Cultural and Historical Sites

Lowe Art Museum

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The Lowe Art Museum in Coral Gables is part of the esteemed University of Miami campus. The Lowe is the largest collecting art museum in the South Florida region and one of only a few in the entire state with such a far-reaching collection. The Lowe contains about 5,000 years of world art in stimulating exhibits. Bring the kids over to experience what different cultures have created to express themselves all while in the cool comfort of air conditioning.

Venetian Pool

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The Venetian Pool is an aquatic facility unlike any other in the country. It has been enjoyed by hundreds of thousands of people from all over the world, and is still one of the main tourist attractions for those visiting the City of Coral Gables.

The pool was created in 1923 from a coral rock quarry, where much of the original coral rock was used to border and further accentuate the pool. It also features two large historic lookout towers, with a view to the City Beautiful.

Crane Point Museum & Nature Center

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Crane Point Museum and Nature Center is located in Marathon right on the Overseas highway.  Find some time to explore the peaceful environs of the Keys wile hiking one of the trails on Crane Point.  Explore the Hammock loop with signs helping you to identify the trees you will see on the path or the Butterfly Meadow trail with native plants that attract zebra longwings, gulf fritillaries and swallowtails.  Visit the historic Adderley House which is the oldest house in the Keys outside of Key West.

Norton Museum of Art

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***The Museum reopened on July 5 after a five-week hiatus to re-install galleries and prep for construction. Admission is FREE for all through December 2018! Be sure to visit the reinstalled galleries to view your favorite works in a new context. ***

Florida Keys Wild Bird Center

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For the bird watcher in all of us the Florida Keys Wild Bird Center is a sanctuary for native and migratory birds. It's mission, to rescue, rehab, and release birds that have been harmed or displaced. As a public service this establishment also aims to educate the importance of this conservation effort. Visitors enjoy a boardwalk stroll to stop at various aviaries along the way. With species like the Broad Winged Hawk, Turkey Vultes, a Horned and Barred Owel, Pelicans and much more, you are sure to be inspired by these wonderful creatures.

Key West Aquarium

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One of the most unique aquariums around and the oldest attraction on the island. The Key West Aquarium has engaged visitors since 1934. Come join us and see for yourself the beautiful indigenous sea-creatures of Key West and the Florida Keys.

Henry Morrison Flagler Museum

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The Flagler Museum allows visitors a glimpse into past Palm Beach glamour and fame.  The wonderful historic home to Henry Flagler showcases furnishings from the early 1900s.  The home, White Hall, was completed in 1902.  This estate was his private 75-room, 100,000 square foot winter home.  Henry M. Flagler was a key figure in the development of South Florida and is known as the Father of Miami as well as the founder of Palm Beach.

Boca Raton Children's Museum

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The Boca Raton Children's Museum is housed in one of the oldest buildings in the city of Boca Raton.  Its admission is kept affordable through the donations and fundraising done by the organization.  Interactive play activities include: Ricketts Corner Store gives children the opportunity to shop the old fashion way in this replica of Boca Raton’s first grocery. It is one of the favorite activities for children of all ages.

Boca Museum of Art

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The Boca Museum of Art is located in the Mizner plaza in east Boca Raton, adjacent to the Mizner Amphitheater.  This location was built in 2001 and houses a permanent collection, traveling exhibits, an art school, store and public meeting spaces.