Museums and Exhibitions

An exhibition that invites visitors to explore the daily life of Jews in the Iberian Peninsula through detailed facsimiles, virtual reproductions, images, and re-creations. Following the reception, there will be a tour led by Dr. Shai Cohen featuring the innovative new component developed in collaboration with The Virtual Experiences Simulation Lab (VESL), which enhances the exhibition through mixed reality integration and an AI avatar of Rambam (Maimonides). ABOUT THE EXHIBITION “The Golden Age of the Jews of Al-Andalus” is a curated exhibition that invites visitors to explore the daily life of Jews in the Iberian Peninsula through detailed facsimiles, virtual reproductions, images, and re-creations. This society produced notable figures, such as the diplomat Ibn Shaprut, the poets Ibn Gabirol and Judah Halevi, and the thinker Maimonides, all of whom contributed to a rich cultural heritage that endures to this day. Visitors can experience a reconstructed medieval synagogue on-site through mixed reality, utilizing augmented reality (AR) features. A virtual reality version is also available online, enabling users to join the guided AR tour and interact with an AI avatar of Maimonides. A bilingual Spanish-English traveling exhibition, “The Golden Age” was originally curated by José Martínez Delgado, a professor at the University of Granada. The installation on view on the first floor of the Otto G. Richter Library was organized by Centro Sefarad-Israel in collaboration with several organizations, including the Miller Center for Contemporary Judaic Studies, the George Feldenkreis Program in Judaic Studies, and the Libraries at the University of Miami.

Come learn about the nation’s first & only Black Precinct and Courthouse, where true community policing began. We invite you to: Learn the unique story of how Miami's Black community shaped and was impacted by its legal system and law enforcement Enjoy a lunch provided by the Virginia Key Beach Park Trust Enter in a park raffle for a FREE pavilion rental

MOAD Projects is pleased to host artist Loni Johnson for an artist residency at Miami Dade College's Homestead Campus. The artist will use the campus's gallery as a space in which to create new work, and will host open studio hours on Thursdays, October 17 and 24 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Loni Johnson is a multi-disciplinary visual artist born and raised in Miami, FL. As an artist, educator, mother, and activist, Johnson's work is rooted in family history and spiritual traditions. For Johnson, there is a cyclical obligation to give back and nurture our communities with her creative gift and it must be utilized to better our world. Through movement and ritual, the artist explores how ancestral and historical memory informs how, when and where we enter and claim spaces. Johnson graduated in 2003 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts from SUNY at Purchase College School of Art and Design. MOAD's programs are made possible with the support of the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade County Mayor, and Board of County Commissioners. They are sponsored in part by the State of Florida through the Division of Arts and Culture and the National Endowment for the Arts, and with generous support from the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation. The Miami Herald is a media sponsor of MOAD's programming. Photo by World Red Eye, courtesy of Locust Projects.

The Deering Estate, in collaboration with the Antique Automotive Club of America – South Florida Region, will host the 12th annual Vintage Auto Show on Sunday, November 3, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Guests from the Miami area can enjoy a relaxing day outdoors as they stroll down memory lane. Car show enthusiasts of all ages can enjoy a variety of vintage cars, from 1965 and older, displayed on the historic grounds of the Deering Estate for Miami’s most exciting car show.

The University of Miami presents Saudade, an exhibition by Master of Fine Arts candidate Mariana Espindola. Saudade presents a documentation of my experience with death, grief, the loss of my father, and the changing dynamics of my family. This journey began a few years ago when I found out my dad was sick, continuing through the event of his passing last February, and now in the experience of life without him. Saudade is a series of large-scale photographs, along with three narrative photobooks, and a circular photo-based sculpture depicting landscapes, people, and fabric. This journey incorporates the three main stages of the grief I have experienced, including anxiety, presence, and silence. By showcasing this work in the exhibition Saudade I hope to create an opportunity for people to understand the realities of the grieving process as well as a space where viewers may feel comfortable discussing their own sentiments. ABOUT THE ARTIST Mariana Espindola, a photographer based in Miami, Fl, captures profound moments within her family, exploring the emotional landscape surrounding loss. Through her lens, she intimately documents the journey of her loved ones during times of grief, creating a visual narrative that transcends personal boundaries. Additionally, Espindola embarks on a unique exploration of her surroundings, meticulously photographing the moments encountered on her quest to complete 300,000 steps. Her work intertwines the personal and the physical, inviting viewers to contemplate the interconnectedness of familial bonds and the rhythms of everyday life. Saudade is on view until June 28, 2024, at the University of Miami Gallery in the Wynwood Building, 2750 NW 3rd Avenue, Suite 4, Miami, FL 33127. Gallery hours are Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. or by appointment. *Hours may be subject to change; please call (305) 284-3161 to confirm times. For more information and online offerings, please visit www.as.miami.edu/art or contact Milly Cardoso, Gallery Director at m.cardoso1@miami.edu. To stay up to date, follow us on Instagram and Twitter @umartgalleries. Operating Hours - Wednesday to Friday, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm

Celebrate Hip Hop Appreciation Week 2024 with PATH: Preserving, Archiving & Teaching Hiphop, Inc. + the Museum of Graffiti! Fam Jam is an ALL AGES event honoring the people, places, and elements that define Hip Hop culture. Check out the museum’s exhibitions and join interactive Hip Hop element activations curated by PATH, Inc. including: + Scavenger hunts with prizes + Graffiti-inspired art activities for all ages + DJs ALL DAY + Dance performance + Dance Workshop + MC Performances + And more!

Visit historic Mediterranean Revival buildings and stroll through the bustling business district of Coral Gables, learning about the history of this thriving area since the 1920s! With each step, you’ll uncover the fascinating history and stories behind the iconic buildings that define this unique urban oasis. Museum admission is included with tickets.

Packed with educational fun and creative activities, Family Day on Aragon is the perfect outing for children and adults alike. From 11-5 PM, relish in free admission, interactive exhibitions, engaging workshops, and a whole lot more. Bond with your loved ones as you uncover the wonders of history and culture at the Coral Gables Museum.

Join us for a lively discussion hosted by The National Portrait Gallery with the authors and contributors of the book 1898: Visual Culture and U.S. Imperialism in the Caribbean and the Pacific. This book offers a revealing look at U.S. imperialism through the lens of visual culture and portraiture.