Jewish Museum of Florida-FIU

Yael W★★★★★★★★★★5.03 months ago

What a beautiful place to learn. I was delighted to find this museum and support it. We jumped on to an art deco talk they were hosting. Howard was really knowledgeable and taught us a lot about the architecture of the city. The Jewish exhibits inside the museum we're also quite lovely and meaningful. It inspired us and was curated beautifully. The woman at the front desk was also so helpful and inviting. Just an overall beautiful experience while visiting Miami Beach. Happy to see a Jewish historical sight so gorgeously preserved.

Irene Marcovici★★★★★★★★★★5.08 months ago

It was a day before Yom Kippur eve. I'm so pleased and thankful for Miami Beach community to support and keeping showing the importance of Jewish community history. Very impressed and genuinely touched. Thank you. Shana Tova & Gmar Hatima Tova

Edit Gyjakab★★★★★★★★★★5.0a month ago

A very pleasant visit. Peaceful quiet atmosphere, nice architecture inside-outside, simple and efficient, good taste interior design. There is a permanent exhibition with general info (ideal to learn basics about Jewish history, faith, traditions and customs AND their presence and pretty nice achievements in Miami - f. ex. think about doctors building a hospital whith their own hands at harsh times when they were forbidden to work) and there is also a changing temporary art exhibition. The one I saw at the end of February '26 was a textile artworks exhib. combined with photographs of Patricia San Pedro, displaying solid, nice artworks. I loved the place and the staff too. On some days of the week they offer free guided city walking tours in the nearby area. Howard is a passionate and absolutely well-prepared guide, he knows everything about the architecture of the Miami Beach area and also the inspiring history of many buildings and their former inhabitants. He has a fabulous memory and can capture your attention with the good old way of story-telling. He is happy to share his knowledge and this is contageous - you'll look at the houses differently afterwards. I loved every minute I spent on the tour and in the museum. When I came out I was feeling calmer, wiser, more understanding - and this is what a good museum is supposed to do. If you travel in that area, use the opportunity to learn something and meet kind and intelligent people.

Alireza Akbari★★★★★★★★★★5.02 years ago

During my recent visit to the Jewish Museum of Florida, I was pleasantly surprised by the depth and richness of the exhibits, which offer a comprehensive look into the Jewish community and their significant influence in shaping Miami. One of the most enlightening aspects of my visit was learning about the percentage of Jewish people in Miami and their cultural impact on the city. A highlight of my experience was interacting with Howard, a staff member who passionately described Miami’s history and architecture, with a particular focus on the Jewish community. Howard’s knowledge and enthusiasm significantly enhanced my visit, making the museum not just an educational experience but also a personal journey through the city’s Jewish heritage. While the museum does an excellent job of presenting historical and cultural information, I believe there’s room for improvement. Adding more sculptures and interactive elements could enrich the experience, offering a more dynamic and engaging way to connect with the exhibits.

Women Free★★★★★★★★★★5.04 years ago

I visited the JMF recently while on vacation in Florida. I live in Wisconsin but I emigrated to the US from Baghdad, Iraq in 2016. I was raised Muslim, but recently discovered my father’s family was Jewish. I am very interested in learning more about that part of my heritage. This museum is so beautiful and very informative. It really had an impact on me. Learning the history of the Jews in Miami was so moving and haunting. I highly recommend visiting this wonderful place. ❤️✡️