CURTISS MANSION, INC.
MIAMI, FLORIDA

Cur­tiss Man­sion, Inc. (CMI) is a Florida-registered 501(c)(3) all-volunteer organization established in 1998 with the mission to preserve and celebrate the historic legacy of Glenn Hammond Curtiss. The iconic home, recognized as a National Register of Historic Places site, serves multiple functions including historic, cultural, educational, social, civic, and recreational activities. Cur­tiss Man­sion was reopened for public access in 2012 after an extensive fundraising campaign led by grassroots efforts and support from significant local entities such as the Miami-Dade County Commissioner Rebeca Sosa, State of Florida Division of Historical Resources, and numerous private and corporate donors. Following renovations to enhance accessibility and expand program offerings—such as installing complete ADA access, restrooms, an elevator, and adapting spaces for flexible use—the mansion now hosts a diverse array of events. These include fine arts presentations, lectures, films, exhibits, classes, and youth activities aligned with the Chautauqua Institute model. The organization continues to develop its public programming under the leadership provided by their first paid Executive Director hired in 2013. Cur­tiss Man­sion is governed by a current Management Agreement that mandates CMI to manage fundraising, maintenance, daily operations, and oversight of all Mansion activities. Recognized as a local historic site under Miami Springs' History Preservation Ordinance, the mansion was donated by Sunburst Hospitality Corporation to the City of Miami Springs. Though its historical significance has garnered public attention, CMI faced financial challenges when additional funding pledges were rescinded in 2012. The organization is supported by officers and directors including President Richard Wheeler, Vice President Carlos Leonard, and Director Roy Rodriguez. With a mailing address at P.O. BOX 661494, Miami Springs, FL, they can be contacted at (305) 869-5180 or through their website at curtissmansion.com.