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November 2020
CultureFest 305: Origami and Calligraphy Workshop
Get creative with master folk artist Mieko Kubota during this live workshop on the Japanese traditions of origami (paper folding) and calligraphy (artistic writing). Using materials from home, follow along as Mieko guides you through the process of creating paper sculptures and writing calligraphy. To participate, please have the following materials available: pieces of paper cut into squares (3 inches, 6 inches, or 10 inches in length), blank sheets of paper, and a marker. If you'd like to…
Find out more »CultureFest 305: Ladino Meets Latino Performance with Susana Behar
HistoryMiami Museum's artist-in-residence Susana Behar takes you on a journey from the Iberian peninsula throughout Europe, the Middle East, and Latin America during this special performance of Ladino Meets Latino. Inspired by her heritage, Susana shares her passion for Latin American popular songs coupled with the evocative music of her Sephardic ancestors. Performing from the Alan & Diane Lieberman Performing Arts Theater, part of the Michael Ann Russell Jewish Community Center, she will be joined by guest musicians Jose Luis…
Find out more »CultureFest 305: Haitian Kompa Performance with Gabel
Close out CultureFest 305 with a virtual dance party featuring local legend and international sensation Gabel! This award winning South Florida band will have you on your feet with the contagious rhythms of Haitian kompa. Gabel has graced stages all around the world and come to you virtually from the Little Haiti Cultural Complex. Don't miss the opportunity to sing and dance to this popular music style beloved here in South Florida, Haiti, and across the Caribbean. If…
Find out more »December 2020
Cooking Workshop: Sephardic Dishes and Melodies
Cook, sing, and connect! Join artist-in-residence Susana Behar for a one-of-a-kind virtual workshop that marries her love of music with her passion for cooking. Follow along as Susana guides you in preparing staples of Sephardic cuisine, including recipes just in time for Hanukkah. During this intimate experience, you'll learn about the customs and celebrations surrounding these dishes and enjoy musical surprises along the way! In order to follow along during the workshop, participants will receive a simple list of…
Find out more »Kids Ask a Question
Free with registration. Register here to receive the Zoom information. Did you know that an alligator could go through 3,000 teeth in a lifetime? That sun tan lotion was invented in Miami? Spend the morning with us and get answers to all your curious questions about South Florida’s history and much more. Holiday Traditions Ring in the joy of the season! Holidays are great; do you know why people celebrate them? We have so many different reasons. Some holidays are…
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January 2021
Cultural Encounter: Garden, Cook, and Create with Herbs
Join us for Cultural Encounters as we explore cultural traditions that are “so Miami.” Meet the artisans and experts whose crafts, skills, and services make Miami, Miami during these intimate, unique experiences. Presented by the museum’s South Florida Folklife Center. Garden, Cook, and Create with Herbs Learn from the experts during this virtual workshop with Semillas Coop, an urban agricultural project bringing organically produced, quality vegetables to the local community. This hands-on class will cover container gardening, as well…
Find out more »Family Program: West African Songs and Stories
Enjoy a live virtual presentation of West African culture with artist-in-residence, Delou Africa Dance Ensemble. This interactive experience for the entire family incorporates rhythm, movement, and stories to explore the cultural expressions of the African continent. Program is recommended for all ages and is FREE with registration. Registration includes a family activity packet to complete the experience. The packet will be emailed to all participants prior to the program. Capacity is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Register here to receive Zoom log-in information Live captioning is available for this program with support from the…
Find out more »Sip of History: Stories and Spirits
Museum Members: $5, Non-Members: $10 Register here to receive Zoom log-in information. Sip of History delves into South Florida’s past and present through moderated conversation with artists, activists, and community stakeholders from a variety of disciplines. Hosted by a HistoryMiami staff, each conversation will explore a different topic centered on the diverse stories of our local communities. Each conversation will be paired with a Miami inspired cocktail for participants to try at home. Join Gabriel Urrutia, author and mixologist, in…
Find out more »Via Zoom! Biscayne Boulevard Virtual Tour with Dr. George
Museum Members: $5, Non-Members: $15 Register for Zoom instructions Reflect upon the rise of Biscayne Boulevard on a virtual tour with HistoryMiami Museum’s Resident Historian, Dr. Paul George. View some of the early buildings that made up Miami’s developing skyline, including the Miami News Tower and nearby hotels such as the Alcazar and Everglades Hotel. Explore the history of Bayfront Park, which by the 1930s was thought of as Miami’s “front porch,” and of the floating aquarium that was once…
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