Coral Gables Magazine May 2026: Where to See Art in Coral Gables

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Editor’s Note

The Mark of Civilization

Mark Trowbridge, the former president of the Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce who passed away last year, was always fond of noting that our city “punches way above its weight class.” That boxing analogy referred to the stunning variety of cultural and lifestyle assets proffered by a city of just 50,000 residents – everything from three golf courses, 100+ dining options, and three live theaters, to the masterful selection of classical and contemporary music (not to mention dance) offered at both the University of Miami and the Sanctuary of The Arts.

Among the things that elevate the city beyond its size are its art galleries and museums, which we feature in this issue. All are worthy of a visit, with a special shout out to the Lowe Museum at the University of Miami. While the galleries we highlight and the Coral Gables Museum are “in your face” so to speak, in prominent locations on Aragon Avenue and Ponce de Leon Boulevard, the Lowe is tucked away on the UM campus. But it is surprisingly easy to access, just a block in on Stanford Drive from south Ponce. Just drive past the friendly guard gate. There is free parking in a lot across the street from the museum and admission is free. Inside you will find painting and sculpture from Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Europe and the Americas – basically from across the planet, some of it stretching back thousands of years. There are also contemporary masterpieces, rotating exhibits, and the relatively new Palley Pavilion of glass and studio arts.

When we started the magazine, someone who had lived here all his life told me that, with the exception of traveling abroad, everything you might want in this world can be found in Coral Gables. I thought at the time that it was an absurd statement, but now I am beginning to wonder. And we haven’t even mentioned the art in public places, the sculptures and fountains placed all over town. We’ll save that for another issue.

JP Faber
Editor-In-Chief
Coral Gables Magazine