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AMAZING AND EDUCATIONAL MUSEUMS IN MIAMI

AMAZING MUSEUMS IN MIAMI

Interested in Miami and Museums? There is no South Florida itinerary without a trip to Miami, which boasts a rich cultural heritage and an innovative arts scene. In addition to the bright lights and picturesque beaches, there’s a lot more to the Magic City. A wide range of art galleries and scientific institutions can be found here, from renowned contemporary art galleries to state-of-the-art research facilities. To help you decide which exhibit suits you, U.S. News reckoned professional and user thoughts to bring you the top museums in Miami. Below is a list of Museums to choose from for your trip.

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MIAMI CHILDREN’S MUSEUM

 📍 980 MacArthur Causeway, Miami, FL 33132

☎️ +1 305-373-5437

MIAMI CHILDREN'S MUSEUM

The children’s museum is one of America’s most popular weekend destinations, and every inch of the building is dedicated to educating children about the world. A total of 14 galleries on two floors make this exhibition an excellent destination for babes who love to express themselves. Through the museum’s interactive core, kids discover a lot as they move around, making it almost seem like they are in a giant playhouse. The exhibit also merges life in Miami with an entire zone dedicated to the Port of Miami, where kids can operate a crane and learn about the ocean. It also has plenty of space devoted to the sea and the life forms that live in it. 

WORLD EROTIC ART MUSEUM

 📍 1205 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139

☎️ +1 305-532-9336

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Prominent art collector Naomi Wilzig opened the World Erotic Art Museum (WEAM) in 2005 after years of reserving fine erotica and turning it into a public gallery concentrating on the elaborateness of human sexuality. WEAM houses one of the most extensive exhibitions of erotic art in the world, featuring more than 4,000 pieces. World Erotic Art Museum is the only showroom in the United States committed to erotic art dated to 300 B.C. they are a diverse art collection, including pieces signifying surrealism, realism, and deco styles. WEAM also hosts several rotating exhibits throughout the year in addition to its permanent collection.

INSTITUTION OF CONTEMPORARY ART

 📍 61 N.E. 41st St, Miami, FL 33137

☎️ +1 305-901-5272

The Miami Design District has another pillar of the Miami art scene, the ICA. Aranguren + Gallegos Arquitectos designed the striking metallic facade of the establishment. Many Cuban-born and Latin American artists are featured in permanent and temporary exhibits in Miami. Open spaces and bright lighting are common throughout the interiors and exterior. In addition to Pablo Picasso’s work, Yves Klein and Roy Lichtenstein’s works are featured in the permanent collection. This museum makes the perfect stop if you want to dabble in Miami’s arty side during your vacation. Unlike other museums in town, exploring only takes about an hour.

HISTORY MIAMI MUSEUM

 📍 101 W Flagler St, Miami, FL 33130

☎️  +1 305-375-1492

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History Miami Museum, a Smithsonian Affiliate, conserves and celebrates Miami’s storied past. The museum’s permanent exhibition, titled “Tropical Dreams: A People’s History of South Florida,” pays tribute to the region’s intriguing history that dates back over 10,000 years. At the museum’s Research Center, which is open only by appointment, visitors can examine critical archival materials or browse the museum’s collection of more than 37,000 historical artifacts, including one of the largest Pan American Airways memorabilia collections in the country. Throughout the year, there are also several temporary exhibitions. In addition to city tours, children’s programs, talks, workshops, and delegations, the History Miami Museum offers a wealth of educational resources. In addition to its informative collections, contemporary visitors appreciated the museum’s unique perspective on the Magic City.

MUSEUM OF GRAFFITI

 📍 276 NW 26th St, Miami, FL 33127

☎️  +1 786-580-4678

MUSEUM OF GRAFFITI

In Wynwood, next to the Wynwood Walls, Miami’s Museum of Graffiti focuses on the history of street art. The museum presents the story of how graffiti art spread around the world. In addition to its indoor and outdoor artwork displays dating back to the 1970s, the museum has a fine art gallery and a gift shop. The museum’s exhibits were highly informative and thoughtful, even though some tourists wished they were more extensive. Besides honoring talented artists, the museum explains graffiti’s historical, political, and cultural roots to the public while shedding light on graffiti’s importance as an art form. A beginner’s graffiti class and a children’s drawing class are offered weekly at the Museum of Graffiti.

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