Jewish Museum of Florida

The Jewish Museum of Florida occupies two connected historic buildings designed as a synagogue, featuring a copper dome and distinctive architectural details. Inside, the space displays eighty stained glass windows and a marble bimah, arranged to show how the original place of worship was organized.

The buildings were established in 1929 as Miami Beach's first synagogue when the growing Jewish community needed a permanent place to worship. Later they were transformed into a museum to preserve and display the history of Jewish life across Florida over 250 years.

The buildings served as gathering places where the Jewish community of Miami Beach held religious services and social events throughout the 20th century. The layout and decorative elements reflect how worshippers used these connected spaces for prayer and connection.

The museum is located on Washington Avenue in South Beach and is easily reached on foot or by a short drive. Plan ahead by making a reservation before your visit, as entry is managed to maintain quality of experience.

The collection holds more than 100,000 artifacts and documents telling stories from two centuries and beyond of Jewish settlement in Florida. This archive represents one of the most complete records of how this community developed across the state over time.

Location: Miami Beach

Opening Hours: Wednesday-Sunday 10:00-16:00; Holidays off

Website: https://jmof.fiu.edu

GPS coordinates: 25.77252,-80.13423

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:45