The 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 (1885-1945) focuses on how art and design
shape and reflect the human experience. The museum further engages the visitor
by complementing its collection with thought-provoking discussions of the
context and connection among its objects. We encourage visitors to explore
the material culture of the past to better understand its relevance to the
present. Please direct your comments or any
media-related questions to pr@thewolf.fiu.edu or 305.535.2622.
Please contact
julieth@thewolf.fiu.edu to receive e-mail news about exhibition openings, films,
lectures, and much more.
LOCATION
1001 Washington Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33139
At the corner of 10th Street and Washington Avenue
Tel: 305.531.1001
Fax: 305 531.2133
GALLERY HOURS
Saturday,
Sunday, Monday, Tuesday:
noon - 6pm
Thursday and Friday: noon - 9pm
Closed Wednesday.
*Free admission after 6pm on Fridays
Closed on the following holidays: Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, New Year's Day, and July Fourth.
Baby strollers are permitted.
Photography is permitted only in the lobby. No photographs taken in the
museum may be reproduced, distributed, or sold without written permission
from the museum.
The use of cellular phones is not permitted in the museum's galleries or
auditorium.
PARKING
Parking garages are conveniently located at 7th Street and
Collins Avenue, and 13th Street and Collins Avenue. Metered street parking
is available, please be sure to heed all residential zone parking restrictions when
parking in South Beach. As a reminder, on all non-holiday weekdays from 7am
to 6pm parking is permitted in the residential zones of South Beach.
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION ACCESS
Miami-Dade Transit Metro Bus Routes C, H, K, and W have stops along Washington Avenue.
ADMISSION
Adults: $7, plus State of Florida sales tax
Seniors, students with valid ID, and children 6-12: $5, plus State of
Florida sales tax
Wolfsonian members, children under
six, and students, faculty, and staff of the State University System of
Florida are admitted free.
SPECIAL NEEDS
The Wolfsonian meets all ADA requirements. If you require special
arrangements, please call the Visitor Services Manager at 305.535.2648 or
e-mail
visitorservices@thewolf.fiu.edu.
ADULT GROUP
TOURS
The Wolfsonian welcomes groups of visitors and extends its exhibition and
educational resources to everyone. Tours can be tailored to specific
interests with a duration of thirty to ninety minutes. Docent-led
group tours are available at $10 per person; reduced rates for persons with
financial hardship only; minimum group size is 10 persons. Groups wishing to
tour museum prior to opening hours or on closed days will incur additional
security fees. Reservations must be made at least two weeks in advance by
contacting the Visitor Services Manager at 305.535.2648 or e-mail
visitorservices@thewolf.fiu.edu.
Groups wishing to dine on site may contact the Visitor Services Manager at 305.535.2648 or e-mail visitorservices@thewolf.fiu.edu. Boxed or plated lunches or an afternoon tea service are available to groups making arrangements at least two weeks in advance of visit.
SCHOOL GROUP TOURS
All education related school groups receive complimentary admission. Please visit the Education and Research section of the website for more information on school tours. School groups should contact the Education department at 305.535.2684 or e-mail education@thewolf.fiu.edu.
GUIDED TOURS
Guided tours for the general public are held every Thursday and Friday evening at 6pm. Friday evening admission and tour are complimentary. Learn more about our historic building, collection themes, and museum founder, Mitchell Wolfson, Jr. Evening tour includes one gallery floor.
CHECKROOM
Backpacks, long umbrellas, and large bags above 11 X 15” must be checked in.
DYNAMO MUSEUM SHOP AND CAFÉ
The Wolfsonian-FIU’s
Museum shop and Café, The Dynamo,
provides South Beach
with a unique venue for thoughtful contemplation and interaction with
genuine artifacts.
Visitors
can enjoy a glass of wine and browse the museum’s exclusive line of
merchandise relating to the themes and period of the objects on view in
the galleries, or find new reading material from the shop’s selection of
books on design and social history, banned literature and design
journals. Discover The
Dynamo Museum Shop and Café.
Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, Sunday: noon - 6pm
Thursday and Friday: noon - 9pm
Closed Wednesday
FACILITY RENTAL
The Wolfsonian's elegant facilities provide a special environment for an
array of corporate and private functions. Its auditorium, conference room,
and entrance lobby may be rented for
meetings, conferences, social events, and parties. For information, call
the Membership Office at 305.535.2631 or e-mail membership@thewolf.fiu.edu.
For further information on the Wolfsonian's historic buildings, see the
Collection section of this Web site.
FACILITY RENTAL
Click here to download facility rental rates, guidelines and terms document.
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