Vizcaya was created as James Deering’s subtropical winter home in the 1910s and today it is a National Historic Landmark and accredited museum. We invite you to learn about Vizcaya’s fascinating history and the individuals responsible for the unusual estate’s origins, evolution and ongoing management. Vizcaya Museum and Gardens is a National Historic Landmark that preserves the Miami estate of agricultural industrialist James Deering to engage our community and its visitors in learning through the arts, history and the environment. Vizcaya Museum and Gardens is recognized internationally for its cultural and historic significance, exemplary preservation, and dynamic visitor experience – inspiring broad participation in advancing the organization’s mission. All members of the Vizcaya family are committed to delivering excellence every day by: Creating an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment for visitors, volunteers, and employees of diverse backgrounds and needs.

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