The best arts & culture spots in North Miami Beach

From early-ninja classes for little ones to Brazilian jiu-jitsu, kickboxing, Muay Thai, Kung Fu, and MMA for teens and adults, John Wai Martial Arts offers plenty of ways to train. The welcoming, encouraging atmosphere makes it a place to build skills, get moving, and feel part of a team.

From the Plantation newsletter, November 13, 2026

From statement chandeliers to art and interior decor, 4U Lighting & Art is a handy place to explore when a room needs more than another trip to the big-box store. Its design team works with homes and businesses, with styles ranging from traditional to modern, vintage, and eclectic.

From the North Miami Beach newsletter, November 11, 2026

HT International Exhibitions in Miami Gardens designs and builds custom trade show booths, from early concepts and 3D renderings through construction and logistics.

From the Miami Gardens newsletter, November 10, 2026

Zulmie Art Gallery is a personal gallery devoted to Lourdes Constance Denize’s paintings, where lines and colors invite a slower look. Browse the collection online for everything from “The Hand” to “Pyramids,” and see which piece speaks to you.

From the Pembroke Pines newsletter, November 9, 2026

Fawaz Arts & Ripkitty features artist Kelly Fawaz’s portraits, including striking tributes to Bob Marley, Marcus Garvey, and Haile Selassie. Browse the collection online and use the live preview feature to see how a piece might look on your wall, before committing to a new favorite.

From the Miramar newsletter, November 11, 2026

The Americas Collection Art Gallery & Frame Shop brings together paintings, sculpture, photography, and more, with a carefully curated roster of artists and styles.

From the Coral Gables newsletter, November 12, 2026

Paintings & limited edition prints from established artists, ranging from Peter Max to Marc Chagall.

Housed in a vintage coral-rock building, the city museum features gallery exhibits & a public plaza.

Deering Estate packs 444 acres of diverse ecosystems, a 21st century house museum, and 10,000 years of stories into one spot, with nature tours, bay cruises, ghost tours, and legit art programming with artists in residence. It’s the rare place locals go to learn, wander, and feel smugly cultured.

From the Miami newsletter, September 24, 2026

If you’ve been meaning to trade screen time for clay time, Faride Art & Design - Doral Art Club is a bilingual art space in Doral with ceramic painting, kids’ activities, and creative workshops that make it easy to unwind, get messy, and actually finish something you’re proud of.

From the Miami newsletter, September 15, 2026

Luxury Sign Miami is where Doral folks go when they want art that actually lights up the room. They craft custom acrylic and LED neon pieces, print logos, and even teach Neon Flex courses, so you can commission a showstopper or learn to make your own.

From the Doral newsletter, October 29, 2026

Between monthly exhibitions across four gallery spaces, an ARC-approved classical atelier, and artist residencies that actually make work happen, MIFA Miami International Fine Arts is where Miami’s art brain meets its hands.

From the Miami newsletter, October 7, 2026

North Beach Art Gallery mixes modern masters like Salvador Dali, Picasso, and Erté with standout local artists, right here in Fort Lauderdale, and they even represent the only complete Erté sculpture collection at 205 works. Add a certified appraiser and 25+ years of custom framing, restoration, and installs...

From the Fort Lauderdale newsletter, September 14, 2026

Gasper Arts Center is a working studio and gallery where locals can try pottery, mosaics, or painting classes, no experience needed. Stick around for a monthly exhibition by South Florida artists, shop work made by resident artists, or plan a creative get-together. A nice change from another night of scrolling.

From the Broward County newsletter, October 28, 2026

Irreversible Projects is a contemporary art platform that actually does the hard stuff, from strategic artist representation and secondary market acquisitions to placing works with institutions, led by chief curator Noor Blazekovic.

From the Miami-Dade County newsletter, October 14, 2026

ArtToSaveLives Contemporary blends fresh contemporary exhibitions with a genuine rescue mission, so browsing here feels good and does good. If you like discovering new artists and the idea that creativity can help critters, this Hollywood spot deserves a weekend wander.

From the Hollywood newsletter, October 29, 2026

AnoxiaPro quietly saves collections from insects using non-toxic, non-invasive argon anoxic treatment that’s safe and eco-friendly.

From the Hollywood newsletter, October 22, 2026

Lux Neon Art Gallery is an immersive South Florida spot for neon and mixed-media exhibitions, with pieces from emerging and established artists. You can also shop prints and pieces or commission custom LED neon, handcrafted in Dania Beach, to make your space pop, because who couldn't use a little more glow at home.

From the Broward County newsletter, October 21, 2026

Whether you're piecing a heirloom quilt or whipping up apparel, Art Gallery Fabrics is all about premium feel, modern prints, and a mix of substrates that keep projects interesting. Scroll their collections and get inspired... your next color combo might just pick itself.

From the Broward County newsletter, October 13, 2026

Art By Ricky G turns blank walls into personal stories with custom pieces designed around your vision. With 30+ years of experience and a collaborative process that actually listens, Ricky creates one-of-a-kind art that makes your home feel more you... and less like a model unit.

From the Miami Gardens newsletter, October 24, 2026

Ori Gallery unveiled its newly transformed space on March 26, 2026, and the curation pops. Expect color-rich work like Ted Rand-Bell’s Blue Morpho and Sandra Saradesi’s luminous pieces, plus tidy viewing rooms that make browsing easy... a perfect inspiration stop between Publix runs.

From the Fort Lauderdale newsletter, September 21, 2026

Kat Wolf Studio Art & Frame tackles everything from smoke-damaged canvases and cracked photos to fragile maps, stained glass, and even public sculptures, using museum-quality materials and AIC ethics. They also do custom framing, appraisals, and insurance evaluations, so your pieces look right and last.

From the Davie newsletter, November 7, 2026

Rosemary Duffy Larson Gallery brings museum-quality contemporary art to Broward College’s Central Campus, with past heavy hitters like Judy Chicago and Nam June Paik. Currently featuring Israel “Isi” Ghelman: Transitions, sculptural works in stone, wood, metal, and found objects that reward an unhurried wander.

From the Davie newsletter, October 20, 2026

Eclectic art, toys, crafts and curios pack the 700-square-foot loft at Bear and Bird Boutique+Gallery FL, with rotating gallery shows that keep the walls changing. Perfect for a quick inspiration break or a quirky gift that feels delightfully one-of-a-kind.

From the Lauderhill newsletter, September 2, 2026

The Craig and Barbara Weiner Holocaust Museum at NSU brings the Shoah into sharp focus with authentic artifacts, survivor-interactive Dimensions in Testimony and research databases locals can actually use.

From the Fort Lauderdale newsletter, October 28, 2026

From Warhol and Haring limited editions to Banksy releases with Pest Control, End To End Gallery gives Aventura collectors that sweet spot between urban contemporary and modern masters.

From the Aventura newsletter, October 28, 2026

Casa Museo is an independent gallery and creative hub where locals swap ideas, get hands-on in approachable screen printing workshops, and plug into weekly Art Nights. Expect bold, geometric work from Antonio Escobar and a welcoming vibe that makes Hollywood’s art scene feel like family.

From the Hollywood newsletter, October 15, 2026

Oliver Gal Artist Co. turns blank walls into conversation starters with Miami-crafted prints, acrylic panels, and even decorative surfboards. Expect fashion and glam pieces, hand embellished art, personalized works, and custom pet portraits from a women-led, sister-founded studio locals can feel good supporting.

From the Hallandale Beach newsletter, October 29, 2026

Adamar Fine Arts is the kind of gallery you pop into for inspiration and leave with a new favorite artist. They spotlight artists and host events, so if your walls feel a little too quiet, this is a reliable place to find pieces with personality.

From the The Acreage newsletter, September 6, 2026

Eye Origin turns your iris into a high-resolution artwork with state-of-the-art camera tech and careful hand enhancement, then helps you choose a sleek acrylic frame or block before shipping it home. Quick, personal, and kind of mesmerizing, it’s an easy win for fresh wall art at nearby Aventura Mall.

From the Hallandale Beach newsletter, September 3, 2026

For a nearby spot that blends vibrant color with story, Mauricio Avayu Art Gallery & Fine Art Academy leans into biblical and Jewish themes, lively animals, tambourine art, and the Am Israel Chai Collection. Browse originals or prints, then check out the Art Academy if you want to trade scrolling for sketching.

From the Aventura newsletter, November 12, 2026

, Dale A. Spiry turns wild ideas into custom functional glass art, mixed media furniture, and photography, from fused and etched mirrors to sculpted lighting, statement vessel sinks, and bespoke cabinetry that makes your space feel less cookie-cutter and more you.

From the Lauderdale Lakes newsletter, September 10, 2026

American Top Team - Davie mixes Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and MMA with kid-friendly classes, after-school programs, summer camps, and even birthday parties.

From the Davie newsletter, November 3, 2026

If you like contemporary and 20th-century work, Gallery Art curates pieces from names like Salvador Dali, Keith Haring, Jeff Koons and Takashi Murakami, plus buys and consigns art locally. Great for Hallandale Beach collectors who want real inventory to browse and a team that helps you sell smart.

From the Aventura newsletter, November 3, 2026

Historic Hallandale School House is a pocket-size museum where a staged 1910 classroom and bite-size exhibits show how early Hallandale learned its ABCs, perfect for a quick, low-key history fix when you want something genuinely local, calm, and conversation-starting.

From the Miramar newsletter, November 4, 2026

Eternity Gallery brings an international gallery vibe to Aventura Mall, with exhibitions and a roster of artists that make window shopping feel like a mini museum visit. Perfect for locals who want a quick culture fix between coffee runs, gym trips, or the school pickup circuit.

From the Aventura newsletter, October 20, 2026

Skip the same-old scroll and wander through Hollywood Art and Culture Center, where rotating contemporary exhibits keep things fresh and often spotlight impressive student work. Perfect for a quick culture hit or a longer linger, and you just might find your new favorite local artist.

From the Hollywood newsletter, November 12, 2026

ArtServe is Fort Lauderdale’s creative hub, blending gallery exhibitions, hands-on classes, and community events that actually feel like community. Pop in to get inspired, learn something new, or even rent a space for your next project, then brag that you discovered it before everyone else.

From the Fort Lauderdale newsletter, October 12, 2026

Museum of Graffiti charts the evolution of writing on walls into a global art movement with rotating exhibitions, artist studios, and hands-on classes. Pop through their gift shop for prints, books, and gear, then leave inspired to commission a mural or finally pick up those markers.

From the Coconut Creek newsletter, September 23, 2026

Slip into Plantation Historical Museum, a local hidden gem, for a quick hit of hometown pride, with local history exhibits that trace our city’s story and a cozy, community vibe. Make it your low-key plan this week when you want something interesting, calm, and close to home.

From the Plantation newsletter, October 14, 2026

Score2Sound is a Plantation musician and composer, making it a local name to keep in mind when a project needs original music or a creative musical touch. For anyone looking to work with a composer rather than settle for the same old soundtrack, it’s worth a closer look.

From the Plantation newsletter, November 7, 2026

Ready to tighten up your turns or finally learn what to do with your arms, Dance Empire of Miami delivers real training from beginner to pre-professional in ballet, contemporary, jazz, hip-hop, modern, kinderdance, tap, ballroom and more. Homestead locals get serious technique with a big-hearted, keep-it-fun vibe.

From the Homestead newsletter, August 3, 2026

Custom Mural Artist turns Miami walls into personality, with hand-painted murals for homes, offices, restaurants, and more. From graffiti-inspired murals to live art activations and even epoxy floor art, they tailor designs to your space so your place finally looks as bold as your group chat.

From the Greenacres newsletter, September 29, 2026

Downtown’s beloved Olympia Theater is being revitalized into an arts, culture, and education hub, with SLAM and local partners bringing concerts, films, and student-powered productions back to its 1926 atmospheric glory.

From the Doral newsletter, August 6, 2026

Good Musicians brings together award-winning artists and musicians, with bands, solo artists, and string ensembles to help set the mood for weddings and other special events. A useful local option when a playlist alone feels a little underqualified.

From the Pembroke Pines newsletter, November 4, 2026

Feeling like your two left feet need a Miami reboot? Dance Flow Miami pairs World Champion coaching with chill, confidence-boosting vibes across salsa, ballroom, and Latin, with group classes, private lessons, wedding prep, and lively social dance nights this week to meet neighbors and surprise yourself on the floor.

From the South Miami newsletter, September 20, 2026

, a beautifully restored 1927 firehouse where immersive exhibits, vintage fire trucks, and real firefighter stories bring local history to life. You’ll also pick up a practical refresher on fire safety, and leave with neighborhood pride.

From the Plantation newsletter, September 26, 2026

Dance Unlimited runs classes from ballet to hip hop and acro for South Miami toddlers, teens, and yes, grown-ups.

From the Miami-Dade County newsletter, November 4, 2026

OCISLY Ceramics & Art Pop Ups Miami turns screen-weary evenings into hands-on fun with relaxed Art Cafe sessions for sculpting, painting or collaging, plus beginner-friendly wheel throwing. They also host private pop-ups at restaurants, bars and more, so your crew can make cool pieces and even cooler creative friends.

From the South Miami newsletter, September 6, 2026

The Frank C. Ortis Art Gallery and Exhibit Hall rotates thoughtful contemporary exhibitions, hosts artist talks with Frank Contemporaries, hands-on FrankStudio workshops, and monthly Family Day and Sensory Saturday programs, plus the occasional live performance that makes you linger a little longer.

From the Pembroke Pines newsletter, October 16, 2026

Eye-tricking, interactive exhibit venue featuring more than 70 illusions, plus friendly staff.

Skip the playlist and catch real musicians at Hollywood Beach Theater and Plaza. The city puts on free live music five nights a week, with a dance-friendly plaza and salty breeze, so bring your moves and treat yourself to a midweek reset this week.

From the Hollywood newsletter, October 8, 2026

Need a midweek mood lift that isn’t another takeout order? Museum of Ice Cream serves unlimited ice cream, photo-happy interactive rooms, and the world famous Sprinkle Pool, plus quirky one-off treats like the ice cream hotdog, making it a playful Miami escape perfect for kids, dates, or your inner child.

From the Homestead newsletter, August 29, 2026

Plain drywall is fine until you see what Redrawall can do, turning living rooms, entries, and powder baths into statement moments with custom marble effect finishes and traditional Venetian plaster that add depth, texture, and timeless elegance. If you want a luxe refresh this week, start with one wall.

From the Davie newsletter, October 1, 2026

Skip the algorithm and go see real creativity at Studio 18 Art Complex, where 18 working studios buzz and an expansive gallery throws four contemporary exhibitions a year. Swing by this week for fresh perspectives, plus artist-led workshops that nudge your own skills into action.

From the Miami Gardens newsletter, September 18, 2026

Whether you’re starting from middle C or coming back to your scales, Waterfall Music Productions teaches all ages in styles from classical and jazz to gospel, Latin, and pop. Start a lesson this week and play the songs you love, and if you’re feeling ambitious, they can even help you record.

From the Miramar newsletter, October 31, 2026

For a quick dose of Miami history, check out the Dana A. Dorsey House, a circa 1913 Frame Vernacular home tied to the businessman who helped organize South Florida's first Black bank and develop Overtown. Listed on the National Register, the house was reconstructed in 1995.

From the Miami newsletter, September 9, 2026

The Ancient Spanish Monastery gives North Miami Beach a rare pocket of calm with lush gardens, hushed stone corridors, and a mix of tours, concerts, classes, worship, and even photo shoots. Swing by when you need perspective and a backdrop that makes your camera behave.

From the North Miami Beach newsletter, October 30, 2026

Broward County’s oldest standing hotel turned museum, History Fort Lauderdale digs into the city’s past with engaging exhibits, archival prints and books, and even artists-in-residence on the New River. It’s a solid weekend reset when you want real local lore without the textbook yawn.

From the Broward County newsletter, November 3, 2026

If your kid’s got energy to spare, The Vault Dance Studio channels it into real technique and confidence with classes from Mommy & Me to ballet, hip hop, contemporary, Latin ballroom, acro and musical theatre for ages 2–18. Try it this week, your midweek sanity saver and their new happy place.

From the South Miami newsletter, August 18, 2026

When your cabinets, walls, or a well-loved dresser need a glow-up, Weir Art Creations LLC brings licensed pro skill with an artist’s eye. , Spain, and Morocco, Tracie Weir handles cabinet painting, furniture refinishing, decorative finishes, murals, and commissioned art with durable, beautiful results.

From the Davie newsletter, October 24, 2026

At MAD Arts, exhibitions mix interactive experiences, large-scale projections, robotics, sound art, and more, so looking around can quickly turn into taking part. Check out the experimental installations, then stay for an artistic film or a workshop if the calendar catches your eye.

From the Deerfield Beach newsletter, November 2, 2026

Spanish-style beauty with gardens, Curtiss Mansion offers historical tours plus event spaces. This week, take a tour to dive into Glenn Curtiss lore, or book the distinct rooms for cocktails, dinner, and dancing when your crew has something big to celebrate... your group chat will thank you.

From the Doral newsletter, August 21, 2026

Catch Harmony Korine: Perfect Nonsense this week, wander Four Rooms from ICA Miami’s collection, and get lost in Igshaan Adams’s luminous textiles at Institute of Contemporary Art, Miami. It’s the kind of brain-tingling, conversation-starting mix that makes a midweek break feel like a tiny reset.

From the Miami newsletter, August 28, 2026

Doral Contemporary Art Museum, or DORCAM, brings together contemporary art, culture, and education, with exhibitions celebrating creativity across a wide range of cultures. It’s a thoughtful place to explore new perspectives close to home, no art-history degree required.

From the Doral newsletter, November 5, 2026

Prestige Music Center, right up the road, turns “I always wanted to learn” into actual riffs, beats, and harmonies. Think private lessons with patient pros, fully equipped classrooms, plus instrument sales and repairs, even a recital hall and recording studio...

From the Lauderdale Lakes newsletter, September 17, 2026

DanceArts Miami offers classes ranging from salsa, bachata and Afrobeats to ballet, swing, heels and GYROTONIC® movement. No partner or experience is needed, so you can try a new style without recruiting a dance buddy first.

From the Miami newsletter, November 15, 2026

Bonnet House Museum & Gardens offers a glimpse of Fort Lauderdale from a century ago, with the Bartletts’ art-filled rooms, breezeways and garden trails to explore. It’s a distinctive blend of history, art and tropical greenery, ideal for a local outing that feels far removed from the usual errands.

From the Fort Lauderdale newsletter, November 4, 2026

At the Patricia & Phillip Frost Art Museum, a Smithsonian Affiliate, exhibitions bring global perspectives to FIU, from Modern Cuban Painters from Havana to New York Revisited to Invitation to Openness. It’s a smart, low-key reset between errands, and a solid conversation-starter for your next cafecito run.

From the Doral newsletter, August 20, 2026

Doral Cultural Arts Center pairs gallery space with outdoor courtyards and a rooftop terrace, making it a relaxed spot to enjoy art displays or catch a concert or fashion show. A little culture, minus the formal-hall hush.

From the Doral newsletter, November 12, 2026

Vice City Dance Company welcomes dancers of all levels, with classes in ballet, jazz, hip hop, contemporary, acrobatics, and more. Small class sizes and experienced instructors bring personal attention, while adult hip hop and heels classes offer a fun way to build skills and move.

From the Miami newsletter, November 4, 2026

Skip the YouTube rabbit hole and get real chops with Czamplin | Music School, a home-based South Florida conservatory-level program led by Grammy-nominated founder Carlos Zamplin.

From the Miramar newsletter, October 23, 2026

Paint-your-own ceramics chain, with a studio available for walk-ins, workshops & parties.

Historical site and museum featuring exhibits and guides, plus a concert venue.

Black Archives - Historic Lyric Theater keeps a renovated 1913 stage buzzing with local talent nights, concerts, and spoken word, plus archive-inspired programs like Vibes from the Vault. For Miami folks who want culture with receipts, it’s where history and live performance happily share the mic.

From the Miami newsletter, September 19, 2026

Music By Ed brings romantic violin, Spanish guitar, mandolin, and ukulele plus strolling, MC/DJ, and AV to any Tamarac get-together this week, from backyard birthdays to weddings. Expect jazz, Broadway, folk, and classics from the 40s-50s through 60s-today, tailored to your crowd... and actually fun.

From the Tamarac newsletter, August 11, 2026

From ballet and hip hop to acro, breakdancing, acting and singing, LCA Performing Arts packs a 13,000 square foot state-of-the-art studio with Harlequin floors and mentors who actually get kids. If your crew has energy to spare, channel it into musical theatre magic this week.

From the Miami Gardens newsletter, August 22, 2026

Small but packed, Naval Air Station Fort Lauderdale Museum dives deep into local naval aviation history, from the Flight 19 mystery and a Link Trainer to the George Bush Room and an outdoor Avenger. Bonus points for the butterfly garden memorial when you need reflective quiet between errands.

From the Fort Lauderdale newsletter, October 7, 2026

Whether you're picking up the sticks, chasing jazz improv chops, or helping your kid find their first favorite instrument, Musiqa- Music Lessons Academy makes it click with private lessons and programs for guitar, bass, piano, drums, woodwinds, brass, and more.

From the Sunrise newsletter, August 26, 2026

If you’ve ever wondered how Fort Lauderdale grew up, Pioneer House Museum delivers the receipts with engaging exhibits and stories curated by History Fort Lauderdale. Join a guided tour or a leisurely New River walk, then leave feeling smugly more local than your group chat.

From the Fort Lauderdale newsletter, September 30, 2026

Locals keep rediscovering the city at Museum of Miami, a Smithsonian affiliate preserving more than 86 years of Miami stories with 40,000 artifacts and over 2 million images. Exhibits, city tours, and community programs spotlight the cultures that shaped the 305... perfect when you want context with your cafecito.

From the Miami newsletter, October 14, 2026

Young At Art Museum turns rainy afternoons and restless weekends into hands-on art adventures, with legit classes, day camps, interactive workshops, and field trips that actually teach skills. It’s playful, modern, and local... plus birthday parties and a cafe when you need a breather between masterpieces.

From the Plantation newsletter, November 4, 2026

When you need a quick reset, Vizcaya Museum & Gardens delivers with a circa 1914 mansion turned museum, formal gardens, sculptures and shady grottos at this National Historic Landmark. Keep an eye on the Sunday Farmers Market and community programs for easy, local reasons to make it a habit.

From the Miami newsletter, September 10, 2026

Whether you’re into banyan-shaded strolls, a Sunday farmers market, yoga and wellness classes, or peeking behind the scenes of Miami’s 1916 estate life on guided tours, Vizcaya Village mixes local flavor with real history. Cap it off at the Village Café and call it a perfect low-key Sunday.

From the Miami-Dade County newsletter, November 11, 2026

NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale packs more than 6,000 works into thoughtful shows like the Christo and Jeanne-Claude Surrounded Islands documentation, Joel Meyerowitz’s Aftermath, and local-minded Close to Home, then seals the deal with a browsable bookstore and an actually good cafe.

From the Fort Lauderdale newsletter, October 3, 2026

Whether your little one is banging on pots or your teen is plotting a band, Carreño Music Academy makes it real with piano, guitar, strings, flute, drums, group singing, an Inclusive Orchestra that blends neurodiverse and neurotypical kids, plus at-home lessons.

From the Weston newsletter, August 20, 2026

Freedom Tower at Miami Dade College is Miami’s first skyscraper, newly renovated and now home to four state-of-the-art museum exhibitions that bring the city’s immigrant stories to life.

From the Miami-Dade County newsletter, November 7, 2026

Tucked right here in Hollywood, Wiener Museum of Decorative Arts is a nonprofit showcase for ceramics and studio glass, from a Chihuly Persian Wall to Ardmore ceramics and Moorcroft masterpieces. Rotating exhibitions like Splash! and Red keep the galleries fresh, inspiring, and very bingeable.

From the Hollywood newsletter, November 5, 2026

Photo-ready beachfront park with lawns, palm trees & a curvy promenade, plus volleyball nets.

The Wolfsonian-Florida International University explores how objects and design reveal the past’s influence on the present, with a collection spanning industrial design, political propaganda, furniture, and more.

From the Miami-Dade County newsletter, October 29, 2026

This week, explore Broward’s roots at Old Davie School Museum & Event Venue, Broward County’s oldest existing school on its original site, listed on the National Register since 1988.

From the Davie newsletter, October 7, 2026

If you’ve got hooks and hustle, Trunoyz Studios is the spot to turn ideas into release-ready tracks. Their multi-platinum, Grammy-winning team handles full production, recording, mixing and mastering, plus distro to Spotify, Apple Music and more, all on serious pro gear that makes every take count.

From the Fort Lauderdale newsletter, October 21, 2026

The Old Dillard Museum brings local history into focus through exhibits in a landmark erected in 1907 as Fort Lauderdale’s first African-American school. It’s a meaningful stop for anyone who wants to understand more about the people and places that shaped the city.

From the Fort Lauderdale newsletter, November 15, 2026

At the Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science, Miami locals can explore an aquarium, planetarium, and interactive exhibits that turn big ideas about the natural world and technology into something you can actually play with. It’s a good pick for curious kids and grown-ups who still like pushing the buttons.

From the Miami newsletter, November 9, 2026

Make time this week to wander the galleries at Lowe Art Museum, on the UM campus, where 5,000 years of creativity runs from ancient artifacts to fresh contemporary work. It’s the kind of brain refresh that turns a random weekday into a mini field trip, no passport needed.

From the Miami-Dade County newsletter, October 28, 2026

Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County is home to Florida Grand Opera and Miami City Ballet, plus a packed lineup spanning Broadway in Miami, Jazz Roots, classical, and live theater. Easy pick when you want something inspiring, local, and actually worth leaving the couch for.

From the Miami newsletter, October 21, 2026

Creative Dance Studio trains dancers equally and helps each person grow in their own way. The 2026-2027 schedule is up, so consider this your Plantation-life upgrade this week... a safe, professional space to build strength, body smarts, and real-deal self-expression.

From the Plantation newsletter, October 20, 2026

Cubaocho Museum & Performing Arts Center brings Cuban culture to life with fine art, live music, and a rum-focused bar, making it a lively change of pace from the usual gallery visit. Drop in for a dose of history and creativity, and stay awhile for the rhythm.

From the Miami newsletter, October 28, 2026

Need a fresh class lineup beyond the usual around here?

From the Coral Springs newsletter, September 5, 2026

Fort Lauderdale’s oldest surviving home is hiding in plain sight along the New River. Take a docent-led wander through the 1901 Historic Stranahan House Museum, once a trading post, post office, and town hall, and leave with porch envy, better trivia, and a fresh appreciation for how our city began.

From the Fort Lauderdale newsletter, August 12, 2026

Skip the same old brunch chatter and wander early 1900s gems along the New River with Fort Lauderdale Historical Society, where rotating exhibits and artist studios turn local history into something you can actually feel. Need more? Their research collections and guided tours scratch every nerdy itch.

From the Fort Lauderdale newsletter, October 14, 2026

Music House Academy blends professional, all-ages instruction in violin, piano, guitar, cello, and vocal training with focused audition training that has helped students earn spots in the Florida All-State Orchestra and scholarships to American Heritage School.

From the Davie newsletter, October 13, 2026

The Fort Lauderdale Beach Wade-Ins Plaque offers a chance to pause the beach routine and connect with a piece of local history. It’s a small landmark with a big name, and a worthwhile reminder that the shoreline has stories beyond sun and sand.

From the Fort Lauderdale newsletter, November 12, 2026

The Vision Recordings offers recording, mixing, mastering, music production, and marketing services in Davie. Whether you’re putting the finishing touches on a track or shaping a bigger music project, it’s a local resource for getting your sound ready to share.

From the Davie newsletter, November 11, 2026

The Patina Collective brings together vintage, custom and rare tuner Benzes, from AMG and Brabus to Koenig Specials and Gemballa, with stories about how these cars helped shape culture. Car fans can get a closer look at an unusually specialized collection, no garage full of classics required.

From the Broward County newsletter, November 9, 2026

Whether you need a low-stress weekend plan or a fresh field-trip vibe without the bus, Museum of Discovery and Science packs hands-on exhibits, live animal encounters, a makerspace, and the AutoNation IMAX Theater with the largest movie screen in South Florida. Check the HoloTheater and KaBoom! demos for extra wow.

From the Fort Lauderdale newsletter, September 9, 2026

Movie theater chain known for presenting 3D films on a giant screen, including blockbusters.