling of Vizcaya’s swimming pool and a folding screen that adorns...
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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.
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