Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County offers unique opportunities to experience the artistic process first hand from curtain talks to master classes to demonstrations.
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Miami Art Museum
MAM Morning Lectures
"Out of Africa: Reflections on Modern and Contemporary Art of the Americas."
October 2008 through April, 2009 @ 10:30 a.m.
Six monthly Wednesday-morning lectures by local experts will take a look at the complex subject of the art of the African Diaspora from our particular geographical position on the shores of the Caribbean.
Miami Art Museum - 101 W Flagler St. Miami, FL 33130.
For further information on programs, call MAM's Education Department at 305-375-4073 or email education@miamiartmuseum.org
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Miami Art Museum Exhibition
"Yinka Shonibare: A Flying Machine for Every Man, Woman and Child"
October 31, 2008 - January 18, 2009
British-born of Nigerian parents, Shonibare is known for his installations and photographs displaying a mélange of African and European cultures reflecting the legacy of 19th century colonialism.
Opening Lecture:, Sunday, November 2, at 3 pm.
Tours:, every Sunday at 2pm.
Free with museum admission.
Miami Art Museum - 101 W Flagler St. Miami, FL 33130. For further information on programs, call MAM's Education Department at 305-375-4073 or email education@miamiartmuseum.org
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North Dade Regional Library
"Jazz with Azúcar: Latin Jazz Heritage"
Wednesday, January 14, 2009
The Miami-Dade Public Library System invites you to explore the roots of jazz and get culturally connected through books, music, movies and more during the Adrienne Arsht Center's Jazz Roots - A Larry Rosen Series.
Dig deep into the roots of jazz with artists Howard Moss, Lela Lombardo, and Nicole Yarling. These performing artists will present a jazz film followed by a discussion or performance.
North Dade Regional Library - 10750 SW 211 St., Miami
For additional program dates/time please visit www.mdpls.org or call 305-233-8140.
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Miami Art Museum
Lecture "The Blues Aesthetic"
Sunday, January 18, 2009 @ 3 p.m.
In connection with the Jazz Roots series, Dr. Richard Powell, John Spencer Bassett Professor, Department of Art, Duke University, will speak on the inter-relationship between visual and aural expressions from the early 20th century to the present.
Miami Art Museum - 101 W Flagler St. Miami, FL 33130. For further information on programs, call MAM's Education Department at 305-375-4073 or email education@miamiartmuseum.org
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North Dade Regional Library
"Compose and They Will Listen: Big Band Jazz"
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
The Miami-Dade Public Library System invites you to explore the roots of jazz and get culturally connected through books, music, movies and more during the Adrienne Arsht Center's Jazz Roots - A Larry Rosen Series.
Dig deep into the roots of jazz with artists Howard Moss, Lela Lombardo, and Nicole Yarling. These performing artists will present a jazz film followed by a discussion or performance.
North Dade Regional Library - 10750 SW 211 St., Miami
For additional program dates/time please visit www.mdpls.org or call 305-233-8140.
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North Dade Regional Library
Jazz for Kids - Main Library
Wednesday, February 18, 2009 at 3 p.m.
The Miami-Dade Public Library System invites you to explore the roots of jazz and get culturally connected through books music, movies and more during the Arsht Center's Jazz Roots - Larry Rosen Series.
Jazz for kids with music, stories and crafts
Ages 5-12
North Dade Regional Library - 10750 SW 211 St., Miami
For additional program dates/time please visit www.mdpls.org or call 305-233-8140.
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Miami Art Museum Exhibition
"NeoHooDoo: Art for a Forgotten Faith"
February 20 - May 24, 2009
The term HooDoo, which originated in 19th-century America, refers to folkloric magic or healing, while in contemporary art, NeoHooDoo describes the use of ritual to reinterpret cultural heritage.
Tours: every Sunday at 2pm. Free with museum admission.
Opening Lecture:, Sunday, February 22, at 3pm.
Teacher Workshop:, Friday, March 27, 9 am - 3 pm
Miami Art Museum - 101 W Flagler St. Miami, FL 33130. For further information on programs, call MAM's Education Department at 305-375-4073 or email education@miamiartmuseum.org
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Historical Museum of Southern Florida
Overtown Walking Tours
Sunday, February 22, 2009
12 - 2 p.m.
Overtown Walking Tour & People's Bar-B-Que Lunch
For more information, call 305.375.1492
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Historical Museum of Southern Florida
African Diaspora Coach Tour
Sunday, March 8, 2009
12 - 3 p.m.
African Diaspora Coach Tour: Bahamian Grove, Little Haiti & Lemon City
For more information, call 305.375.1492
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North Dade Regional Library
"Contemporary Currents: Jazz in the Modern Age"
Wednesday, March 11, 2009
The Miami-Dade Public Library System invites you to explore the roots of jazz and get culturally connected through books, music, movies and more during the Adrienne Arsht Center's Jazz Roots - Larry Rosen Series.
Dig deep into the roots of jazz with artists Howard Moss, Lela Lombardo, and Nicole Yarling. These performing artists will present a jazz film followed by a discussion or performance.
North Dade Regional Library - 10750 SW 211 St., Miami
For additional program dates/time please visit www.mdpls.org or call 305-233-8140.
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Historical Museum of Southern Florida
Virginia Key Beach Eco-History Walk
Saturday, March 14, 2009
10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
For more information, call 305.375.1492
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North Dade Regional Library
Celebrate Jazz
Wednesday, March 18, 2009 at 3:30 pm
The Miami-Dade Public Library System invites you to explore the roots of jazz and get culturally connected through books music, movies and more during the Adrienne Arsht Center's Jazz Roots - Larry Rosen Series.
Celebrate Jazz with stories, music and crafts
Ages 5 and up
North Dade Regional Library - 10750 SW 211 St., Miami
For additional program dates/time please visit www.mdpls.org or call 305-233-8140.
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North Dade Regional Library
"The Celebration Goes On: Jazz is Here to Stay"
Wednesday, April 8, 2009
The Miami-Dade Public Library System invites you to explore the roots of jazz and get culturally connected through books music, movies and more during the Adrienne Arsht Center's Jazz Roots - Larry Rosen Series.
Dig deep into the roots of jazz with artists Howard Moss, Lela Lombardo, and Nicole Yarling. These performing artists will present a jazz film followed by a discussion or performance.
North Dade Regional Library - 10750 SW 211 St., Miami
For additional program dates/time please visit www.mdpls.org or call 305-233-8140.
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Miami Art Museum Exhibition
NeoHooDoo MAM Family Festival on the Cultural Plaza
April 11, 2009
1 p.m.
Live musical performances, poetry, folktales, games, tours and art activities inspired by the exhibition.
Miami Art Museum - 101 W Flagler St. Miami, FL 33130. For further information on programs, call MAM's Education Department at 305-375-4073 or email education@miamiartmuseum.org
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Historical Museum of Southern Floridaa Black History of Miami City Cemetery Tour
Saturday, April 25, 2009
2:30 p.m. - 5 p.m.
For more information, call 305.375.1492
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