HistoryMiami

Miami's history is complex, so it's a good thing there's an institution like HistoryMiami to help sort through the city's past. In addition to a vast collection of South Florida-related artifacts—more than 37,000 in all, dating all the way back to the pre-Colombian era—the museum (a Smithsonian affiliate) produces a variety of exhibitions, hands-on learning programs, research projects, and tours.