STORIES OF VIZCAYA - Vizcaya Skip to content The Stories Of Vizcaya Vizcaya Village A New Chapter for Vizcaya Village The Vizcaya Village was the working part of the estate and we are revitalizing it to tell new stories about our community’s history and to offer innovative new programs. Sheltered under large banyan trees, the Vizcaya Village features 11 architecturally significant buildings on 12 acres. Built in 1916 to make Vizcaya self-sufficient, the Village included... Continue reading Education at Vizcaya Featured Story Sustainability Urban Agriculture Vizcaya Village Growing Together: How Urban Farming Strengthens Our Community Continue reading Education at Vizcaya Featured Story Horticulture Urban Agriculture Vizcaya Village How to Grow Squash in South Florida: A Simple, Beginner-Friendly Guide In South Florida, our unique climate gives us the chance to grow squash almost year-round. Whether you’re working with a backyard garden or a few pots on your patio, learning how to grow squash in South Florida is a fun and rewarding way to bring fresh food to your table. If you’ve ever dreamed of... Continue reading Preservation & Conservation Construction is Underway to Preserve and Protect Vizcaya Pardon Our Dust Vizcaya is undertaking several important construction projects in 2026 to protect and enhance the estate. Much of the Main House and most of the Formal Gardens remain open and looking beautiful. As you plan your visit, please note that several areas throughout the campus are currently closed. These include select garden areas,... Continue reading People and Ideas Preservation & Conservation Guardians of Grandeur: Beatriz Bolton and the Enduring Magic of Vizcaya In a city of ceaseless reinvention, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens stands as a rare and timeless jewel—a sanctuary of history, artistry and wonder. For Miami native Beatriz Bolton, supporting Vizcaya is more than philanthropy; it is a personal calling to preserve the spirit of a place that defines Miami’s cultural soul. “Vizcaya was here before... Continue reading People and Ideas Preservation & Conservation Preserving the Magic: Swanee DiMare’s Commitment to Vizcaya Swanee DiMare, a dedicated philanthropist and community leader has been instrumental in preserving Miami’s cultural treasures. Growing up in Coral Gables she has long admired Vizcaya as a place where history, art and nature come together. Since 2004 her involvement with Vizcaya has been particularly noteworthy helping to ensure this cultural landmark remains vibrant for... Continue reading Education at Vizcaya Horticulture Sustainability Urban Agriculture Vizcaya Village Inside Vizcaya’s Urban Farm: Cultivating Food, Culture, and Youth Engagement In 2025, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens was honored to join the Urban Agriculture Resilience Program—an initiative led by the United States Botanic Garden and the American Public Gardens Association. This national program supports public gardens in fostering food education, sustainability, and hands-on growing experiences to address food insecurity across diverse communities. For Vizcaya, participation marks... Continue reading Featured Story People and Ideas Urban Agriculture Vizcaya Village Celebrating South Florida’s Urban Agriculture: A Look Back at the 2025 Dinner for Farmers On February 27, 2025, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens, in partnership with Florida Organic Growers (FOG), hosted the 2025 Dinner for Farmers at the historic Vizcaya Village. The event brought together farmers, chefs, educators, and other key players in South Florida’s local food movement for an evening dedicated to honoring their contributions to urban agriculture and... Continue reading People and Ideas Unveiling the Past: Black Coconut Grove Elders Share Their Stories On the evening of February 12, 2025, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens became a living archive of history as elders from Little Bahamas in Coconut Grove gathered to share their stories. Through heartfelt recollections, tales of resilience, and reflections on the changing landscape of the Grove, this night with descendants of the Black Grove settlers and... Continue reading Preservation & Conservation A Century After, Historic Steinway Piano Returns Home Vizcaya Museum and Gardens is ever more vibrant with the exciting return of a one-of-a-kind 1916 Steinway & Sons Grand Piano. Originally commissioned by Vizcaya’s patron, James Deering, this extraordinary instrument has found its way back home after nearly a century away. A Masterpiece of Craftsmanship and Culture Crafted by the renowned Steinway & Sons... Continue reading