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The Wolfsonian–FIU
Art Gallery and Art Museum
Flamingo-Lummus, Miami Beach
Has a stamp of approval from Travel + Leisure and Miami.com
"Fun, eclectic museum!"(2 Tips)
"Free admission on Friday evenings too!"(2 Tips)
"passionate collector-wanderer Mitchell Wolfson"(2 Tips)
"anything from propaganda posters and books to toasters and clocks"(2 Tips)
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Belen EstacioDecember 29, 2012Washington ave's best kept secret. This is my go to store for gifts for anyone and all occasions. My fave thing is to get cappuccino and browse their books for hours!
Travel + LeisureSeptember 30, 2013Micky Wolfson’s object collection is meant to showcase the “persuasive power of art and design.” You’ll see propaganda posters by Ben Shahn, World’s Fair souvenirs, and mid-20th-century appliances.
Conrad Hotels & ResortsMarch 18, 2016Step away from the beach and discover installations exposing the core archeology of US industry and score sophisticated accessories and design journals from the gift shop Read more
Jody WasbroAugust 11, 2021My discerning teenagers loved this space. They enjoyed learning about the history along the exhibit. The gift shop was a highlight as well.
Surface MagazineNovember 25, 2015It’s a one-stop shop with its boutique and café where museum goers can pick up kitsch-meets-cool wares, or enjoy a coffee. Read more
Anna SotnikovaOctober 31, 2017The collection is so small, doesn't worth 12$ per ticket. Come on Friday's evening for free. The building itself is beautiful example of art deco. Good gift shop.- 🐼 JackieDecember 24, 2016Fun, eclectic museum! Saw it for free on a Friday night and then enjoyed a latte in the cafe.
The Ritz-CarltonSeptember 19, 2012You already know the Wolfsonian boasts the best collection of design classics in Miami but sometimes its exterior is used an illuminated canvas for selected works. Watch this [wall] space.- Michael FigueiredoAugust 9, 2014Cool exhibits showcasing modern art. Free admission on Friday evenings too!
Art Directors ClubMarch 26, 2013A museum nestled in the Art Deco District of Miami Beach where the ADC Design Night Celebration hosted by Oliviero Toscani will take place on Wednesday, April 3 from 6-10 PM.
Michael TeigenJune 4, 2010The Wolfsonian-FIU is a museum located in the heart of historic Miami Beach, within easy walking distance of the world-famous Art Deco hotels. Its fascinating collection of objects from the modern era Read more
Michael BoyleOctober 19, 2012Great on a rainy day. A beautiful curated collection. I would love to see it become America's V&A- Michael McDonaldAugust 23, 2018This art gallery is an extension of FIU and is a great place to escape the Florida heat.
Ernie HsiungMarch 22, 2012They have a cafe that serves soups and sandwiches which is actually pretty nice! They have wifi as well.
The Transit NavigatorOctober 2, 2011Great museum that focuses much more on design advances than traditional art. See how the products we use everyday have progressed over the years!
VISU ARTISTSApril 1, 2013Check out their design books, banned literature and exhibition catalogs in the cafe.
Ross GuthrieDecember 22, 2010Go here insteaf od the Bass. The permanant exhibits are well put together. The two exhibitions "Speed" & "Green Porno" are great!
Florida Grand OperaMay 1, 2013Join our Young Artist for a #FREE concert this Friday (May 3 2013) http://ow.ly/kBpKz
Tati HeckertApril 10, 2013É um belo museu que usa a evolução do design para mostrar a trajetória recente da espécie humana, um dos museus mais interessantes nos States.- Ines BarailleOctober 20, 2015Superbe musée où on apprend plus sur la période Art Deco ! À faire si on est de passage à Miami Beach !
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A Miami Beach museum exploring the inventive and provocative character of the modern world
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- 10:00 AM–6:00 PM
- Fri
- 10:00 AM–9:00 PM
- Sun
- Noon–6:00 PM
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- 8.4
"Always free art to see here! One of south Florida cultural gems!"
Mike Marshall - 8.1
"Make sure to ask for Randell. Very knowledgeable, attentive, patient, and he made our experience so enjoyable! Already looking forward to finding our next meaningful Britto!"
Jason Magin - 9.1
"Great show during art basel however poor lightening for most exhibition on display which in turn didn't show them well"
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"Everything on the menu is amazing....even the fried chicken!"
Christine Stiphany - 8.4
"The food at this place is amazing, classic American style food with big portions and reasonable prices. I would recommend the blueberry pancakes and any milkshake from the plethora of flavours."
Nick Shiers - 7.4
"Staff is awesome and the service is quick!"
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