FREE with registration. 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. Our first program is All About Halloween. Let’s learn about […]
Via Zoom! In Class with Dr. George: A History of Florida
Tuesdays starting at 2:00 PM Eastern Time Museum Members: $100, Non-Members: $125 Register for Zoom instructions Class Schedule Tuesday, November 10, 2020 | Meet & Greet with Dr. George Tuesday, November 17, 2020 | Class #1 Tuesday, November 24, 2020 | Class #2 Includes presentation by Kevin Wynn, Lynn and Louis Wolfson II Florida […]
CultureFest 305: Live Storytelling
Enjoy a live reading of Fry Bread: A Native American Family Story by Kevin Noble Maillard and illustrated by Juana Martinez-Neal. The story comes to life with a presentation by Melanie Turtle of Seminole Bird Clan Catering who will demonstrate the traditional Seminole method for making fry bread over an open fire. Fry Bread: […]
CultureFest 305: Cuban Fusion Dance Workshop
Dance along with master teacher Marisol Blanco during this Cuban fusion dance workshop! Joined by guest dancer Carlos Ramirez, Marisol will teach a variety of traditional and popular Cuban dance styles, presenting in both English and Spanish. If you’d like to chat with us and ask Marisol questions during the program, please join […]
CultureFest 305: Tropical Fruit Farming Demonstration
LNB Grovestand and Edible South Florida bring you this truly unique virtual farm-to-table experience. Tour the LNB Groves second generation family farm with Marc, Adena, and Levi Ellenby as they discuss the variety of tropical fruits and plants they grow, such as sapodilla, mamey sapote, roselle, and starfruit. Watch as turmeric is dug from the […]
CultureFest 305: Movie Watch Party with O Cinema
Grab some popcorn and enjoy a free virtual screening of DEEP CITY: THE BIRTH OF THE MIAMI SOUND brought to you by O Cinema! Be sure to stay after the credits roll for a live Q&A with filmmakers Marlon Johnson and Chad Tingle. Before K.C and the Sunshine Band made audiences “Shake, Shake, […]
CultureFest 305: Live Storytelling
Enjoy a live bilingual reading of René Has Two Last Names / René tiene dos apellidos by René Colato Laínez and illustrated by Fabiola Graullera Ramírez. Follow Rene as he explores his family’s roots in El Salvador and cleverly helps his classmates understand his cultural traditions. Named to the 2010-2011 Tejas Star Reading List […]
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 […]
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. Susana tells the story of her ancestors and her own life through Sephardic Jewish melodies and Latin American folk songs. Performing from the Alan & […]
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. Named the 2018 Haitian Compas Festival winner, Gabel has graced stages all around the world and come to you virtually […]
