Coral Gables Museum

Housed in The Old Police and Fire Station in city centre Coral Gables, The Coral Gables Museum shines a spotlight on the 1920s planned community, nicknamed the City Beautiful. After the restoration and renovation of the historic building, the cultural organisation opened in 2011 to celebrate the civic arts of architecture and urban environmental design.

Through the museum’s enriching programming, exhibitions, and events, visitors from near and far gain a better sense of the cultural impact and historic landscape of Coral Gables. Along with the historic building, the museum is on the National Register of Historic Places and features additional galleries and outdoor spaces.

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The Coral Gables Museum fosters an appreciation for the history and cultural landscape of Coral Gables through original exhibits that appeal to a broad audience of children, couples, and families, as well as local, regional, and international visitors. Over the years, the museum has presented fascinating exhibits, such as “Creating the Dream: George E. Merrick and His Vision for Coral Gables” and “PURSEonality: A Stylish Handbag History.”

Events at the museum’s 5,000 square-foot plaza, including the popular First Gallery Nights and Jazz in the Gables, also attract the crowds to the museum throughout the year.

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The Coral Gables Museum offers a variety of tours to its visitors. There is a self-guided option via cell phone, as well as excursions on foot, by bike, and even a kayak tour. Inside the museum, visitors can view the former courtroom and jail cells of the building. The exterior is a mix of Depression Modern and Mediterranean Revival that will excite any architectural enthusiast.

Since 2013, the museum also serves as the Official Visitor Centre for the City Beautiful. The Coral Gables Museum is the perfect starting point to explore nearby points of interest, such as the Miracle Mile.

Location: 285 Aragon Ave, Coral Gables, FL 33134, USA

Open: Monday–Friday from noon to 6 pm, Saturday–Sunday from noon to 5 pm

Phone: +1 305-603-8067

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