From special events to family and adult programs there is something for everyone at the Historical Museum of Southern Florida (HMSF), so join in the fun. Engage in year-round cultural programs, events and activities that celebrate our ever-changing community.

Membership

Membership has its benefits – one being unique and creative member events that take place throughout the year. From our annual meeting to private preview receptions for exhibit openings, our members have the opportunity to participate in a variety of activities.

The 2nd Annual Bark Brunch held at the historic Raleigh Hotel on Sunday, September 6 will run from 10am – 12 pm. Come out for brunch and bring your four-legged friend for a relaxing good time in the Oasis (behind the unique shaped pool). It is sure to be a good time for both two-legged and four-legged attendees alike.

Call 305.375.5356 for tickets or sponsorship opportunities.

For a complete calendar of upcoming member events, visit the membership section of our website.

Special Events

In addition to membership events, the museum hosts two annual fundraisers. The money raised supports exhibitions and educational programs.

Miami International Map Fair
The first weekend of February, the Miami International Map Fair takes place at the Historical Museum. Map dealers and aficionados from the four corners of the world come out to browse and buy antique maps.

Adult Programs

Thursday Evening Programs
Explore History & the Arts on third Thursdays with the Historical Museum of Southern Florida. These evening programs feature panel discussions, presentations and interactive forums related to the exhibitions on display at the museum.

Historic Tours
Want to take an interesting guided community tour to learn about the history of Miami? Well, jump on board with HMSF’s historian Dr. Paul George as he recounts stories and tells you little-known facts about various topics of Miami history. From walking and bike tours to boat and coach tours, Dr. George has a variety of historic tours to choose from.

Is the ecosystem and history more your style? Then an eco-history tour with our eco-historian Frank W. Schena is what you are looking for. Frank’s tours also range from walking tours to Tour season runs from September – June each year.

Travel Programs
Turn your vacation into a learning experience! A few times a year, the Historical Museum plans trips to great destinations that include exclusive museum group events and tours.

This year the museum takes a coach to the Dry Tortugas for a weekend adventure and sets sail on the Carnival Destiny M/S for a week in the Turks & Caicos. Visit our travel programs (link to travel programs page) page for details.

Family and Children Programming
The Historical Museum offers a fun variety of programs for children and families to enjoy and learn.

Family Fun Days
Start your weekend off Art-making, music activities, storytelling and mini-tours of our exhibits for you and your family to enjoy every second Saturday of the month (starting in September).

Tropical Explorers Camps (Spring Break, Summer, Winter and Teacher Planning Days)
A camp for every season, from winter break camp to summer break camp and all teacher work days in between with Discovery Day Camps. Children must be between the ages of 6-12 to participate.

Over Night Camp-Ins
During an overnight learning adventure inside the museum gallery, campers have fun while learning about South Florida history.