BOOK EVENT: George Merrick: Son of the South Wind by Arva Moore Parks

Coral Gables Museum 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL, United States

Join us for the first book sales and book signing by author and historian Arva Moore Parks launches her highly anticipated book George Merrick, Son of the South Wind: Visionary Creator of Coral Gables. Parks is the former chief curator, interim director, and chair of the Coral Gables Museum. She is the author of numerous […]

Downtown Walking Tour

Coral Gables Museum 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL, United States

Stroll through the bustling business district of Coral Gables. This thriving area began in the 1920s. Did you know the Colonnade Hotel was once the Coral Gables Sales Center? Or that electric trolleys once connected downtown Coral Gables to downtown Miami? Visit historic Mediterranean Revival buildings, including a former Ford dealership, outdoor theater, and riding […]

Gables Bike Tour: BIRTHDAY BASH

Coral Gables Museum 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL, United States

Join us to celebrate the City's 90th and Bike Walk Coral Gables' Founder Robert Ruano's 50th birthdays with a Gables landmark tour followed by a party on the Museum Plaza with live music, great eats, cold beer and more! It's Biketober Fest! Join us for fun, educational bicycle tours through The City Beautiful every 3rd […]

American Women in France, WWI: Their Contribution

Coral Gables Museum 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL, United States

Join us for wine, hors d'oeuvres, and presentation by Marilyn Hoder-Salmon as we focus on the exhibit Anne Morgan's War: American Women Rebuilding France, 1917-1924." Under the leadership of Anne Morgan, several hundred American women gathered in France to assist in the rebuilding of the war devastated nation. Their extraordinary determination and accomplishment was well-documented, […]

Party on the Plaza

Coral Gables Museum 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL, United States

Tickets now on sale! The Coral Gables Museum Young Associates’ 5th Annual Party on the Plaza, takes on a new theme – Miami’s Vice. This annual outdoor cocktail party on the Museum’s Plaza attracts a stellar crowd and this year’s event hosted by Fusion anchor Nando Vila will feature live music by Radio Stereo, DJ […]

Ludlam Trail Fall Fest at AD Barnes Park

Coral Gables Museum 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL, United States

Friends of Ludlam Trail and Florida East Coast Industries are excited to invite you to the first public bike ride on the Ludlam Trail, Saturday, November 7, from 10 am – 2 pm. Join us as we ride the trail for the first time from AD Barnes Park to SW 80 Street and back. The […]

Downtown Walking Tour

Coral Gables Museum 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL, United States

Stroll through the bustling business district of Coral Gables. This thriving area began in the 1920s. Did you know the Colonnade Hotel was once the Coral Gables Sales Center? Or that electric trolleys once connected downtown Coral Gables to downtown Miami? Visit historic Mediterranean Revival buildings, including a former Ford dealership, outdoor theater, and riding […]

Community Sustainability Visioning Workshop

Coral Gables Museum 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL, United States

The public is encouraged to attend! Over the past year, the City of Coral Gables has been creating a Sustainability Master Plan that once it is  finalized, will serve as a roadmap to guide its efforts and decision making over the next 10 years to make the city a more sustainable and resilient community.  The […]

free

One Day Camp

Coral Gables Museum 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL, United States

Celebrate Veteran’s Day at CGM! Participate in a fun Army-style obstacle course, enjoy a children’s exhibit tour of Anne Morgan’s War: American Women Rebuilding France, 1917 -1924, enjoy patriotic arts and crafts, and meet a local member of our Armed Forces! No school, no problem! Come to CGM for a full-day of fun on your […]

Bat Watch Event

Coral Gables Museum 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL, United States

Bring the whole family to a Friday the 13th Bat Watch event at Granada Golf Course at sundown. Come and witness the endangered bonneted bats soaring overhead in a haunting spectacle of flight! A brief educational talk about these endangered species will be provided by Giselle Hosein, director of the Miami Bat Squad. Meet just […]

Free

Downtown Walking Tour

Coral Gables Museum 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL, United States

Stroll through the bustling business district of Coral Gables. This thriving area began in the 1920s. Did you know the Colonnade Hotel was once the Coral Gables Sales Center? Or that electric trolleys once connected downtown Coral Gables to downtown Miami? Visit historic Mediterranean Revival buildings, including a former Ford dealership, outdoor theater, and riding […]

Family Day

Coral Gables Museum 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL, United States

Salute our Troops in honor of Veteran’s Day! Watch a performance by members of the 13th Army Band. Meet a soldier from the Armed Forces! Take a kid-friendly tour of our current exhibit, “Anne Morgan’s War: American Women Rebuilding France, 1917-1924.” Drop off donations for military care packages. Free.

Free

A WHEELIE GREAT RIDE! Bike Tour

Coral Gables Museum 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL, United States

WHEELS 2015 is a 5-day event promoting bikes, transit, and trails for travel, exercise, & fun in and around South Miami, November 11-15, 2015. Join us to celebrate this great initiative! This bike tour starts at the Museum and takes the M-Path. Presented by Coral Gables Museum and Bike Walk Coral Gables. Bike rentals and […]

Exhibit Tour of “Creating the Dream”

Coral Gables Museum 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL, United States

Drop in and enjoy a guided tour of “Creating the Dream: George Merrick and His Vision for Coral Gables,” and exhibition about the Gables’ founder and developer George Merrick. Learn how Merrick went from thirteen-year old farmer’s son to development king! This inspiring American story addresses local history and urban design. Free with Museum admission.

Free Yoga on the Museum Loggia

Coral Gables Museum 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL, United States

Our new neighbors jugofresh present Yoga del Barrio: Coral Gables Edition. The third Wednesday of each month! Great instructors!

Free

Give Miami Day

Coral Gables Museum 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL, United States

Go to givemiamiday.org and support Coral Gables Museum! Your tax deductible donation (minimum $25) will be maximized and put to good use!

Downtown Walking Tour

Coral Gables Museum 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL, United States

Stroll through the bustling business district of Coral Gables. This thriving area began in the 1920s. Did you know the Colonnade Hotel was once the Coral Gables Sales Center? Or that electric trolleys once connected downtown Coral Gables to downtown Miami? Visit historic Mediterranean Revival buildings, including a former Ford dealership, outdoor theater, and riding […]

Exhibit Tour of “Creating the Dream”

Coral Gables Museum 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL, United States

Drop in and enjoy a guided tour of “Creating the Dream: George Merrick and His Vision for Coral Gables,” and exhibition about the Gables’ founder and developer George Merrick. Learn how Merrick went from thirteen-year old farmer’s son to development king! This inspiring American story addresses local history and urban design.  Free with Museum admission.

One Day Camp

Coral Gables Museum 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL, United States

Join us for a Fall Harvest Party! Make pumpkin pie, enjoy harvest games, and participate in a pumpkin hunt to discover the exciting history of our building, the old police and fire station of the City of Coral Gables! No school, no problem! Come to CGM for a full-day of fun on your next teacher […]

Downtown Walking Tour

Coral Gables Museum 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL, United States

Stroll through the bustling business district of Coral Gables. This thriving area began in the 1920s. Did you know the Colonnade Hotel was once the Coral Gables Sales Center? Or that electric trolleys once connected downtown Coral Gables to downtown Miami? Visit historic Mediterranean Revival buildings, including a former Ford dealership, outdoor theater, and riding […]

Waterway Canoe Tour

Coral Gables Museum 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL, United States

Enjoy a day out on the Coral Gables Waterway, a man-made system of canals that added 40 miles of waterfront to the City from Biscayne Bay through the residential section to the grand golf course at the Biltmore Hotel. This is a leisure canoeing experience led by EcoAdventure and Coral Gables Museum staff that encompasses […]

Exhibit Tour of “Creating the Dream”

Coral Gables Museum 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL, United States

Drop in and enjoy a guided tour of “Creating the Dream: George Merrick and His Vision for Coral Gables,” and exhibition about the Gables’ founder and developer George Merrick. Learn how Merrick went from thirteen-year old farmer’s son to development king! This inspiring American story addresses local history and urban design. Free with Museum admission.

Clyde Butcher Book Signing Event 7pm-8pm

Coral Gables Museum 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL, United States

Do not miss this unique opportunity to meet the artist and walk away with a personalized book for yourself or a friend. Books and other merchandise will be available for purchase in the Museum Gift Shop. This evening marks the exhibit premiere of “The Natural World Along Tamiami Trail: Photographs by Clyde Butcher.” Free.

Free

The Natural World Along Tamiami Trail: Photographs by Clyde Butcher – 6pm

Coral Gables Museum 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL, United States

Opening Exhibit December 4, 2015 – February 28, 2016 A solo exhibition by celebrated photographer Clyde Butcher, this exhibit encourages you to open your eyes and see the natural beauty that exists along the ‘trail’. Clyde has lived in the Big Cypress National Preserve for twenty years and as he drives back and forth along […]

Downtown Walking Tour – $10; $5 for members, includes Museum admission

Coral Gables Museum 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL, United States

Stroll through Coral Gables’ bustling business district to discover local history and architectural heritage. Visit the 1920s Mediterranean style hotels, the first car dealership and an outdoor theater! Did you know that pink electric trolley cars ran throughout the city from 1926 to 1935? Tour starts at the Museum and ends at Seasons 52 on […]

$10

Exhibit Tour – free with paid admission

Coral Gables Museum 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL, United States

Drop in and enjoy a guided tour of “Creating the Dream: George Merrick and His Vision for Coral Gables,” and exhibition about the Gables’ founder and developer George Merrick. Learn how Merrick went from thirteen-year old farmer’s son to development king! This inspiring American story addresses local history and urban design. Free with Museum admission. […]

Annual Firefighters Holiday Toy Drive and Firefighter Calendar KICK OFF!

Coral Gables Museum 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL, United States

The City of Coral Gables and the Coral Gables Museum invite you to the Annual Toy Drive Kick Off featuring the launch of the 2016 Coral Gables Firefighter Calendar, holiday refreshments and a cash bar to benefit the Coral Gables Museum. Bring an unwrapped new toy and receive a complimentary calendar! Toys will be collected […]

Free

Professional Development Workshop: Clyde Butcher and Trailblazers exhibits

Coral Gables Museum 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL, United States

Spend a morning at the Museum, and earn 4 master plan points. Teachers will tour the exhibits “The Natural World Along Tamiami Trail: Photographs by Clyde Butcher” and “Trailblazers: The Perilous Story of the Tamiami Trail.” This workshop will be interactive and participants will engage with museum exhibitions that are aligned with STEAM initiatives. Professional […]

$30

Downtown Walking Tour – $10; $5 for members, includes Museum admission

Coral Gables Museum 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL, United States

Stroll through Coral Gables’ bustling business district to discover local history and architectural heritage. Visit the 1920s Mediterranean style hotels, the first car dealership and an outdoor theater! Did you know that pink electric trolley cars ran throughout the city from 1926 to 1935? Tour starts at the Museum and ends at Seasons 52 on […]

Family Day – FREE!

Coral Gables Museum 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL, United States

Jingle all the way to the Museum Plaza for our snow machine! Enjoy a performance by Miami Royal Ballet. Listen to a special Holiday performance by Miami Youth for Chamber Music. Build a gingerbread house with graham crackers and candy, and enjoy Holiday-themed arts and crafts. Join us for Family Day on Aragon every second […]

Free

Exhibit Tour of “Ludlam Trail 2020”

Coral Gables Museum 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL, United States

Drop in and enjoy a guided tour of “Ludlam Trail 2020” by project manager Eric Katz. Learn where we are in the public process to transform this abandoned railway line into a world-class linear park! Museum admission applies.

Free Yoga on the Museum Loggia

Coral Gables Museum 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL, United States

Our new neighbors jugofresh present Yoga del Barrio: Coral Gables Edition. The third Wednesday of each month! Great instructors!

Free

Downtown Walking Tour – $10; $5 for members, includes Museum admission

Coral Gables Museum 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL, United States

Stroll through Coral Gables’ bustling business district to discover local history and architectural heritage. Visit the 1920s Mediterranean style hotels, the first car dealership and an outdoor theater! Did you know that pink electric trolley cars ran throughout the city from 1926 to 1935? Tour starts at the Museum and ends at Seasons 52 on […]

$10

Gables Bike Tour: Holiday Road

Coral Gables Museum 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL, United States

Get into the spirit by riding and visiting Gables’ most festive holiday decorations including Merrick Park, Biltmore Way, Coral Gables Methodist Church, and the Coral Gables Merrick House! There will be Eggnog at the end of the bike ride. Join us for fun, educational bicycle tours through The City Beautiful every 3rd Sunday of every […]

$10

Exhibit Tour – free with paid admission

Coral Gables Museum 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL, United States

Drop in and enjoy a guided tour of “Creating the Dream: George Merrick and His Vision for Coral Gables,” and exhibition about the Gables’ founder and developer George Merrick. Learn how Merrick went from thirteen-year old farmer’s son to development king! This inspiring American story addresses local history and urban design. Free with Museum admission.

Winter Camp

Coral Gables Museum 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL, United States

Need to keep the kids busy while you’re out holiday shopping? Children will love celebrating the holidays, making crafts and playing games with all their friends at CGM! Discover how people around the world celebrate holidays and traditions! Enjoy holiday arts and crafts, a delicious chocolate party and a snow day with magical Snowonder! Registration […]

Winter Camp

Coral Gables Museum 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL, United States

Need to keep the kids busy while you’re out holiday shopping? Children will love celebrating the holidays, making crafts and playing games with all their friends at CGM! Discover how people around the world celebrate holidays and traditions! Enjoy holiday arts and crafts, a delicious chocolate party and a snow day with magical Snowonder! Registration […]

Downtown Holiday Luncheon at the Coral Gables Museum

Coral Gables Museum 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL, United States

Come one, come all to a holiday party at the Coral Gables Museum, featuring a live performance by Brenda Alford and the Holiday Jazz Band, a feast buffet, and an open bar! The festively-decorated Museum features indoor and outdoor spaces in which to eat, drink and be merry! Tickets are $30 per person. To purchase […]

Winter Camp

Coral Gables Museum 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL, United States

Need to keep the kids busy while you’re out holiday shopping? Children will love celebrating the holidays, making crafts and playing games with all their friends at CGM! Discover how people around the world celebrate holidays and traditions! Enjoy holiday arts and crafts, a delicious chocolate party and a snow day with magical Snowonder! Registration […]

Downtown Walking Tour – $10; $5 for members, includes Museum admission

Coral Gables Museum 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL, United States

Stroll through Coral Gables’ bustling business district to discover local history and architectural heritage. Visit the 1920s Mediterranean style hotels, the first car dealership and an outdoor theater! Did you know that pink electric trolley cars ran throughout the city from 1926 to 1935? Tour starts at the Museum and ends at Seasons 52 on […]

WATERWAY CANOE TOUR

Coral Gables Museum 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL, United States

Enjoy a day out on the Coral Gables Waterway, a man-made system of canals that added 40 miles of waterfront to the City from Biscayne Bay through the residential section to the grand golf course at the Biltmore Hotel. This is a leisure canoeing experience led by EcoAdventure and Coral Gables Museum staff that encompasses […]

Exhibit Tour – free with paid admission

Coral Gables Museum 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL, United States

Drop in and enjoy a guided tour of “Creating the Dream: George Merrick and His Vision for Coral Gables,” and exhibition about the Gables’ founder and developer George Merrick. Learn how Merrick went from thirteen-year old farmer’s son to development king! This inspiring American story addresses local history and urban design. Free with Museum admission.

Winter Camp

Coral Gables Museum 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL, United States

Need to keep the kids busy while you’re out holiday shopping? Children will love celebrating the holidays, making crafts and playing games with all their friends at CGM! Explore the most festive New Year’s celebrations around the world! Create your own noisemaker, silly hats and ring in the Noon Year at our Noon-Year’s Eve party! […]

Winter Camp

Coral Gables Museum 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL, United States

Need to keep the kids busy while you’re out holiday shopping? Children will love celebrating the holidays, making crafts and playing games with all their friends at CGM! Explore the most festive New Year’s celebrations around the world! Create your own noisemaker, silly hats and ring in the Noon Year at our Noon-Year’s Eve party! […]

Winter Camp

Coral Gables Museum 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL, United States

Need to keep the kids busy while you’re out holiday shopping? Children will love celebrating the holidays, making crafts and playing games with all their friends at CGM! Explore the most festive New Year’s celebrations around the world! Create your own noisemaker, silly hats and ring in the Noon Year at our Noon-Year’s Eve party! […]

Downtown Walking Tour – $10; $5 for members, includes Museum admission

Coral Gables Museum 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL, United States

Stroll through Coral Gables' bustling business district to discover local history and architectural heritage. Visit the 1920s Mediterranean style hotels, the first car dealership and an outdoor theater! Did you know that pink electric trolley cars ran throughout the city from 1926 to 1935? Tour starts at the Museum and ends at Seasons 52 on […]

Exhibit Tour – free with paid admission

Coral Gables Museum 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL, United States

Drop in and enjoy a guided tour of "Creating the Dream: George Merrick and His Vision for Coral Gables," and exhibition about the Gables' founder and developer George Merrick. Learn how Merrick went from thirteen-year old farmer's son to development king! This inspiring American story addresses local history and urban design. Free with Museum admission.

Lecture: “Speedway To Sunshine: The Florida East Coast Railway, It’s Miami—Hialeah Belt, And The Ludlum Trail” presented by Seth Bramson

Coral Gables Museum 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL, United States

Lecture: “Speedway To Sunshine: The Florida East Coast Railway, It’s Miami—Hialeah Belt, And The Ludlum Trail” presented by Seth Bramson Thursday, January 7, 6pm Professor Bramson will present the history of the Miami—Hialeah Belt, which is, of course, south of the railroad’s Hialeah Yard, and is now often referred to as “the Ludlam Trail.” Renowned […]

FAMILY DAY ON ARAGON 2016 BLOCK PARTY

Coral Gables Museum 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL, United States

It’s Family Day like you’ve never seen it before! Our Aragon business partners are taking it to the streets with a bounce house, rock wall, outdoor activities, balloons, film workshops, short film screenings, children’s authors, exhibits, live animal demonstrations, and more. Aragon Avenue will be closed from Salzedo Street to the Museum Parking Garage. Garage […]

Downtown Walking Tour – $10; $5 for members, includes Museum admission

Coral Gables Museum 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL, United States

Stroll through Coral Gables' bustling business district to discover local history and architectural heritage. Visit the 1920s Mediterranean style hotels, the first car dealership and an outdoor theater! Did you know that pink electric trolley cars ran throughout the city from 1926 to 1935? Tour starts at the Museum and ends at Seasons 52 on […]

Volunteer Open House

Coral Gables Museum 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL, United States

Want to be a part of our Museum team? We need volunteers to help with tours, events, children’s programs and office support. Join us for this volunteer info session and guided exhibit tour. We look forward to meeting you! Free.

Exhibit Tour – free with paid admission

Coral Gables Museum 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL, United States

Drop in and enjoy a guided tour of "Creating the Dream: George Merrick and His Vision for Coral Gables," and exhibition about the Gables' founder and developer George Merrick. Learn how Merrick went from thirteen-year old farmer's son to development king! This inspiring American story addresses local history and urban design. Free with Museum admission.

Jazz in the Gables

Jazz is BACK for another season on the Coral Gables Museum Plaza. Join us for the kick-off event featuring the Brian Lynch Artist Ensemble. Break up the work week with […]

Fitness Night

Come out to the Museum Loggia for this free public health event presented by Iron Tribe Coral Gables and JugoFresh, featuring: 45-minute workout complete with warm-up, introductory body weight movements […]

Gables Bike Tour: Ludlam Trail

Join us for fun, educational bicycle tours through The City Beautiful every 3rd Sunday of every month. Each tour offers a different theme and route! Gables Bike Tour: Ludlam Trail […]

Exhibit Tour – free with paid admission

Drop in and enjoy a guided tour of "Creating the Dream: George Merrick and His Vision for Coral Gables," and exhibition about the Gables' founder and developer George Merrick. Learn […]

One day Camp – Martin Luther King

Celebrate Martin Luther King Day at Coral Gables Museum! Campers, ages 5-12, will create a diversity mural and work together to show how they think one person can change the […]

Jazz in the Gables

Join us for lunchtime jazz on the Museum Plaza featuring live musical performance by the Jason Hainsworth Quartet. Break up the work week with lunchtime concerts on the Plaza every […]

Free Yoga on the Museum Loggia

Our new neighbors jugofresh present Yoga del Barrio: Coral Gables Edition. The third Wednesday of each month! Great instructors! Free.

Jazz in the Gables

Join us for lunchtime jazz on the Museum Plaza featuring live musical performance by the Lippincott / Poltarack Quartet. Break up the work week with lunchtime concerts on the Plaza […]

Exhibit Tour – free with paid admission

Drop in and enjoy a guided tour of "Creating the Dream: George Merrick and His Vision for Coral Gables," and exhibition about the Gables' founder and developer George Merrick. Learn […]

One Day Camp – Crikey! Snakes, Crocs and Alligators!

Crikey! Snakes, Crocs and Alligators! Discover the natural world beyond the confines of our city! Campers, ages 5-12, will enjoy a live Florida native animal presentation. They will learn all […]

Jazz in the Gables

Join us for lunchtime jazz on the Museum Plaza featuring live musical performance by The Unorthodox Duo. Break up the work week with lunchtime concerts on the Plaza every Wednesday […]

Photo Workshops Miami: : Everglades Photography Experience

Saturday, January 30, 2016 Photo Workshops Miami presents: Everglades Photography Experience hosted by the Coral Gables Museum and the Miccosukee Indian Village Nikon Ambassador and American wildlife expert Ron Magill […]

Gigantic Gourmet Garage Sale RAIN OR SHINE

An "Everything-but-the-Kitchen-Sink" event to benefit women in need! Les Dames D’Escoffier Miami Chapter offers gently used Kitchen items for sale: pots and pans, dishes and glassware, linens, baskets, appliances, serving […]