HistoryMiami Museum

About

Nestled in the heart of downtown Miami, the HistoryMiami Museum, a distinguished Smithsonian Affiliate, narrates Miami's colorful past. It brilliantly blends exhibitions, artistic ventures, city tours, and educational activities to paint a vivid picture of Miami's history, leaving no one untouched by the city's charm. As one of the most extensive private, regional history organizations in the southeastern United States, the museum's collections house over 37,000 three-dimensional artifacts. These treasures range from prehistoric archaeological discoveries to vibrant 20th century Afro-Cuban folk art, capturing the essence of Miami's cultural diversity. Additionally, the HistoryMiami’s Archives and Research Center holds a collection of over two million historical images, making it one of the state's most significant repositories.