Jewish Museum of Florida - FIU, Florida, United States
4.5 (647 reviews) Friday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Ranking #3 in Miami Beach Speciality Museums • History Museums
An informative and fun tour of Jewish Miami Beach
The Jewish Museum of Florida-FIU is the only Museum dedicated to telling the story of 250 years of Florida Jewish heritage, arts and culture. The museum is housed in two adjacent lovingly restored historic buildings, at 301 Washington Avenue on South Beach, that were once synagogues for Miami Beach's first Jewish congregation. The museum's focal point is its core exhibit, "MOSAIC: Jewish Life in Florida, 1763 to Present" and its temporary history and art exhibits that change periodically. A Collections and Research Center, museum Store filled with unique items complete the experience for visitors of all ages and backgrounds. The museum is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums.
Address
301 Washington Ave Florida International University, Miami Beach, FL 33139-6906
Mobile
Website
http://jmof.fiu.edu/
Working hours
Monday :
Tuesday :
Wednesday : 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday : 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday : 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday : 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday : 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Current local date and time now
Friday, May 10, 2024, 11:58
User Ratings
4.5 based on (647 reviews)
Reviews
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5Traveleasier 5:00 PM Feb 15, 2022
Excellent tour
I took the tour with Howard, who was extremely knowledgeable and provided a lot of information about the South Beach Miami area through a Jewish lens during the times when it was heavily populated with Jews. The tour started and ended at the Jewish Museum, which had a couple of small exhibits on display. The walking part of the tour was easy, and the entire tour took about two hours. It was a pleasure to spend time with Howard, who was outgoing and really took the time to describe the buildings and the area during the various stops. Like other cities that had large populations of Jews who moved away, it was sad to see buildings that no longer had the same Jewish connection that they had years ago. I highly recommend this tour if you are interested in finding out more about the history of Jews in South Beach.
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5onagreatadventure 5:00 PM Mar 29, 2022
Wonderful, meaningful experience
Yesterday, our girlfriend treated us to a "private" walking tour of the Jewish history in South Beach, Miami as part of the Jewish Museum's programs given by Howard Brayer. It was a wonderful hour and three quarter tour of the area where we stopped at the homes and stores of the earliest Jewish settlers to the Miami area. Howard provided a most comprehensive narrative that was both informative and visually beautiful, and most of all fun! As a matter of fact nearby individuals came over to enjoy the explanations as they passed by. We can't wait to hire Howard to share him with our friends.
