This Mother's Day, families can give the matriarchs in their lives an escape to Miami's historical Deering Estate. The estate is throwing open its gates for a day of picturesque outdoor brunching and scenic bay cruising on May 12, offering a unique combination of relaxation, art, and nature—as stated on the Miami-Dade government website.
With tickets priced at $15 for adults and $7 for children ages 4 to 14, Mother's Day at Deering Estate is touted not only as an intimate family picnic among Royal Palm trees but also as an educational excursion with a nature preserve tour where families can enjoy the indulgent pleasure of a Garden Exhibition by artists Gustavo Matamoros and Robert Thiele, as per the details listed on their announcement. Free access is granted to Deering Estate Foundation Members, and those inclined can join the ranks of the philanthropists safeguarding this slice of Floridian heritage by becoming a member today.
If you're on the hunt for something with a little extra pizzazz, the estate is also offering a special Mother's Day Bay Cruise aboard the Pelican Skipper. As revealed by their online itinerary, the cruise includes the chance to spot wildlife like manatees and dolphins, and a glass of complimentary champagne adds some extra sparkle to the $50 cruise experience, which runs in the morning and afternoon slots for convenient scheduling.
About the Deering Estate itself: it's more than just a house museum, it juggles the hats of a cultural nexus, an ecological beehive, and a historical landmark, with Miami-Dade County Parks taking the reins of its operations. This prime piece of real estate serves an eclectic mix of roles as a "Heritage Park" in the region, from conserving nature to boosting recreational and cultural opportunities for residents and visitors alike, it’s considered a vital organ in the infrastructure of the community’s heritage parks.
The Miami-Dade government release emphasizes that the Deering Estate Foundation plays a critical part in the preservation and enrichment of this site. Founded in 1989, the organization underpins Charles Deering's sanctuary of the 1920s by fundraising and providing for an array of experiences, reflecting its commitment to education, the arts, and environmental science. The foundation ensures that the estate remains an illustrious bastion of American heritage for years to come, all through the support of individuals and corporate members dedicated to its cause.
