Archive for the culture category
March 18th, 2008 by jamie a
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Miami is not only know for its fun family attractions, fabulous beaches, and fashion-conscious crowd, but also for its culinary achievements. Little Havana’s main street, Southwest 8th Street, is bustling with people enjoying its delicious assortment of Cuban cuisine. This street is a must-visit for travelers, showcasing the diverse culinary talents of the city’s Cuban immigrants.
Recently named one of the by GOOD Magazine, they recommend Los Pinarenos Fruiteria for fresh squeezed sugarcane and orange juices, Casa Panza for tapas and Flamenco dancing, San Pocho Restaurant for 75 cent empanadas, Taqueria El Mexicano for bistec a la Mexicana, and the local favorite Versailles Cafe.
Bon appetit!
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March 14th, 2008 by jamie a
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Celebrate the great history of the city of Miami during March and April with Dade Heritage Days!
This festival will be celebrating the of the county, offering tons of events throughout the month to enjoy. There’s the Upper Eastside Green Market, offering the best in produce and fruit, The Biltmore Hotel Historic Tours, Art Deco Walking Tours, and a preview exhibit at the Coral Gables Museum.
Also be sure to check out the and the with your for even more historical learning.
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February 25th, 2008 by jamie a
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From February 28 though March 9th, the celebrates 25 years of bringing the best of world cinema to the city of Miami.
The festival not only supports filmmakers, but bridges gaps between Miami’s diverse population, urging those to come together and experience life through film. The Miami Film Society has grown exponentially since the conception of the festival and continues to forge important connections between society and film in the city.
For the full event guide and schedule, check it out .
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February 11th, 2008 by jamie a
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Perhaps Miami is an unlikely candidate to be on the cutting edge of the modern art scene, but The New York Times reports that the city shows that there’s art in its heart.
In the article the cultural mecca is explored, from the Art Basel Miami Beach festival to the Arsenal Mall, the nation’s first contemporary art shopping mall. Mr. Riley, the director of the Miami Art Museum says, “The Miami art scene is somewhere between young adulthood and late adolescence. It’s no longer a kid, but it’s still happy-go-lucky and trying to figure out what it wants to do with its future.”
There’s now over 70 galleries in the city, nestled in the Art Deco architecture, bringing the city to the edge of the glamorous contemporary art scene. There’s a complete guide to these galleries in the conclusion of the article, along with listings of design stores and places to party.
If you’d like to see the scene in slideshow format, check out also by The New York Times.
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January 28th, 2008 by jamie a
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The Los Angeles Times recently published the article chronicling the area’s fantastic history.
The guide focuses on individual hotels, their histories, and their place in the world of Art Deco. It features well-known hotels like the Park Central Hotel, The Colony, and the Clevelander, all adding their individual beauty and charm to the area.
If architecture, historical landmarks, and art are some of your interests, with much more information than an article or books could ever offer. Get an up-close and personal look at these unique landmarks the next time you’re in Miami and who knows, you may even learn some history!
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December 4th, 2007 by susan j
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This weekend brings the sixth season of . Running from Thursday, December 6 through Sunday, December 9, this high profile art show attracts over 40,00 art lovers from around the world. According to the event website, “Art Basel Miami Beach combines an international selection of top galleries with an exciting program of special exhibitions, parties and crossover events featuring music, film, architecture and design.”
Here is the , which features receptions, lectures, brunches, and more celebrating art from the 20th and 21st centuries. The exhibition spaces are concentrated in Miami’s Art Deco District near several hotels and the beach. Visitors can also take advantage of from major hotels to some of the gallery spaces.
Art lovers planning to visit Miami may also want to explore the Lowe Art Museum, Bass Museum of Art, and the Miami Art Museum.
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November 12th, 2007 by keith f
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If you’ve ever been to Miami Beach, especially South Beach, you might have been curious to know how the architecture got its distinctively stylized look. Here’s a little overview of Art Deco architecture.
Miami Beach’s building boom came during the second phase of Art Deco known as Streamline Moderne. It began at the stock market crash and ended at the onset of WWII. The architecture represents a less decorative reflection of the post-Depression era. It began in 1910 when Carl Fischer and John Collins began to transform the mangrove swamp into a tourist destination. The name Art Deco itself comes from the Exposition Internationale des Arts Decoratifs Industriels et Modernes held in Paris in 1925, which promoted art deco architecture in Europe. It’s bold colors and zig zag architecture dates back to the Egyptian tombs when objects of this style were placed in pharoahs’ tombs to enlighten the sleeping kings.
Miami Beach architects used local imagery to create what we now call Tropical Deco. These buildings feature relief ornamentation featuring whimsical flora, fauna and ocean-liner motifs to reinforce the image of Miami Beach as a seaside resort. The feel really adds to the aura of Miami Beach- it’s a contrast because though it’s a progressive and uninhibited city, the architecture brings you back to a different time and era. The best way to see and learn about Art Deco is to visit the Art Deco Welcome Center at the intersection of 10th St and Ocean Drive. They offer guided 90 minute walking tours from local historians 5 days per week. The Miami Design Preservation League is also offering a special Art Deco lecture tomorrow evening at 7 pm.
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November 2nd, 2007 by susan j
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Miami is famous for beautiful beaches and bustling nightlife, but it also has several museums and other sights that offer insight into Miami’s colorful and multicultural heritage and culture. Here are some of our suggestions for cultural highlights of Miami:
- Vizcaya Museum and Gardens evokes the grandeur and beauty of an Italian villa. Ten acres of gardens overlook beautiful Biscayne Bay, and the main house is open for tours 364 days a year.
- Bonnet House Museum & Gardens reflects the unique creative vision of Frederic Clay Bartlett. Mr. Barlett’s studio, complete with paints, palette, and an unfinished work on his easel, offer a glimpse into the artist’s world.
- Miami Art Museum showcases Miami-based artists in the context of international art from the20th and 21st centuries. Its collection reflects the diversity of Miami’s people and places.
- Bass Museum of Art is housed in the historic Art Deco district inside Miami’s first public building with art exhibition space. The art collection inside spans more than five centuries and four continents.
- Lowe Art Museum at the University of Miami covers 5,000 years of art from South America to Asia, Africa, and beyond. Their current exhibit now through September 15 explores the relationship between the natural and manmade world.
Next, we’ll feature some of Miami’s best hands-on family museums.
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October 17th, 2007 by susan j
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Calling all bibliophiles: mark November 4-11 on your calendars for the largest book fair in America! Launched in 1984, the features book readings in English and Spanish, a “children’s alley” with activities for young readers, a showcase of rare books, and special events spread over a week.
The fair highlights notable authors from Miami and beyond reading in a variety of genres and languages. This year’s authors include Jenna Bush, Ha Jin, Erica Jong, and others. Read the complete list .
Other nearby Miami attractions include Bayside Marketplace, Island Queen Cruises, and Miami City Tour.
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October 15th, 2007 by keith f
On November 3rd, the City of Miami Beach will host to truly unique Miami experience called Sleepless Night-Fall Back, Culture Forward. A thirteen hour event to celebrate the clocks being turned back an hour will feature music, dance, art and culture. The event will be a complete cultural takeover and celebration of the 25th hour. It’s all free, yes free, and will be held at indoor and outdoor venues in 4 areas of Miami Beach: North Beach, Lincoln Road, Collins Park and Ocean Drive.
Adventurous entertainment will run the gamut for you to choose from: music, dance, comedy, theater and performance art. Food and of course those famous South Beach libations will be available.
There will be a FREE Sleepless Night Shuttle throughout the night picking up from various parking garages and to keep the party going (and maybe to keep you awake), there will be entertainment on the shuttles.
Hotels will offer special packages to rest one’s weary bones after the 13 hours of sleeplessness. Please check out the website for details about every aspect of this anticipated evening at www.sleeplessnight.org.
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