Jewish Museum of Florida

The Jewish Museum of Florida is located on Miami Beach and documents the history and experience of Jewish communities in Florida. The institution is housed in two restored historic synagogue buildings and presents exhibitions, archival material, and public programs related to Jewish life in the state.

Permanent and temporary exhibitions cover immigration, community life, religious practice, and cultural contributions of Florida’s Jewish population, and the museum maintains archival collections and recorded oral histories. Programming often includes exhibitions, talks, and educational events focused on regional history rather than on international Jewish art collections.

The museum was established to preserve the historical record of Jewish Floridians and to make those materials accessible to researchers and the public; its presence in restored synagogue buildings ties the institutional mission to the built history of Miami Beach’s Jewish community.

The museum sits in the South Beach area of Miami Beach, within the city’s historic Art Deco district and a short walk from the Atlantic Ocean and nearby pedestrian shopping streets.

• Site and collections: Housed in two restored historic synagogue buildings on Miami Beach, the museum preserves artifacts, archives, and oral histories documenting Jewish life in Florida.

The museum is in Miami Beach’s historic district on Washington Avenue. From Miami Beach landmarks such as Lummus Park or Ocean Drive it’s an easy 5-10 minute walk. Public buses and ride-hailing services serve the area; street parking and nearby public lots are available.

• Allow 60-90 minutes to tour both historic synagogues and the temporary exhibits.
• Check the museum calendar for lectures and walking tours-these often provide local social history not in the displays.
• The museum is in Miami Beach's South Beach area-combine with a walk on Ocean Drive but expect tourist crowds.