Summary

Mia Martin, widely recognized in the Palm Beach community for her dedication to the arts and historical preservation, was raised in the scenic landscape of Virginia’s Hunt Country. A graduate of the Foxcroft School in Middleburg, she later returned to support her alma mater as a Trustee and played a key leadership role as co-chair of its Centennial celebration.

Her global perspective on the arts was shaped through studies in the United States, England, Italy, and Switzerland. Early in her career, Mia worked at Sotheby’s in London before earning her fine arts degree from American University.

Mia Martin Palm Beach’s passion for architecture and cultural legacy fueled her commitment to historic preservation. She became a member of the Council of the National Trust for Historic Preservation and co-chaired the prominent “Restore America Gala” at the Library of Congress. Her service includes time as a Trustee for Oatlands Plantation and contributing to the U.S. Commission for America’s Heritage Abroad. Her hands-on restoration work includes revitalizing a historic Virginia farmhouse and restoring an Embassy Row mansion in Washington, D.C., which was later acquired by the Embassy of Estonia.

Her love for genealogy and historical lineage deepened her involvement with prestigious societies. She has served as the Recording Secretary for the Colonial Dames of the 17th Century and chaired its heraldry committee. She is also active in the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), the Pilgrim Society, and was recently inducted into The Society of Mayflower Descendants in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Beyond her preservation work, Mia is an author. Her book, Dog Heraldry: The Official Collection of Canine Coat of Arms, was published by Simon & Schuster and debuted at the Westminster Kennel Club, reflecting her whimsical yet scholarly interest in history and symbolism.

Whether in Virginia or as part of the vibrant cultural scene in Palm Beach, Mia Martin Palm Beach continues to be a passionate advocate for heritage, history, and the arts.