Hailed as an artistic inspiration since the city’s first humble beginnings, Miami Beach represents the epitome of an artistic masterpiece. The city’s world-renowned Art Deco Historic District, clad with vibrant historic Art Deco architecture engulfing hotels, apartments and virtually every erected structure, was appointed to the National Register of Historic Places in 1979. The Art Deco District contains the largest collection of Art Deco architecture in the world and acts as the key attraction and inspiration of artists from around the globe that come to revel in its awe-inspiring presence.