Rubell Museum, Contemporary art museum in Allapattah, Miami, US
The Rubell Museum is a contemporary art museum in Allapattah, Miami, located in converted industrial buildings redesigned by Selldorf Architects. The space includes exhibition galleries, a library for research, a restaurant, a performance space, and a bookstore that serve the visiting public.
The museum was founded in 1964 by Don and Mera Rubell as a private collection before becoming a public institution. The move from Wynwood to Allapattah in 2019 marked a turning point in Miami's growing role as an international art center.
The museum's name comes from the Rubell family who founded it, and visitors experience the space as a gathering place where conversations about art naturally emerge. The way contemporary works fill the former industrial buildings creates a sense of art being woven into everyday life rather than set apart.
The museum offers parking on its grounds, making access straightforward for those arriving by car. It is worth checking ahead which areas are open, as not all sections may be available at the same time.
The museum's residency program brings living artists to create new works onsite during their stay. Visitors sometimes observe artists at work, gaining insight into the creative process in ways that go beyond a typical museum visit.
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