I had the pleasure of visiting this museum after a free yoga class hosted by Miami Dade College as…read morean activation. The museum is beautiful, very modern, with a lot of interactive stations. It is also a lovely tribute to the Cuban immigration story to the United States, and their indelible impact on the development of Miami. They had real accounts of Cubans and how they were not only processed through the Freedom Tower but also glimpses into the Cuban exodus as a whole. I happened to go while the FIFA exhibit was still there, and was very impressed with what they were showcasing, but also how it was all presented. Overall, if you're visiting from out of town or a local who wants to learn more about Miami, this cool historic building (that once also housed the Miami Newspaper) is a definite must-see.

Had the opportunity to finally visit the Freedom Tower and was amazed by the architecture and…read morecurrent exhibitions. I came for one of the recent MoAD panels discussing Purvis Young and his work. Looking forward to coming back and spending more time with the exhibitions to really appreciate the work, history, and intention of the space.

We decided to do something spontaneous and heard about the botanical garden right next to our home,…read moreso figured we would take a stroll. It was lovely! From the moment you walk in you see a pond small cascading waterfall. As you walk in you start seeing beautiful canopies filled with purple flowers leading into a bamboo forest. This park is perfect for strolls and you can event rent out the gazebos for small parties or get together. As well as, free gazebos for hanging out. One of Hialeah Gardens hidden gems!!

Was looking for a peaceful, less crowded park in my area and, minus the mosquitos and bugs, was met…read morewith that! I went at around 5PM on a weekday to snap photos and relax, there were very few people around. There are several tiki huts with tables around for picnicking. I was a rookie and didn't bring any bug spray, so I couldn't really risk sitting around the water--the mosquitos instantly come out to bite. There's also a cute little maze, but go in at your own risk, there's spiders hiding! Very well kept garden/park, will be returning :)

This is a sister garden of the Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, located in Coconut Grove. It's…read moregated and you have to reserve your time and ticket in advance on their website. On the day of my reservation, there was a high chance for downpours. I wish we had had more than 5 minutes to walk around before the heavens opened and it started pouring rain. We did make it over to the water, but didn't really get to see the whole garden other than the area where we parked. You'll only need an hour or less to see this place, it's small. Would I go out of my way to visit? No, but if you're in the area and looking for something new, then go for it. Entry was a bit annoying as I had to get out of the car to reach the buzzer to have the gate opened. No one was answering so we wasted 5 minutes just trying to get in. All in all, interesting little garden, but no where as spectacular as Fairchild.

The Kampong is open by advance reservation to visitors Tuesday through Friday and is a 9 acres (3.6…read moreha) botanical garden in the Coconut Grove neighborhood of Miami, Florida, United States. It is one of the five gardens of the non-profit National Tropical Botanical Garden (NTBG). An admission fee is charged,The fee is 18.00 The Kampong was bought as a winter home by the famed horticulturalist David Fairchild and his wife Marian in 1916.For many years he managed the Department of Plant Introduction program of the U.S. Department of Agriculture in Washington, D.C., searching the world for plants that could be useful and successfully introduced into the United States. Fairchild introduced around 30,000 plant species and varietals into the U.S. At his home in Florida, Fairchild created a garden that contained many of the plants that he obtained throughout his trips. In 1931 Marian's sister Elsie and her husband, Gilbert Hovey Grosvenor, acquired the adjoining property on the north to use as their winter home.Fairchild and his wife made the Kampong their permanent home from 1928 until their deaths in 1954 and 1962 respectively. A year after David Fairchild's wife's death, the land was purchased by Catherine Hauberg Sweeney, a botanist and preservationist.[4] Sweeney maintained Fairchild's garden and was vital in its preservation for future use and study, securing its listing on the National Register of Historic Places. In 1984 Sweeney donated the property to the then Pacific Tropical Botanical Garden (now National Tropical Botanical Garden), and remained its principal sponsor until her death in 1995. The Kampong's first director from July 1996 to February 1998, Thomas Lodge, oversaw completion of The Fairchild-Sweeney House renovations. He also was key in researching David Fairchild's role in the establishment of Everglades National Park. Larry Schokman served as Mrs. Sweeney's superintendent for 11 years, until 1984 when The Kampong became part of the National Tropical Botanical Garden (NTBG), and Schokman became an NTBG employee. As director of horticulture and then assistant director under Lodge, Schokman maintained a close working and personal relationship with Sweeney until her death in 1995. He became director of The Kampong in 1998 and retired in August 2007. He died in October 2017. Following Schokman, David Lee was director of The Kampong from 2007 to 2009. Lee was formerly the chair of biological sciences at Florida International University, where he worked for 26 years. Lee helped to safeguard The Kampong's southern boundary from development encroachment, and provided guidance for The Kampong's board of governors. In 2009, Ann Parsons took on the role of director of The Kampong. Formerly the director of education at Norfolk Botanical Garden, Parsons, along with curator of living collections David T. Jones, were tasked with preserving the rich legacy of The Kampong while planning for the future. They are doing just that--in 2011, more than 5,000 guests visited the historic estate and garden through tours, educational programs and special events. Michael Maunder was Director from 2013 to 2016. Craig Morell, formerly the horticulturist at Pinecrest Gardens became the Director of The Kampong in 2017, retiring in May 2022. Appealing to a wider spectrum of visitors than ever before, The Kampong is an urban oasis with over 1200 species of fruit trees, palms, ethnobotanical plants and teaching collections for botanical study. These visitors are key in helping spread The Kampong message about the importance of protecting, preserving, and studying tropical plants. Today the Kampong's living collections include tropical fruits including pomelo, 23 cultivars of avocado, and 65 varieties of mango, palms, flowering trees, ficus, aroids, and bamboo.This garden serves as the mainland campus for the NTBG. In addition to the diverse living collections which are the core of The Kampong, there are living quarters for researchers and scientists, as well as meeting facilities for larger groups. The site is also well configured for weddings and outdoor functions of all varieties. The Fairchild-Sweeney House - designed by architect Edward Clarence Dean, constructed in 1928,as a combination of Spanish and Southeast Asian influences. A later renovation to the home incorporated more modern features and added a second floor over a portion of the home, resulting in an unusual blend of styles. Visitors included Thomas Edison and Henry

The Cruz Building is a breathtaking venue, known for its elegant architecture, exquisite decor,…read moreand romantic atmosphere. Perfect for quinceañeras , it offers exceptional service and an unforgettable experience.

I am so embarrassed, as kindly a fellow yelper said my review was funny as she thought it was an…read moreold building too, aka historical. It turns out I WAS WRONG, on a grand SCALE (2003 !!!). On further research it turns out this place is relatively new, see what I found out on the good old net - Originally constructed in 2003, the Cruz Building in Coconut Grove recently underwent some restoration work to its interior. The facade resembles a French row house, with natural keystone and travertine columns, iron balconies, authentic gas-flame lanterns, and Gothic stone sculptures. A good portion of the building's contents are architectural European and French New Orleans antiques. In my defense they do feature antiques inside, (pheww, I have a reputation to defend here!!!) What can I say? I love history, and they DID should an awesome job, it authentically looks old. I am still a fan and my review is still a 5 star.

This place is perfection. My friends have celebrated special occasions here, like weddings,…read morequinces, parties etc and they're always so successful and end up beautifully done. Located in Horse Country this spot automatically transports you out of Miamis typical scene. The ranch/farm like space is awesome to get creative and explore a dream event in here. Surrounded by greenery, horse stables and gazebos you're left with so much space and always making an airy feel. My favorite part is the hospitals of the owners, they're so warm, welcoming by and make you feel right at home. Love this spot and would highly recommend!

It's gorgeous! From the front gates driving onto the property, it looks grand, beautiful place for…read morea wedding, great property owner Mike Duarte.

At the MOAD in the Freedom Tower. Comprehensive displays on the history of the once immigration…read morecenter and Miami newspaper headquarters. Exhibitions included feather art using parrot feathers and dramatic myth painting pictured below. I was the first Asian to place a string on a map board showing immigration from Japan to America. Venue has many bathrooms and elevators. Pleasant staff and cute gift shop.

I am an old lady who often makes mistakes on the computer, and when I ordered a bracelet from the…read moremuseum my order reverted to my default address instead of the new one. I freaked out and called their number expecting no help. A young woman named Sloan answered the phone, understood immediately what happened, said no problem she would get back to me and within forty minutes got back to me saying the problem was solved. This service is unheard of in this age of bots and whatnot. From now on, I am doing all my shopping here.

Extremely disturbing experience…read more I visited The Ancient Spanish Monastery with a friend expecting to pay the advertised $10 admission. We simply wanted to visit the property and take normal pictures of each other while we were there -- no professional photographer, no equipment, and no commercial photoshoot. I was told that because I was "well dressed," I would need to pay over $300 to take pictures. I explained very clearly that this was NOT a professional photoshoot. What disturbed me most was the explanation I was given: I was told that if I had come wearing jeans and a shirt, I would not be charged the additional fee, but because I was wearing a long dress, jewelry, and had my makeup done, I looked like I had money and therefore could afford to pay more. I also felt racially profiled during this interaction and extremely uncomfortable with the assumptions being made about me. A visitor's admission or photography fee should not be determined by how expensive an employee thinks they look, what they are wearing, or how much money an employee assumes they have. If there is a legitimate photography policy, it should be clearly published and applied equally to everyone based on what they are doing -- not based on their clothing, jewelry, makeup, race, or perceived financial status. I came expecting to enjoy a historic and religious site. Instead, I left feeling singled out, judged, and discriminated against. For this to happen at a place of religious significance made the experience even more disappointing.

Visited on a weekday when there were very few visitors. This place is a hidden gem, so beautiful…read moreand peaceful to walk around and reflect. Short film on the history of, which is amazing!!! Definitely worth the stop.

Another of the original Wynwood galleries on NW 36th Street, they have now relocated to the Little…read moreRiver area (NE 72nd Street) to what I'm guessing is a former commercial warehouse with exposed concrete beams and next to a railroad track. In my opinion, the location alone makes it 5 stars. It also has plenty of parking. This past Sunday, for the Progressive Art Brunch, was actually my second or third visit at the new location. They had an exhibition by Anastasia Samoylova, a Russian artist who currently lives in South Florida. This exhibit seemed to focus on a slice of Americana with the artist driving along I-95 and finding interesting slices of life and buildings in multiple cities. Some of her pieces also seemed to be paintings on photographs. As far as the brunch part, they had a good selection of wine along with hummus, chips and other charcuterie. The owner has been there both of the exhibitions I've attended and is pleasant & knowledgeable.