Reviews of Institute of Contemporary Art, Miami (Museum)

Vaishakh Krishnan

I liked the art over here. The staff in the museum is very friendly. It is better to politely enquire about the art to them for the deep insights and abstract interpretations.

ashley ortega

It's really nice but I wish they didn't take out the cool interactive 3rd floor, with the dark maze that im pretty sure was just a big dark room

Celebrity James

Art galore!!! Free admission!!! 5.00 valet parking

jeanphilippe charles

A place for modern day artist with revolutionary Ideas and unlimited creativity. LOVE ICA

Scott Keever

I was amazed by the museum interior and is immaculately maintained. Security is best which is a good thing in my opinion.

Rick Boalbey

Some of the pieces are really interesting. Museum is pretty small - thought we would spend the afternoon there, but we saw the whole museum in about 45 minutes.

Jose Grullon

Beautiful building with good art display. Check their patio

Yuri Katz

even though the 2nd and 3rd floor were closed that day, the first floor had us in a pleasant experience and the art was really quite amazing, and I was surprised to see a brazilian artist there! :)

Joselyn Lorena Chanes García

Good exhibitions and free!

Carlos Calle

Great place to visit. FREE.

Serina

Really cannot believe this tour is free as it was phenomenal!! Very much enjoyed the tour of the exhibits! Josh and Yadira were SO well versed in their descriptions and explanations letting us know the artist's intent which made the art even more thought provoking!

Josh Levine

Bayrle exhibition up until March 2017. Most works are more than just flat pictures hanging on a wall, so definitely worth seeing in person if you are into hyper contemporary art.

Bodi Lucas

A new museum but well run and very serious. Probably the best of miami...minimal shows...give them a few years and they ll be great

Jeff Bellows

This is an architectural gem featuring thought provoking art in an emerging, artsy neighborhood. An oasis of design style. we loved it.

Allison Tobias

This gallery is super wonderful. The staff are extremely informative - especially Gladys. The exhibits are well selected and curated. I visited a few times while in Miami. There’s lots to think about in here.

Pakito Benitez-Gomez

First Friday of every month is my NOW-Favorite day to go visit this elegant place. The garden in the back is very peaceful.

Doug Duwenhoegger

Cool curated shows. Always free.

Michael Lowery

Really nice place and exhibits. Well worth the trip to see.

Ralp Lavner

49 well known Afroamericans fighters are honored in this exbition. This video shows the moment when a son of these afroamerican fighters sees the medal that are exhibited to honor his father.

Sylvia Worrell

I enjoyed my visit immensely and look forward to the completion of the renovations and the grand reopening in late November 2018.

Raushan Ayupova

Free entrance museum. Backpacks are not allowed, you will be asked to leave it in the locker. One hour is more than enough to roam around two floors

Demian Pack

Outstanding venue in MDD. 3 Floors of contemporary art. Great architecture. Do not miss the garden!

Jc Lopez

Nice museum

Kirk Chantraine

Amazing space and wonderful exhibits - definitely worth a look in any touring around this area! Very friendly staff too.

Alejandra Linares

Just walk in and enjoy

Taylor S

Three stars because it's good to have one more contemporary art venue in Miami with free admission. However out of 5 galleries there were no women artists represented. And some of the work was clearly misogynistic with no obvious explanation or context. I question the curatorial choices. Would not return.

Greta Martinez

Loved this museum! Not only is it free, but it has three floors with different exhibits. I really enjoyed the exhibit by Ettore Sottsass. Friendly and welcoming staff, well worth the visit.

Malgorzata Kucharuk

Located in the Design District, ICA offers free kids’ workshops on Select Sundays and free access to their exhibitions...

Alma Barberena

I can't believe it took me this long to check this place out. I love art specially contemporary and modern art. It's a great place to visit. Their garden is a nice place to sit, read, and be surrounded by sculptures. I had an amazing experience. Will be back and I am considering a membership as well. Love, live, art.

Daniel Farfan

Nice, clean, interesting and free!

Yvette Mosiichuk

Exhibition was quite interesting, but the exterior design of the place is just breathtaking. Basically, it was more impressive then everything inside

Yolanda Hernandez Santa Cruz

Beautiful small museum. I wish there were more places like this around. Larry Bell's current exhibition was a great example of good museography and appropriation of the space. Love it!

Will Palley

Incredible museum of contemplating art. There are 3 floors, often with different exhibitions on each. Theres a lot of light and it's great to walk around. The sculpture garden outside is really nice. Also, admission is free! Definitely check it out - and you can combine with a visit to De La Cruz collection nearby.

Luisanna Andrea Corti Bernal

Wonderful

jltconnections

A must see while you are in the area

Fan FEI

A cool contemporary art museum in Miami Design Destrict. Spacious, w/ great staff and brochures. Free admission.

Nancy Lauchaire

We enjoyed our visit to the ICA in the Design District in Miami. We saw so many unique and interesting installations. We also climbed up and down a multitude of steps.

antwan jefferson

This place is a breath of fresh air in the arts scene. The parking garage facade is unbelievable, and the exhibits are well curated. Certainly worth a visit.

wheresthewind pro

Really interesting

D Proval

We love the Design District

Mona ASSAF

I had a weird but very interesting and unique experience. Try the black room if darkness doesn't scare you. And one more thing: they have the largest elevator I've ever seen. Don't forget to use the stairs. Some very interesting glass paintings are hanging on the walls. Overall impression: interesting.

Maria Ayub

Notable exhibits, could not miss Judy Chicago.

Ana M. ss

Awesome place to rest from your daily routine.

Roger Shields

Excellent, but depending on the current installations. Beautiful space and well-presented. This is a gem in the area.

Mike Jancik

More an experience of the history of Contemporary art than its practice on this visit but very compelling as such.

Olivia Sather

Amazing building and architecture.

cece enserio

Good collection.

Ju Parelli

Hated it! They support corrupt politicians from Brazil.

Michiel Van Iseghem

Free, cheap parking, friendly but the art itself i don't understand.It is not for all kinds of people.

Claudine Julien

This place is extra cool. The exhibits they had were very cool and really had me thinking differently. The team was friendly and I really appreciate it being a free space. Thank you!

Bogumil Moreelo

Great experience, on the smaller side.

Margit Feher

A nice exhibition place with a splendid garden for modern art.

Maria Charry

beautiful venue, great expositions.Loved it.

Brian McSwiggen

A nice museum, and certainly worth the free admission :) some interesting pieces, and the placards on the side do a good job of explaining why the piece is interesting. That said, some of the art did feel a little pointless. The museum is not very large. It's 3 floors (with an elevator), and we got through it in about an hour.

Gladiisvee Rodriguez

Good

July Soto

Always something interesting to see here

Finers McDonald

Nice museum and beautiful arts!

Nicole Harrigan

Nice place for the kids to see something different

Paulliver's Travels

Great exhibits and nice facilities.

Jeffery Chen

Friendly staff, some interesting art. Not a huge space but still fun to explore.

Robbie Sanchez

amazing Art

jorge herrera

A new building in Miami Design District. Is amazing place with many details.

MARIA I LIMARDO, PhD, CMIQP

A fabulous exhibit from architect Ettore Sottssas

Jerzy Gawel

Place has potential.

Y.

Beautiful building and very nice space for art exhibit. The content needs to be needed up thoigh

Jacinthe Otis

Pretty pretty district with relevant art

saundra zysek

Some pretty thought provoking stuff to see. Parking ramp across the street was even cool. Great view from the roof. Free to visit. Cheap parking. High end designer stores in the area. Cool to walk around and look even if you can't afford to buy.

Anthony Taylor

Very nice institute, multiple levels of amazing art. If you are a lover of art then you'll enjoy yourself and if your lucky you'll see the cat that likes to hangout there. If a cat loves it then you should too.

Mama Lidia

This was N extremely beautiful free museum and even the museum garage was decorated. The only thing that I didn’t not like was that people with strollers had to give their strollers away . So with a toddler I was unable to go through the whole museum because the stroller was the only thing keeping my child from touching things. It was exhausting and although they didn’t allow me to bring my baby bag into the museum they did give me a tote to place my necessities inside . The staff was extremely friendly and even told about a family night event they have.

Marton Gyorgy

Very good. Free.

candas ersoz

Parking lot is a lot more art-related than the museum. The reason it's free is that it isn't worth anything I guess.

Sara Zidell

I went to this museum full of no knowledge at all. Yadira showed me around for 2 hours and told me about each painting in detail and where it comes from, along with the hidden messages the painting has. She was amazing and the museum is truly beautiful.!

Maria Angelina Elia

Is very nice. But The 3er floor I'm not sure if I like or not

eddiehneal

The only thing I liked was the staff and the worlds biggest elevator.

Nadia Carrera

I invite you to visit this amazing museum of Contemporary Art on the heart of the Design District with a beautiful garden with fun and great pieces of sculptures on it. I will be coming back for every new exposition , this is Free, no excuses not to go to enjoy a walk of art on a great place. Miami is changing and I appreciate places that stimulate culture and art.

Steven Brier

Wonderful eclectic art with lovely garden and outdoor space

Khi Turner

A- | Very contemporary art that is catered to the artistic. Being that this is in the design district it benefit the community.

Max Green

Great place I love that it’s open to the community.

Lina Montes

Beautiful place!

Maryam Tohidi

Free musuem with an outdoor sculpture garden and rotating exhibits

Jaharra Cola Sade Gimeno

Very interesting and the staff is super friendly!

C N

Very cool museum and it's free!

Supawat Jenugson

I never know about this place until my friend showed me the location, nice and clean. Staffs were very nice. So many amazing works of art here for you to enjoy.

Nick Ciancio

Really interesting place. If you're in the area, I would make time for it. As of this review, the third floor was closed as they were changing exhibitions.

James Holland

Had a fun and educational visit.

Douglas Liebig

A great time spent at a well curated gallery. Highly recommend visiting the ICA if you enjoy contemporary art.

Marcia Fraser

The free fun activities for the children and the sculpture garden.

Jennifer Kwan

Lovely find in the heart of the expensive Design District. Current exhibit has thought provoking pieces which signifies that today's society hasn't really learnt from history.

Michassin Nebra

Free museum, albeit a bit empty

Tim Venn

Best burger I've ever had

Cece Slays

Beautiful and neat entrance ....Nice museum different,but nice..I took my kids 2 weeks ago and they actually enjoyed it...They gave them a small bag of goodies to use while they were at the museum.It had like a magnifying glass and word scavenger hunt...They enjoyed it...They have a beautiful outside area where you can also take pictures.

Bruno Mai

Free, great facility, ok art

Diane Vavricka

This is an exciting venue for innovative contemporary art. It is a vibrant, fresh experience. The museum is new and yet it has the seeds of greatness. The direction the brand are what will carry it farther then imaginable because of the demand to bring this experience to Miami. I have loved all of the exhibits thus far. Deborah Scarpa

Elya Tzvi Goodfriend

Interesting, enjoyable and small enough to complete (at least superficially) in one day.

Mark Nickel

Free entry with rotating exhibits. Was pretty nice to see the different pieces and the staff was friendly. No strollers or backpacks are allowed inside the gallery they do have a bag and stroller area that is free check if you do have ti have any of that

caldopollo1

A much needed small contemporary art museum in the heart of Miami, with parking garage across the street!

Ernesto A

Nice place and location. A small fee should be arranged for parking for those who are not members.

Paula Xanthopoulou

Fabulous Judy Chicago exhibit and Art Week opening w/refreshments - once again no charge for the public!

Ernesto Rimoch

Very nice museum/gallery in Miami's Design District. Welcoming staff, great architecture, interesting exhibition.

daryl miller

Wonderful space with excellent exhibits. There was no charge which was a pleasant surprise.

Catrina Mendez

nice garden area

Ida Stenzler

Yiu should go and see for yourself, art is in the eye of the beholder

jeffry chamorro

My expectations were not met

Ernesto Martinez

Excellent and the best part of it is that it’s free.

Kike Valderrama

Perfect place to go in design district miami

Angie Garcia

Small but beautiful place. Its free and close to midtown as well as vizcaya

Karen Hutchison

Excellent tour guide!! Great exhibits, too.

Lorraine Neal

This is a very cool place to visit. Artist tell a story in each room. Very interesting. Inside and outside art.

Andrew Alexandroff

Nice place to kill 1 hour... 3 floors of different art, was not quite sure about the concept. In general was nice experience while visiting Miami

Converse 88

Nice modern museum in an upcoming Rodeo Drive of Miami area. I was hoping to see more exhibits which would have earned 5 Stars. Maybe more will come in time.

Darren S

Stunning place. Had fun with the fam.

Joe Arauz

Three floors of work by contemporary artist. Weekend violin players (first floor) Beautiful courtyard.

Bon Confidant

Well worth the trip from Broward. On a Saturday morning early, we got a parking spot right across the street. Pay by phone app.

Jose Chacon

Small but great exhibits

Vitglo Fitness

Why isn’t the whole town at this great new museum? It’s free to get in, and the exhibits are very well put together with scholarly guides available for each. This sculpture in the gardens was so perfectly hypergrowth Miami that I just had to share. We will be back soon enough.

Damon Marshall

Amazing art. An even more amazing space.

Donna Giamo

I am a member of the S F MOMA and was very impressed by this exhibition and little art museum.

Tansel Vesely

It's a nice place, you can see many good artwork . They have a lovely garden

Troy Chryssos

An intimate and inclusive museum sitting right on the water. Thoughtfully curated exhibits highlighting a variety of mediums make exploring this place a joyfully educational experience.

marcus kawamura

Small but worth visiting.

Minimalist Sale

Great new galleries. Amazing staff. Very welcoming.

Aneesah Malik

It was the perfect activity for a rainy start to the day. Art work was cool. We had a great time. Staff was very knowledgeable about the featured artist. It's also free. Can't beat free admission and a good time.

Richard Schagrin

Beautiful museum donated by Norman Braman and his wife. They have a very nice sculpture garden without much sculptures. The museum is 3 floors with spare exhibits and those are bazaar.

Amandine THÉPAUT

Nice museum but not the best. A bit empty. Big exhibition spaces and walls for few paintings and pieces. Free entrance with the Smithsonian staff card.

zuthbeida Lazrek

It was mindblowing. SMALL MUSEUM BUT GOOD EXHIBITS!

La Loba01

So cool! Specially that dark room in the third floor!!

Lynne Finol

Ask the people in the black shirts to elaborate on what you are viewing. It will open up a whole new world.

B.A. Pisani

One of the nicest places in the Miami Design District

Dimitris Siafarikas

Nothing really special

Shilah B

Fun family activities on weekend afternoons

Omar L

Some very Disturbing "art" exhibits. You can tell some of these "artists' " minds are completely twisted in a bad way. Most I wouldn't even call art.

John Mccoy

Well curated, friendly and informed staff

Sebastian Frias

One of the few places in miami built recently for culture and art and not shopping

Antonio Maggi

Amazing art gallery!

Peo Rousseau

And that museum itself is very nice and I love the fact that it is free! Personally I didn't really like most of the art pieces, and I am quite open to modern/contemporary art

Ariel Casanueva

Mid town design district

Ana Mena de Estevez

Attended the celebration of the book Haiti Rediscovered and My first time visiting ICA and it was simply great. I was pleased to see how ICA support the efforts of the community of artists in Miami.

johnny houston

Small but fun.

rob fabra

A very good surprise. Great curatorial work. Fantastic shows.

ANSTREBEN FILMS

Great community access. Love it!

Tim Mauche

The museum is a fantastic physical space for contemporary art. The reception staff are fantastic. 95% of the "art" leaves me asking "REALLY ??"

Tiffany Krause

I enjoy going for their monthly free family days. Find these listed on the Design District website.

Alex Snegirov

Contemporary art at it's finest. Very small exhibits. Boring art. As oppose to the parking garage across the street very modernly decorated

Grant Kunkel

Excellent space, art, and free!

Patricia Maria Vilaboy Deus

This newish Design District institution was formed when the Board of MoCA North Miami split off from the original institution (the politics and ethics of which have been thoroughly debated within the art world, to no firm resolution). The past firmly behind them, ICA is looking forward to a bright future, with a brand-new, 35,000-square-foot building scheduled to open in late 2017 just around the corner from the de la Cruz Collection. Until then, they're working out of the historic Moore building on 2nd Avenue, where they host some of the most interesting exhibitions in the city, in no small part due to the influence of their young and (justifiably) hyped Chief Curator Alex Gartenfeld. Gartenfeld is known for bringing in some of the world's most forward-thinking contemporary artists, and he's also got an incredible collection at his disposal, with some of the city's most important collectors—Martin Margulies, the Braman family, and the de la Cruz's—among the donor pool. It's a critical stop on any walk through the Design District.

Kerry Kwok

The museum tour was amazing!

Esau Silva

It's OK, not too big of a museum

Daniel Sul

Friendly staff, great content, free entrance, a must see in Miami