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Jewish Museum of Florida-FIU

301 Washington Ave., Miami Beach, FL 33139 (South Pointe)
305-672-5044
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Ranked #10 of 41 attractions in Miami Beach
Type: History Museums, Specialty Museums
Owner description: 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... more » Owner description: 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, several films, Timeline Wall of Jewish history, museum Store filled with unique items and Bessie's Bistro complete the experience for visitors of all ages and backgrounds. The museum is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums. « less
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Maine
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2013 NEW

We visited here a few weeks after seeing the Jewish Museum in Vienna -- a big well-funded place that tries to tell the story of European Jews and does a pretty good job. JMF is much more of a local and authentic story. Maybe it was less educational, maybe you have to read more to get it, but it was... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013 NEW

I especially appreciated the Inez Hollander's "Miami Mosaic" and her gritty and insightful portraits of locals.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 1, 2013

We didn't have a lot of time to spare the day we went here unfortunately and wished we could have stayed longer. The volunteer who explained the history of the building and of the Jewish people of Florida was a fascinating guy, so interesting with lots of information. The stained glass windows are beautiful and the central ceiling light exceptionally... More

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Miami, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 18, 2013

Miami's Jewish History and other memorable traveling exhibits. Around the corner from Joe's, and in an area that was once totally Jewish.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 15, 2013

This museum has a great history of the Jewish people in Florida. It is eye-opening. What a lovely shop and the prices are very reasonable. There is a security guard in the front almost 24 hours a day--a sad comment on the fear Jews still have to live with.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 8, 2013

This museum, housed in two beautiful old synagogues, presents the past in many ways...an interesting video, displays on various topics, paper hand outs with timelines and an educational display that would catch the interest of children of all ages. The staff are polite and helpful without imposing. Lovely gift shop with Judaica to purchase.

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Orlando, Florida USA
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 5, 2013

I actually visited the Jewish Museum about a year ago. It has a wonderful collection about Florida Jewish history. Highly recommended.

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed January 31, 2013

This museum give you the history of jewish community,beliefs,ways and the one that are still in the area. Close location south beach so you ever around that area, good to see.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 28, 2013

This museum is in an original temple in the area, and gives a great background on Jewish history in South Beach and the US. Worth a visit to gain an understanding of the traditions and beliefs.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 24, 2013

This museum is in two historic synagogues that are no longer used for worship. We didn't expect it to be as interesting as it was -- there is a wealth of information there and it is displayed in a creative way. One of the things that particularly struck us is how much discrimination there was against Jews in real estate... More

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