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Afro-Latinx Heritage October 18, 2022
Miami MoCAAD invites you to celebrate Afro-Latinx Heritage and explore art, music, writers, events and more. On September 7 this year, the world lost a force in the art world, Emanoel Araújo, a renowned curator, visual artist, professor, and founder of the Museu Afro Brasil (Afro Brazil Museum), recognizes art created by Brazil's underrepresented population. "Curatorial projects such as Emanoel Araújo’s A Mão Afro-Brasileira (1988) and A Nova Mão Afro-Brasileira, (2014) in Brazil…illustrate the importance of contemporary art as a platform to denounce the persistence of racism and discrimination in Latin American societies." De la Fuente and Holifield, International Review of African American Art, Vol. 28 No 2 (2018), Museum of contemporary art of the African Diaspora, Global Reach Based in Miami (MoCAAD).
Afro-Latinx Heritage October 18, 2022
Miami MoCAAD invites you to celebrate Afro-Latinx Heritage and explore art, music, writers, events and more. On September 7 this year, the world lost a force in the art world, Emanoel Araújo, a renowned curator, visual artist, professor, and founder of the Museu Afro Brasil (Afro Brazil Museum), recognizes art created by Brazil's underrepresented population. "Curatorial projects such as Emanoel Araújo’s A Mão Afro-Brasileira (1988) and A Nova Mão Afro-Brasileira, (2014) in Brazil…illustrate the importance of contemporary art as a platform to denounce the persistence of racism and discrimination in Latin American societies." De la Fuente and Holifield, International Review of African American Art, Vol. 28 No 2 (2018), Museum of contemporary art of the African Diaspora, Global Reach Based in Miami (MoCAAD).
Afro-Latinx Heritage October 18, 2022
Miami MoCAAD invites you to celebrate Afro-Latinx Heritage and explore art, music, writers, events and more. On September 7 this year, the world lost a force in the art world, Emanoel Araújo, a renowned curator, visual artist, professor, and founder of the Museu Afro Brasil (Afro Brazil Museum), recognizes art created by Brazil's underrepresented population. "Curatorial projects such as Emanoel Araújo’s A Mão Afro-Brasileira (1988) and A Nova Mão Afro-Brasileira, (2014) in Brazil…illustrate the importance of contemporary art as a platform to denounce the persistence of racism and discrimination in Latin American societies." De la Fuente and Holifield, International Review of African American Art, Vol. 28 No 2 (2018), Museum of contemporary art of the African Diaspora, Global Reach Based in Miami (MoCAAD).
Afro-Latinx Heritage October 18, 2022
Miami MoCAAD invites you to celebrate Afro-Latinx Heritage and explore art, music, writers, events and more. On September 7 this year, the world lost a force in the art world, Emanoel Araújo, a renowned curator, visual artist, professor, and founder of the Museu Afro Brasil (Afro Brazil Museum), recognizes art created by Brazil's underrepresented population. "Curatorial projects such as Emanoel Araújo’s A Mão Afro-Brasileira (1988) and A Nova Mão Afro-Brasileira, (2014) in Brazil…illustrate the importance of contemporary art as a platform to denounce the persistence of racism and discrimination in Latin American societies." De la Fuente and Holifield, International Review of African American Art, Vol. 28 No 2 (2018), Museum of contemporary art of the African Diaspora, Global Reach Based in Miami (MoCAAD).
The Quest For Freedom: Juneteenth and Beyond June 23, 2022
Juneteenth is a celebration of freedom from centuries of enslavement. The holiday commemorates the June 19, 1865, emancipation of Texas enslaved people.
The Quest For Freedom: Juneteenth and Beyond June 23, 2022
Juneteenth is a celebration of freedom from centuries of enslavement. The holiday commemorates the June 19, 1865, emancipation of Texas enslaved people.
The Quest For Freedom: Juneteenth and Beyond June 23, 2022
Juneteenth is a celebration of freedom from centuries of enslavement. The holiday commemorates the June 19, 1865, emancipation of Texas enslaved people.
The Quest For Freedom: Juneteenth and Beyond June 23, 2022
Juneteenth is a celebration of freedom from centuries of enslavement. The holiday commemorates the June 19, 1865, emancipation of Texas enslaved people.
International Black Women's History Month Edition April 19, 2022
April brings International Black Women's History Month. Conceived by Sha Battle, a Georgia technology consultant, and entrepreneur, International Black Women's History Month aims to commemorate, honor, and elevate historical and contemporary accomplishments of Black women throughout Africa and the African Diaspora. Miami MoCAAD invites you to celebrate artists in the spotlight, savor inspiration from trailblazers, peek at a snapshot of future trends, and browse the bookshelf offering history, art, healing, and children's books, plus sample some music and film.
International Black Women's History Month Edition April 19, 2022
April brings International Black Women's History Month. Conceived by Sha Battle, a Georgia technology consultant, and entrepreneur, International Black Women's History Month aims to commemorate, honor, and elevate historical and contemporary accomplishments of Black women throughout Africa and the African Diaspora. Miami MoCAAD invites you to celebrate artists in the spotlight, savor inspiration from trailblazers, peek at a snapshot of future trends, and browse the bookshelf offering history, art, healing, and children's books, plus sample some music and film.
International Black Women's History Month Edition April 19, 2022
April brings International Black Women's History Month. Conceived by Sha Battle, a Georgia technology consultant, and entrepreneur, International Black Women's History Month aims to commemorate, honor, and elevate historical and contemporary accomplishments of Black women throughout Africa and the African Diaspora. Miami MoCAAD invites you to celebrate artists in the spotlight, savor inspiration from trailblazers, peek at a snapshot of future trends, and browse the bookshelf offering history, art, healing, and children's books, plus sample some music and film.
International Black Women's History Month Edition April 19, 2022
April brings International Black Women's History Month. Conceived by Sha Battle, a Georgia technology consultant, and entrepreneur, International Black Women's History Month aims to commemorate, honor, and elevate historical and contemporary accomplishments of Black women throughout Africa and the African Diaspora. Miami MoCAAD invites you to celebrate artists in the spotlight, savor inspiration from trailblazers, peek at a snapshot of future trends, and browse the bookshelf offering history, art, healing, and children's books, plus sample some music and film.
Black History Month Newsletter February 11, 2022
Black History Month creates a space to reflect on the past, renew the vision, and reimagine the future. America’s history cannot be told without including the journeys of Black people. Carter G. Woodson’s dedication to celebrating historic contributions of Black people led to the establishment of Black History Month, marked every February since 1976. Woodson, the son of formerly enslaved parents, completed his PhD in history at Harvard University in 1912, becoming the second African American (after W. E. B. Du Bois) to earn a doctorate.
Black History Month Newsletter February 11, 2022
Black History Month creates a space to reflect on the past, renew the vision, and reimagine the future. America’s history cannot be told without including the journeys of Black people. Carter G. Woodson’s dedication to celebrating historic contributions of Black people led to the establishment of Black History Month, marked every February since 1976. Woodson, the son of formerly enslaved parents, completed his PhD in history at Harvard University in 1912, becoming the second African American (after W. E. B. Du Bois) to earn a doctorate.
Black History Month Newsletter February 11, 2022
Black History Month creates a space to reflect on the past, renew the vision, and reimagine the future. America’s history cannot be told without including the journeys of Black people. Carter G. Woodson’s dedication to celebrating historic contributions of Black people led to the establishment of Black History Month, marked every February since 1976. Woodson, the son of formerly enslaved parents, completed his PhD in history at Harvard University in 1912, becoming the second African American (after W. E. B. Du Bois) to earn a doctorate.
Black History Month Newsletter February 11, 2022
Black History Month creates a space to reflect on the past, renew the vision, and reimagine the future. America’s history cannot be told without including the journeys of Black people. Carter G. Woodson’s dedication to celebrating historic contributions of Black people led to the establishment of Black History Month, marked every February since 1976. Woodson, the son of formerly enslaved parents, completed his PhD in history at Harvard University in 1912, becoming the second African American (after W. E. B. Du Bois) to earn a doctorate.
Afro-Latino Hispanic Heritage Edition September 17, 2021
Greetings Friends, Miami MoCAAD salutes histories, cultures and contributions of the Afro-Latinx community to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and National Arts and Humanities Month in recognition of the power of the arts to make a difference and change our lives for the better. Miami MoCAAD invites you to explore artists; hidden histories revealed in La La Anthony’s, Black, Latino and Proud; inspiration from Elizabeth Acevedo’s poetry, Dreaming For Them; heritage moments honoring the Queen of Salsa, Celia Cruz; upcoming events featuring Afro-Latinx Conversations; the Quiz and more. Join Miami MoCAAD in this celebration of Heritage and Humanities. Onward!
Afro-Latino Hispanic Heritage Edition September 17, 2021
Greetings Friends, Miami MoCAAD salutes histories, cultures and contributions of the Afro-Latinx community to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and National Arts and Humanities Month in recognition of the power of the arts to make a difference and change our lives for the better. Miami MoCAAD invites you to explore artists; hidden histories revealed in La La Anthony’s, Black, Latino and Proud; inspiration from Elizabeth Acevedo’s poetry, Dreaming For Them; heritage moments honoring the Queen of Salsa, Celia Cruz; upcoming events featuring Afro-Latinx Conversations; the Quiz and more. Join Miami MoCAAD in this celebration of Heritage and Humanities. Onward!
Afro-Latino Hispanic Heritage Edition September 17, 2021
Greetings Friends, Miami MoCAAD salutes histories, cultures and contributions of the Afro-Latinx community to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and National Arts and Humanities Month in recognition of the power of the arts to make a difference and change our lives for the better. Miami MoCAAD invites you to explore artists; hidden histories revealed in La La Anthony’s, Black, Latino and Proud; inspiration from Elizabeth Acevedo’s poetry, Dreaming For Them; heritage moments honoring the Queen of Salsa, Celia Cruz; upcoming events featuring Afro-Latinx Conversations; the Quiz and more. Join Miami MoCAAD in this celebration of Heritage and Humanities. Onward!
Afro-Latino Hispanic Heritage Edition September 17, 2021
Greetings Friends, Miami MoCAAD salutes histories, cultures and contributions of the Afro-Latinx community to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and National Arts and Humanities Month in recognition of the power of the arts to make a difference and change our lives for the better. Miami MoCAAD invites you to explore artists; hidden histories revealed in La La Anthony’s, Black, Latino and Proud; inspiration from Elizabeth Acevedo’s poetry, Dreaming For Them; heritage moments honoring the Queen of Salsa, Celia Cruz; upcoming events featuring Afro-Latinx Conversations; the Quiz and more. Join Miami MoCAAD in this celebration of Heritage and Humanities. Onward!
Juneteenth Edition 2021
Dear Friends,For 156 years, Juneteenth has been celebrated to mark the end of slavery in the United States. Juneteenth speaks to the spirit of survival and brings celebrations of Black resiliency overcoming adversity. Persistent police violence and racial inequity deepened by COVID-19 disparities sparked a national reckoning on difficult unresolved legacies of enslavement of Africans and their descendants and propelled Juneteenth to the forefront.“Every year we must remind successive generations that this event [Juneteenth] triggered a series of events that one by one defines the challenges and responsibilities of successive generations. That’s why we need this holiday.” Texas State Rep. Al EdwardsJune also brings special commemorations of Pride, Caribbean Heritage, and Black Music. These celebrations reveal the power of resiliency and inspiration of creatives to illuminate beauty, tell stories, acknowledge injustices, and honor triumphs of the Black experience. Thanks to all who moved Congress to pass legislation yesterday to establish Juneteenth as a national holiday as our country continues its difficult struggle with unresolved racial inequities. Each of us can embrace the spirit of Juneteenth to forge a path to a better community and country.Onward! The Miami MoCAAD Team
Juneteenth Edition 2021
Dear Friends,For 156 years, Juneteenth has been celebrated to mark the end of slavery in the United States. Juneteenth speaks to the spirit of survival and brings celebrations of Black resiliency overcoming adversity. Persistent police violence and racial inequity deepened by COVID-19 disparities sparked a national reckoning on difficult unresolved legacies of enslavement of Africans and their descendants and propelled Juneteenth to the forefront.“Every year we must remind successive generations that this event [Juneteenth] triggered a series of events that one by one defines the challenges and responsibilities of successive generations. That’s why we need this holiday.” Texas State Rep. Al EdwardsJune also brings special commemorations of Pride, Caribbean Heritage, and Black Music. These celebrations reveal the power of resiliency and inspiration of creatives to illuminate beauty, tell stories, acknowledge injustices, and honor triumphs of the Black experience. Thanks to all who moved Congress to pass legislation yesterday to establish Juneteenth as a national holiday as our country continues its difficult struggle with unresolved racial inequities. Each of us can embrace the spirit of Juneteenth to forge a path to a better community and country.Onward! The Miami MoCAAD Team
Juneteenth Edition 2021
Dear Friends,For 156 years, Juneteenth has been celebrated to mark the end of slavery in the United States. Juneteenth speaks to the spirit of survival and brings celebrations of Black resiliency overcoming adversity. Persistent police violence and racial inequity deepened by COVID-19 disparities sparked a national reckoning on difficult unresolved legacies of enslavement of Africans and their descendants and propelled Juneteenth to the forefront.“Every year we must remind successive generations that this event [Juneteenth] triggered a series of events that one by one defines the challenges and responsibilities of successive generations. That’s why we need this holiday.” Texas State Rep. Al EdwardsJune also brings special commemorations of Pride, Caribbean Heritage, and Black Music. These celebrations reveal the power of resiliency and inspiration of creatives to illuminate beauty, tell stories, acknowledge injustices, and honor triumphs of the Black experience. Thanks to all who moved Congress to pass legislation yesterday to establish Juneteenth as a national holiday as our country continues its difficult struggle with unresolved racial inequities. Each of us can embrace the spirit of Juneteenth to forge a path to a better community and country.Onward! The Miami MoCAAD Team
Juneteenth Edition 2021
Dear Friends,For 156 years, Juneteenth has been celebrated to mark the end of slavery in the United States. Juneteenth speaks to the spirit of survival and brings celebrations of Black resiliency overcoming adversity. Persistent police violence and racial inequity deepened by COVID-19 disparities sparked a national reckoning on difficult unresolved legacies of enslavement of Africans and their descendants and propelled Juneteenth to the forefront.“Every year we must remind successive generations that this event [Juneteenth] triggered a series of events that one by one defines the challenges and responsibilities of successive generations. That’s why we need this holiday.” Texas State Rep. Al EdwardsJune also brings special commemorations of Pride, Caribbean Heritage, and Black Music. These celebrations reveal the power of resiliency and inspiration of creatives to illuminate beauty, tell stories, acknowledge injustices, and honor triumphs of the Black experience. Thanks to all who moved Congress to pass legislation yesterday to establish Juneteenth as a national holiday as our country continues its difficult struggle with unresolved racial inequities. Each of us can embrace the spirit of Juneteenth to forge a path to a better community and country.Onward! The Miami MoCAAD Team
