The Stories of Vizcaya

A boy in an orange shirt looks through a microscope at an outdoor event. An adult assists him, and others use microscopes nearby.

March 7 at 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Vizcaya Museum & Gardens

3251 S. Miami Avenue Miami, FL 33129

$5-15

Experience Vizcaya’s gardens as they transform into an outdoor science lab for families with children ages 6-12! Explore the lush landscape, guided by local scientists, and discover the diverse wildlife that comes out when the sun sets.

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Collage of dried flowers, a market scene with tents, and twine, promoting "Crafting Pressed Flower Frames" at Vizcaya Village Farmers Market.

February 13 at 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Vizcaya Village

3250 S. Miami Avenue

$0-10

Celebrate love and creativity this Valentine’s season with a hands-on workshop where you’ll craft a stunning pressed flower frame, perfect as a heartfelt gift or cherished keepsake. Guided by pressed flower artist Anyi Botteri, you’ll explore floral preservation techniques, personalize your design, and bring home a one-of-a-kind creation—all in the inspiring setting of Vizcaya Village.

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Assorted succulents against a white background with black bat and spider silhouettes.

October 27 at 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Vizcaya Village

3250 S. Miami Avenue

FREE

Create your own mini succulent garden with a spooky twist in this fun and therapeutic workshop led by Joanna Brown of Restorative Horticultural Therapy. Perfect for both adults and children, participants will design a 3” succulent garden while learning the wellness benefits of nurturing plants and connecting with nature, just in time for Halloween!

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Promotional image for a "Sugar Skulls" family workshop by the Ameyal Mexican Cultural Academy, featuring colorful painted sugar skulls and a courtyard setting.

October 20 at 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Vizcaya Village

3250 S. Miami Avenue

FREE

Join us for a FREE and vibrant celebration of tradition and creativity as we dive into the world of sugar skulls, or “calaveritas de azucar,” in preparation for Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead). Our esteemed partners from Ameyal Mexican Cultural Academy will guide you through the fascinating history and cultural significance of...

Promotional poster for "Blooming at Vizcaya: Artful Fridays" showing a fountain in a garden and a vase of paper flowers, intended for children’s crafting activities.

August 9 at 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Vizcaya Museum & Gardens

3251 S. Miami Avenue Miami, FL 33129

Free with admission

Inspired by Vizcaya’s lush gardens, we are making paper flowers in the Main House courtyard! This free activity, part of the Artful Fridays series, is included with museum admission. Children and their families can join us from NOON to 3:00 p.m. Click below to purchase museum admission. Make sure to select the proper event date...

A brown paper bag decorated with colorful paper to look like a monster, part of an "Artful Fridays: Crafts for Children" event by Vizcaya Museum and Gardens.

July 26 at 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Vizcaya Museum & Gardens

3251 S. Miami Avenue Miami, FL 33129

FREE with admission

Step back in time to the sophisticated era of Vizcaya’s kitchen with “Cooking with Caze.” Create charming paper puppets of Chef Theo Cazes and his culinary family. This playful activity is perfect for young chefs and history buffs alike, offering a glimpse into the grand gastronomic past of Vizcaya. Whip up some fun with us...

A poster for "Making Bookmarks: Artful Fridays - Crafts for Children" hosted by Vizcaya Museum & Gardens, featuring a garden fountain and images of children making bookmarks.

August 2 at 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Vizcaya Museum & Gardens

3251 S. Miami Avenue Miami, FL 33129

FREE with admission

Celebrate the legacy of James Deering’s prized book collection at “Literary Luminaries Bookmarks.” Craft your own beautiful bookmark to keep your place in your favorite stories. This artistic endeavor connects you to the history of literature and preservation at Vizcaya. Join us for an Artful Friday filled with creativity and discovery! Each Artful Friday event...

Close-up of rare orchids in a greenhouse setting with text promoting a behind-the-scenes tour at Vizcaya Museum and Gardens.

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!