VIZCAYA MUSEUM AND GARDENS MASTER PLAN UPDATE

Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee · 2026-09-09 · resolution

Resolution approving the Vizcaya Museum and Gardens 2026 Master Plan, including the proposed relocation of Villa Serena to Vizcaya Village. The plan covers a 50-acre site. The resolution authorizes the Commissioner of District 7 to conduct due diligence and negotiate an agreement with philanthropist Kenneth C. Griffin for the relocation of Villa Serena, which is fully funded by Mr. Griffin, who also pledged a separate $5,000,000.00 endowment. The resolution was forwarded to the BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee on 9/9/2026. The agenda date is 10/20/2026. The file number is 261164. The prime sponsor is Raquel A. Regalado. The resolution states the County retains sole ownership of the grounds, buildings and art collections of Vizcaya. The Trust is required to secure necessary regulatory approvals prior to undertaking any renovation, construction or relocation activities. The resolution states the Trust is in the early stages of a comprehensive fundraising campaign to identify support for unfunded renovation and construction projects.