The Stories of Vizcaya

Dive into a world of environmental inspiration and action at Vizcaya Museum and Gardens during the vibrant Eco Fest, brought to you by Vizcaya’s Teen Environmental Council (VTEC) as part of the Climate Collaborative series. Join us on Wednesday, May 22, from 6 to 9 pm EDT, for an enlightening festival that combines fun, education,

Whisk away to the opulent 1920s for an evening of elegance and entertainment at the Vizcaya Museum and Gardens’ Seersucker Social on Wednesday, March 13, from 6 to 9 pm EDT. Embrace the Gilded Age’s grandeur as this National Historic Landmark transforms into a playground of the past, inviting you to don your finest flapper

With roots in many Latin American countries, Sancocho is synonymous with special occasions and weekend lunches with the family. Made with your selection of hearty vegetables, this tropical soup will bring the flavors of Latin American culture into your kitchen. Delve into the art of chopping roots, common herbs, and guascas, a popular South American

Every castle needs a moat and Vizcaya is no different. This feature of the estate goes largely unnoticed by visitors because of its location below the Piazza. As guests arrive at the estate and approach the admissions booth, they unknowingly walk right over the inconspicuous moat. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9gM95TTf0s4 The Origins The moat was originally used as

Vizcaya has been a witness to numerous significant occurrences in the history of Miami over the last century. Initially built in 1916 as the vacation home of the affluent businessman James Deering, it has since evolved into a revered public art museum. Throughout its existence, Vizcaya has actively engaged with the community and played a

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

VIZCAYA IS A 2022 BLUE STAR MUSEUM National Historic Landmark to offer free admissionto military personnel and their families this summer MIAMI – May 23, 2022 – Vizcaya announced it will join museums nationwide in the Blue Star Museums initiative, a program that provides free admission to currently-serving U.S. military personnel and their families this

“Going live in five, four, three, two…” Those were the words I heard right before every Beyond Vizcaya livestream session that would air. Once that count ended, it was my responsibility to introduce, engage, interview and ultimately bring to life the Miami stories we came to share for that day. There were no cuts, no

Access to fresh, healthy food is a challenge many communities face. When Vizcaya first opened its doors in 1916, it had to create its own farm and village to ensure reliable access to quality food for its growing workforce. Join us on May 24 at 1:30 p.m. as we discuss the modern challenges around food

Commissioning creative talents to work with Vizcaya is as old as the estate itself. We continue that practice today with Spectral Vizcaya on February 26, 2021.