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Art of Black Miami Virtual Conversation: Building Unity & Creative Ecosystems

Join us Friday, January 22, 2021 at 6pm for another creative conversation as we explore creating artworks that build on a distinctive combination of culture, commerce, and design. Miami's ascendance as a global tourism destination and a cultural landscape offers a unique canvas for artistic expression which continues to influence our neighborhoods and communities. Art talk panelists will include Fiber Artists, Xenobia Bailey and Evelyn Politzer, moderated by Rosie Gordon-Wallace, Founder, Diaspora Vibe Cultural Arts Incubator & Strategic Art Consultant. The virtual event will include a special performance by classical violinist, Marcia Anderson. This art talk is presented in partnership with The Links Incorporated, Greater Miami Chapter. To register click here.

Kimpton Hotels – MLK Jr. Weekend Art Activation

In honor of Martin Luther King Day, Kimpton South Beach hotels which include, EPIC, Palomar South Beach, Surfcomber and Anglers, will pay homage to the holiday by hosting local artist pop-up events over the long weekend. Each hotel, in partnership with the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau’s - Art of Black Miami program, will spotlight one local Black artist by displaying several curated pieces in its lobby along with biographical and inspirational information about the displayed artist. Participating artists will include Marcus Blake, Zeek Mathias, Annick Duvivier and Sophia Wong. In addition, each hotel will host intimate artist meet and greets during its nightly social hour, where guests can connect directly with the artist, ask questions and learn more about the displayed works. The art will be displayed January 15-19th and RSVPs are not required as the events are open to both guests and the public. Attendees should note masks are required and each hotel is following compliance with local COVID-19 safety protocols. For more information contact Petra Brennan, Tourism Business Enhancement Director at petra@gmcvb.com.

MOCA North Miami to Present 1st Retrospective of Late Afro-Caribbean Artist Michael Richards

The Museum of Contemporary Art North Miami (MOCA) is proud to host the exhibition “Michael Richards: Are You Down?” ― the first museum retrospective of the work of Michael Richards. The Afro-Caribbean artist’s sculptural and drawing practice reflects on issues of racial inequity, anti-blackness, and diasporic identity.Co-curated by Alex Fialho and Melissa Levin, “Michael Richards: Are You Down?” marks the largest exhibition of Richards’ work to date and will be on view from April 21 through Oct. 10, 2021. Richards passed away in the Sept. 11, 2001, terror attacks while working in his Lower Manhattan Cultural Council World Views studio, located on the 92nd floor of World Trade Center Tower One. The exhibition will be on view from April 21 through Oct. 10, 2021, commemorating the 20th anniversary of 9/11.

HistoryMiami Museum’s New Artist-in-Residence

HistoryMiami Museum is proud to announce our newest artist-in-residence, Delou Africa Dance Ensemble! Delou Africa Dance Ensemble is a leading West African folklore company and artist collective of talented drummers, musicians, dancers, and storytellers. Founded by Njeri Plato, the organization showcases rich traditions of West Africa through artistic expression, education, and cultural preservation. Delou Africa offers year-round programs, including the annual African Diaspora Dance & Drum Festival of Florida. Through African music and dance education, public performances, and community outreach, the company fulfills its mission to bridge cultural gaps and preserve African culture. Click here to read more.

Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs -Quarterly Grant Programs Deadlines

Community Grants Program (CG) - Graham Winick / graham.winick@miamidade.gov

A quarterly program for non-profit organizations developing community-based cultural programs, projects, and events, such as fairs, parades, neighborhood festivals, conferences, and publications.

Fourth Quarter:
Workshop - January 28, 2021 at 2:00 PM - RSVP
Courtesy Review Deadline: February 18, 2021, 11:59 PM
Application Deadline: February 25, 2021, 11:59 PM

DVCAI Showcases the Work of Miami and National Artists in Charlotte, NC

The diversity of Miami artists and their works will be represented at the Diaspora Vibe Cultural Arts Incubator’s exhibition at the National Historic Museum Harvey B. Gantt Center for African American Arts + Culture. The exhibition, Inter|Sectionality: Diaspora Art From The Creole City is curated by DVCAI’s founder Rosie Gordon-Wallace and features the work of twenty-five artists including local and national representation. GMCVB through its Art of Black Miami platform is a contributing sponsor of this exhibition. The exhibition is slated to open September 2020, exact date to be determined. The exhibition will be viewed through February 2021, to learn more visit DVCAI. *Titled artwork included in the exhibition by Anja Marias, ONCE UPON A TIME, WHEN WE EXHALED THE SKY, 2020.

Miami Art Strong

The arts are a powerful force, allowing us to express our humanity through a spectrum of emotions, from joy to sadness and nostalgia. During these times, art can connect us even as we’re distanced. Until we meet again, Miami’s arts institutions are here for you in the digital realm. Tag #MiamiArtStrong to show how you are using the arts during this time. To learn more visit Miami Art Strong.

MIAMI-Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau