Oral history of Amelia Island
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
+1 904 261 7378
http://www.ameliaisland.com/mu...
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Oral history of Amelia Island |
233 S Third St Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 +1 904 261 7378 http://www.ameliaisland.com/mu... |
Spanning an impressive 4,000 years of the barrier island's past, the museum takes you on a journey back in time with help from spellbinding narrations, lectures and walking tours of the historic district. Numerous artifacts of both land and marine archaeology are on display, detailing the island's occupation under eight different flags. Guided tours take place at 11am and again at 2pm Monday-Saturday. The Historic District tour is by appointment only. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Contemporary art |
2121 Park Ave Miami Beach, FL 33139 +1 305 673 7530 http://www.bassmuseum.org/ |
A permanent collection of Renaissance masterworks makes up one section of this museum. In another, featured exhibitions showcase the best in historical and contemporary art. Recent exhibitions include the paintings of Russian artist Maxim Kantor and the hallucinogenic sculptures of Liza Lou. The museum also offers classes and children's camps. Admission price is $8 for adults, $6 for students with ID and senior citizens. Call for events, exhibits, etc. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Historic home of Evelyn Bartlett |
900 North Birch Road Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304 +1 954 563 5393 http://www.bonnethouse.org/ admin@bonnethouse.org |
Built in 1921, this historic two-story, 35-acre waterfront house was once the winter home of artist Frederic Clay Bartlett and his wife Evelyn, who was the daughter of financier Hugh Taylor Birch. The Bonnet House is serenely elegant and several concerts and events are held here throughout the year. Mrs. Bartlett gave the estate to the State of Florida in 1983. Named for a flower on the property, it is open year-round for guided tours. Admission: $15 for adults, $13 for senior citizens, $11 for students ages 6-18, free for children under 6 and Bonnet House Members. A 'Grounds Only' visit is $9. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The other side of Miami |
405 Biltmore Way Coral Gables, FL 33134 +1 305 446 6800 (Information) http://www.citybeautiful.net/ |
The Gables - as it is locally known, is a little town in its own right. Drawing inspiration from the Mediterannean, find yourself strolling amidst beautiful trees in fairy tale avenues. Check out the various attractions - Venetian Pool, Dragonfly expeditions and Miracle Mile for starters. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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History of art collection |
829 Riverside Ave Jacksonville, FL 32204 +1 904 356 6857 http://cummer.org/ |
Opened in 1961, this museum and art education center has handsome gardens with fragrant blooms, and peaceful, winding walkways. The permanent collection focuses on the history of art with exhibits spanning the eras from ancient times to the 20th century. Temporary exhibits are also presented throughout the year. It is located off I-95, approximately five minutes from downtown. Admission: $6 Adults, $4 for seniors over 60, $3 for students and $1 for children age 5 and under. There is free admission Tuesday nights from 4pm-9pm. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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An out-to-sea national park and fortress |
Garden Key Key West, FL 33041 +1 305 242 7700 http://www.dry.tortugas.nation... DRTO_Information@nps.gov |
This national park is the nation's only at-sea national park and is home to the historic Fort Jefferson. Located about 70 miles west of Key West and accessible only by boat or chartered seaplane, the park and fort lure divers, snorkelers and nature lovers who flock here to get a close look at stag horn coral, angel fish, rare birds and the loggerhead turtles that gave the island its name. Built in 1846, the five-sided fort covers more than 11 of the island's 16 acres. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Historic homes of inventors |
2350 McGregor Boulevard Fort Myers, FL 33901 +1 239 334 7419 http://www.edison-ford-estate.... info@edison-ford-estate.com |
Probably the most famous tourist attraction in Fort Myers is the Edison Ford Winter Estates. Inventor Thomas Edison began wintering along the Caloosahatchee River in 1886. In 1916, Edison's friend Henry Ford built his winter home, Mangoes, next door. Both are open to the public and include Edison's botanical gardens and laboratory (just as Edison left it), the largest banyan tree in Florida and a museum. Guided tours are required. Admission is USD12 for adults, USD5.50 for children. The historic electrical boat river tour costs an additional USD4. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Hemingway memorabilia and more |
907 Whitehead Street Key West, FL 33040 +1 305 294 1136 http://www.hemingwayhome.com info@hemingwayhome.com |
A must for visitors to Key West, this historic property offers guided tours through Hemingway's former home, where he lived and wrote from 1928 until 1940. The attractive Spanish Colonial house was built in 1851. You will see Ernest Hemingway's writing studio and his swimming pool, the first one built in Key West. Feline descendants of Mr. Hemingway's many cats roam freely on the premises. The home is occasionally used for private events and parties. Admission: USD11 for adults, USD6 for children. Free parking. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Early French colony lives on |
12713 Fort Caroline Rd Jacksonville, FL 32225 +1 904 641 7155 http://www.nps.gov/foca/ |
In 1564 French explorers founded the first Protestant colony in the US along what is today the St Johns River. This reconstructed fort commemorates its probable location. The Spanish seized the original colony and massacred its residents in 1565, so not much is known about these early pioneers. The site stretches across 130 acres overlooking the river and features a museum with French and Indian artifacts from the 16th century. Fort Caroline was established as a national memorial in 1950 and is 14 miles from downtown Jacksonville. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Confederate fort entertainment |
End of Southard Street on Truman Annex Key West, FL 33041 +1 305 292 6713 http://www.floridastateparks.org |
Built in 1845 and occupied by Yankee forces in 1861, the fort was finally completed in 1866. Now a National Historic Landmark, the fort has tours at noon and 2p. If you're here in February, you'll be treated to Civil War Days. Admission is $2.50 per person for the first two people in your car plus 50 cents for each additional person up to $8, and then it's $1 a person for the rest of the crowd. If you arrive by bicycle or on foot, you pay $1.50 per person. The west side of the State park is ideal for fishing and snorkeling. In addition, the park also provides tables and grills for a picnic. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Historic railroad display |
12450 Southwest 152nd Street Miami, FL 33177-1402 +1 305 253 0063 / +1 888 608 7246 http://www.goldcoast-railroad.... webmaster@goldcoast-railroad.org |
Get a closer look at one of the proudest innovations of American ingenuity: the railroad. Authentic Pullmans, engines, and dining cars are displayed along a half-mile of real track. The museum's most prized acquisition, however, is the Ferdinand Magellan, one of the most luxurious railroad cars in the United States. Built in the 1930's for President Franklin Roosevelt, the car has since been used by Presidents Truman, Eisenhower, Reagan, and Bush. The Ferdinand Magellan was completely restored after being destroyed by Hurricane Andrew in 1992, and is now available for public viewing at the museum. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The buck stops here |
111 Front Street Key West, FL 33040 +1 305 294 9911 http://www.trumanlittlewhiteho... littlewhitehouse@historictours.com |
Harry S. Truman, the 33rd President of the United States, loved Key West so much so that he established a residence known as the Little White House. Built in 1890 as officer's quarters at the naval station, the wooden waterfront duplex became a single family home that also welcomed inventor Thomas Edison and Presidents Dwight Eisenhower, Jimmy Carter and John F. Kennedy. Take the guided home tour, then take a self-guided stroll of the grounds. The gift shop on-site offers great little trinkets to take home. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Place of the Past |
401 West Kennedy Blvd Tampa Bay Hotel Tampa, FL 33606 +1 813 254 1891 http://www.plantmuseum.com/ info@plantmuseum.com |
Walk the corridors of the Tampa Bay Hotel, now a museum and a National Historic Landmark, and experience a stroll through time when exquisite art, elegant furnishings and opulent grandeur conveyed the image of the Gilded Age. Built in 1891, the hotel, with its Moorish architecture and spiraling minarets, was created as a resort for the rich and affluent. Reservations needed for groups of 10 or more. Admission is $5 adults; $2 children under 12. Parking is free in front of the building and in a nearby parking garage. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Historic gardens with bell concerts |
1151 Tower Blvd Lake Wales, FL 33853 +1 863 676 1408 http://www.boksanctuary.org/ info@boksanctuary.org |
Sixty miles east of Tampa on the highest point of land on the peninsula lies the Historic Bok Sanctuary. Named a National Historic Landmark, the gardens offer a wildlife observatory, endangered plant exhibit, woodland garden and butterfly and bird watching. The highlight of this magnificent cultivated area is the bell tower, housing one of the world's great carillons. Fifty-seven bronze bells entertain visitors with daily concerts. The lush gardens were designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, Jr. Admission is USD6 adults, USD2 children, USD5 seniors (62+), children under 5 free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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To sea on land |
1015 Museum Circle Unit 2 Jacksonville, FL 32207 +1 904 398 9011 http://www.jaxmarmus.com/ jaxmarmus@fcol.com |
All aboard this small but informative museum overflowing with exhibits dedicated to nautical history, particularly that relating to the St Johns River and the Port of Jacksonville. Browse artifacts from the Civil War and models of the Titanic, Florida's famous tugboat The Three Friends, sailing ships and steamboats. A small gift shop sells an assortment of nautically themed collectibles and gifts. Volunteer help is always needed. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Miami Beach's Jewish legacy |
301 Washington Avenue Miami Beach, FL 33139 +1 305 672 5044 http://www.jewishmuseum.com |
This building was once Miami Beach's first synagogue. Now a museum, it commemorates the more than 200 years of Judaism in South Florida. 'MOSAIC: Jewish Life in Florida' is its permanent exhibit, with additional exhibits visiting throughout the year. Admission is USD6 for adults, USD5 for seniors and students, USD12 per family. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Best view in town |
938 Whitehead Street Key West, FL 33040 +1 305 294 0012 |
Long ago, hazardous reefs off Key West wrecked many ships. To keep ships off the reefs, a lighthouse was built in 1825. Although it was destroyed in 1846, it was later rebuilt inland on Whitehead Street and was manned for more than 120 years. It's now open for those who can climb the 88 steps to the top of the tower, and tour the grounds. A small museum of nautical artifacts and vintage photos has been set up in the Keeper's Quarters. Admission is $8 adults, $4 for children 6-17. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Victorian collectibles |
75 King St St. Augustine, FL 32084 +1 904 824 2874 http://www.lightnermuseum.org/ info@lightnermuseum.org |
Step back to the 19th century at the Lightner Museum in downtown St Augustine, the nation's oldest city, just 30 minutes south of Jacksonville. Beautiful exhibits include fine and decorative arts, unusual home furnishings, and Tiffany stained glass. The collections also include Victorian collectibles and costumes, and even mechanical musical demonstrations. The museum is in what was once the Alcazar Hotel, an historic landmark dating back to 1887 with a restaurant, the Café Alcazar, in the old massive swimming pool! Admission: Adults: $8; Children 12-18: $2; Children under 12: free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Historic country store |
12471 Mandarin Road Mandarin, FL 32223 +1 904 260 9983 |
Located at the southern tip of Jacksonville, this museum dedicated to promoting local history. Housed inside the historic Walter Jones general store it is an example of a one-story, crossroads country store. On display are artifacts detailing the life of Harriet Beecher Stowe, author of Uncle Tom's Cabin, who lived in Mandarin, as well as artifacts and memorabilia recovered from the Maple Leaf, a Union naval ship sunk off Mandarin Point in 1884. Admission is free. Open on the first and third Sundays of every month, tours are available any time by appointment. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Contemporary international art |
101 W Flagler St Miami, FL 33130 +1 305 375 3000 http://www.miamiartmuseum.org |
Supported by both private and public funding, Miami Art Museum is recognized as a "Major Cultural Institution" by the state of Florida. The museum features exhibits of contemporary works, primarily from the 1940s to the present, as well as collections of art from other historical periods. The museum also offers lectures, hands-on workshops and cultural studies courses. There are ongoing displays of new collections and exhibits of international art. Call for the exhibition schedule. Admission is USD5 for adults, USD2.50 for seniors, free for children under 12 and students with ID. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Kids' Museum |
980 Macarthur Causeway Miami, FL 33132 +1 305 373 5437 http://www.miamichildrensmuseu... debbie@miamichildrensmuseum.org |
This museum has what it takes to retain the attention of an 8-year-old. You will find children immersed in workshops, lecture series, plays and films. Kids can also join classes and clubs. This place addresses important issues, such as education, child care and safety, family healthcare and parenting. Fee: MCM members free, $10 for adults and children. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Aiming for the Stars |
3280 S Miami Ave Miami, FL 33129 +1 305 646 4200 http://www.miamisci.org/ |
Miami Museum of Science & Planetarium is a great learning place for children. Those interested in galaxies, stars, planets and the intricate workings of the universe can quench their thirst for knowledge here. The museum has several educational programs for children, and school groups frequently attend the exhibits and information sessions. The museum also has a wildlife section, and short films and documentaries like 'When Animals Talk: An Online Expedition' are also produced. Weintraub Observatory opens every Friday night from 8p-10p. Admission fee: $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and students, $6 for children (3-12). It is also free for members and children below 3. Discount of $2 after 4:30p on weekdays. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Key West history exhibits |
281 Front Street Key West, FL 33040 +1 305 295 6616 x16 http://www.kwahs.com/ |
Key West Museum of Art & History was earlier a post office and government center. This red brick building has existed since 1890 and is a perfect example of Romanesque-style architecture. The museum recently completed its $9 million restoration project and is as good as new now. If you want to learn anything about the history of Key West, then this museum is a must-visit. Admission prices for adults is $10 and for children is $5. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Dynamic, hands-on science |
401 Southwest Second Street Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312 +1 954 467 6637 http://www.mods.org |
This enjoyable museum for children of all ages is known for its interactive, hands-on displays, which change frequently. The Special Exhibits Gallery features some of the best science exhibits in the United States. The museum also allows its guests to touch live animals that are native to Florida and to view the world's largest captive Atlantic coral reef. The Blockbuster IMAX 3D theater is also on-site. Admission: $9 for adults, $8 for senior citizens, $7 for children ages 2-12, free for children age two and under. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Experience and explore the universe |
4801 E Fowler Ave Tampa, FL 33617 +1 813 987 6300 / +1 813 987 6100 / +1 800 995 6674 http://www.mosi.org |
More than 450 activities await you at this non-profit facility dedicated to promoting a better understanding of science and technology. The Saunders Planetarium shows you the stars. Step inside the Gulf Coast Hurricane exhibit for a blast of tropical nightmare. At the IMAX dome, the world is bigger than life, filled with odd sights and sounds on a huge screen. Souvenirs ranging from totes and T-shirts to puzzles and posters are available at The Science Store. For refreshment, The Universe Café offers pizzas, salads and sandwiches. Admission is USD19.95 for adults; USD18.95 for seniors (60+); USD17.95 for children 2-12. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Village History Museum |
219 SW Second Avenue Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 +1 954 463 4431 http://www.oldfortlauderdale.org villageinfo@oldfortlauderdale.org |
The Fort Lauderdale Historical Society was set up to preserve and showcase the history of Fort Lauderdale and Broward County. The village has three preserved 19th century buildings of Boward County, a model of the first schoolhouse, and a research center. It offers programs for children, which include hands-on reenactments, schoolhouse class programs, guided tours of exhibits in the museum of history, guided walking tours of the landscape, and lectures throughout the year. Entry fee: $8 for adults, and $3 for students. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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One of the South's best museums |
2416 North Mills Avenue Orlando, FL 32803 +1 407 896 4231 http://www.omart.org info@omart.org |
According to Newsweek, this piece of 1950s architecture serves as one of the best art museums in the South. Founded in 1924, the museum now consists of three permanent exhibits - the American Collection, housing nearly 900 paintings, prints, photographs and sculptures from the 19th century onward; the Art of Ancient Americans Collection, boasting 500 artifacts of jade, gold and clay from Mexican, Costa Rican and Peruvian cultures; and an African collection of more than 70 artifacts, including masks, from various West African countries. OMA also hosts rotating exhibits. Admission for adults is $8, Seniors aged 55 and over, college students with ID and groups of 10 or more are charged $7, Students aged between 6 and 18 are charged $5 while admission is free for children aged 5 and younger and OMA members. Residents of Orange, Seminole, Lake and Osceola counties receive free admission on Thursdays from 1p to 4p. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Hands-on exhibits |
777 East Princeton Street Orlando, FL 32803 +1 407 514 2000 / +1 888 672 4386 http://www.osc.org/ Info@osc.org |
This glistening structure, highlighted by the dome of the John Young Planetarium, looks like the product of a meeting between Greco-Roman architects and Star Trek engineers. The analogy applies to inside activities as well: the museum strives to teach kids (and adults) about classical science using modern, hands-on, sometimes high-tech activities. With 207,000 square feet, the museum houses 10 themed exhibit halls where patrons can explore the human body, modern technology, the solar system and other topics. Its eight-story CineDome is billed as the world's largest movie theater. It shows large-format nature/technology films. Admission: $14.95 for adults, $13.95 for Seniors (55+) and college students with ID, $9.95 for children (3-11) and free for children 2 and under. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Pirated! |
524 Front Street Key West, FL 33040 +1 305 292 1113 http://www.piratesoul.com/ sknott@piratesoul.com |
Pirates of the Caribbean are closer to you now than ever before and one man is responsible for it: Pat Croce. He's been a live commentator on the NBA on the NBC show and has been a bestseller author. But this time he's done things differently. The Pirate Soul Museum opened by him in Key West pays tribute to pirates across the world. Don't be surprised if you find Captain Johnny staring at you with weird hair-dos and masks, because it's a winding journey into the alleys. You can touch Captain Kidd's loots and weapons and see history unfold. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Surrealist artist's intriguing work |
1000 3rd St S St. Petersburg, FL 33701 +1 727 823 3767 http://www.salvadordalimuseum.org info@salvadordalimuseum.org |
Housing the largest collection of Salvador Dali works in the world, the museum offers a regularly changing exhibit of the legendary surrealist artist's melting-watch canvases and a wide variety of his sculpture and fiber objects that are, at the very least, intriguing. One memorable creation toasts the cocktail party; it is a vest covered with full glasses of creme de menthe. Daily tours seek to explain this complex man and his equally complex art. In the museum store you can select a memento of your surreal experience. Admission is USD10 for adults; USD5 for students; children 10 and younger are admitted free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Going back in History |
1400 Duval Street Key West, FL 33040 +1 305 296 3141 / +1 866 764 6633 http://www.southernmosthouse.com/ southernmost@bellsouth.net |
A hotel, a museum and a wedding and event venue - all under one roof. The house is an architectural spectacle, with beautiful gardens, a swimming pool, a Tiffany stained-glass canopy and an antique wooden bar. This place would be a paradise to all Ernest Hemingway fans, as it boasts of a large collection of Hemingway artefacts. The hotel rooms are lavish and offer panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean. If you are looking forward to a pampered holiday, then go ahead and reserve rooms online. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Something old, something new |
600 North Ashley Drive Tampa, FL 33602 +1 813 274 8130 http://www.tampamuseum.com lanicz@ci.tampa.fl.us |
Established in 1979, this museum houses more than 4,500 objects in its permanent collection and exhibits the largest collection of Greek and Roman antiquities in the Southeast. The Center Gallery displays themed exhibitions from the permanent collection. For a look at 19th and 20th century sculpture set against the backdrop of the Hillsborough River, visit the Terrace Gallery. Stroll through the Outdoor Courtyard featuring contemporary sculptures, fountains and bronze work. For gifts, books, children's items or home accessories, stop by the museum store. Admission prices are USD5 for adults; USD4 for senior citizens; USD3 for students. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A stately historic villa |
3251 South Miami Ave Miami, FL 33129 +1 305 250 9133 http://www.vizcayamuseum.org/ |
Sporting magnificent gardens on the edge of Biscayne Bay, this enchanting 34-room Italian villa was built in 1916 by industrialist James Deering, who designed it in the Renaissance style which he loved. It cost Deering $15 million at the time and took 1,000 craftsmen more than five years to complete. Spread out across more than 10 acres of waterfront with 20 acres of untouched jungle beyond, the villa is one of Miami's most dramatic attractions, renowned for its historical significance and its sheer beauty. Inside, you'll find restored rooms with period furnishings, an indoor swimming pool, and glorious architecture. Waterfalls and fountains, reflecting pools, stone balustrades, and decorative urns brimming with flowers infuse the villa with a charmingly romantic ambience. Visiting dignitaries have included England's Queen Elizabeth and Pope John Paul II. Admission: $10 for adults, $5 for children 6-12. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Art and design from the Industrial Era |
1001 Washington Ave Miami Beach, FL 33139 +1 305 531 1001 http://www.wolfsonian.fiu.edu visitorservices@thewolf.fiu.edu |
Founded in 1986 to commemorate the collection of Mitchell Wolfson Jr., this museum aims to demonstrate the role and social context of art and design in the industrial period of 1885-1945. The seven-story facility is located in a renovated Mediterranean-Revival building in the heart of South Beach. Over the years, the Wolfsonian has gained international recognition as well as local popularity. As a division of Florida International University, the museum provides students with several research and educational opportunities. The museum offers intriguing exhibits, lectures, films, and activities. Admission: USD7 for adults, USD5 for students, seniors, and children 6-12. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Do You Know It When You See It? |
1205 Washington Drive Miami Beach, FL 33139 +1 866 969 9326/ +1 305 532 9336 http://www.weam.com/ info@weam.com |
Though not exactly for the faint of heart, WEAM is otherwise a must-see venue. Internet aside, where else can you claim to have seen the "Greatest Collection of Erotica"? Located next to the Wolfsonian Museum and only minutes from Ocean Beach, WEAM offers exhibits that run the gamut; there's art, sculpture, artifacts and tapestries that span both the globe and the centuries. Don't act like you don't want a peek, oh 'cause I know that you do. Admission: Adults USD15. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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