Best Arts and Culture Places in West Park

"Featuring international modern and contemporary art, the museum’s collection showcases the diversity of the 20th and 21st century through art from the US Latino experience, the African diaspora, and Latin America and the Caribbean. The Pérez Art Museum Miami building was designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architects Herzog & de Meuron based on the 1930s design of Stiltsville homes built offshore. It has wide-open spaces and outstanding views, making it a must in all the things to do in Miami."

"Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user B137 used under CC BY-SA 3.0. Before the debut of this institution in 1984, there was no contemporary art museum in Miami. Perez Art Museum of Miami was established to fill this broad gap."

"To witness some eye-goggling mural arts in the lap of Miami, the one and only destination are Wynwood walls, a mosaic of colors and vibrancy created under the guidance of Tony Goldman. Started as an initiative in the early 2000s to support and encourage artists, now the Wynwood Walls, a popular open-air art gallery in Miami, stands out in the history of wall art, around the world. You can see artworks displayed at all corners and buildings of the neighborhood represent a grand fusion of wall murals."

"In the midst of rusted warehouses and concrete blah, there's a pastel-and-graffiti explosion of urban art. Wynwood Walls is a collection of murals and paintings laid out over an open courtyard that invariably bowls people over with its sheer color profile and unexpected location. What’s on offer tends to change with the coming and going of major arts events such as Art Basel, but it's always interesting stuff."

"Our last day was spent at the creative Wynwood Walls art exhibit. Beautiful mosaics are spread across a few blocks on streets and on buildings, even on the sidewalks!"

"Long before Wynwood became an international art-hub, before places like the PAMM opened its doors, the Museum of Contemporary Art in North Miami was doing its part to bring contemporary art into the lives of all Miamians. Opened in 1996, the museum in its current state is now entering its 24th year and puts on 8 to 10 exhibitions annually. Notable artists like Anna Gaskell, Louise Bourgeois, Roy Lichtenstein, Annette Messager, and Frank Stella have all enjoyed either exhibitions or solo shows of their work in the halls of the MoCA NoMi."

"The Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA) has come a long way since its inception as a single gallery space in 1981. Now one of Miami’s most beloved cultural institutions, the MOCA hosts around eight to 10 special exhibits a year alongside its stellar permanent collections. Among those showcased in the MOCA permanent collection are Keith Haring, Gabriel Orozco and José Bedia, with the collection boasting a whopping 500 works of art."

"The newly opened Institute of Contemporary Art, Miami offers a "Family Day” on the third Sunday of every month. Be there for interactive activities and performances for all ages. A post shared by ICA Miami (@icamiami) on Jan 22, 2018 at 11:25am PST"

"More of a cultural center than a museum, the space is both a comforting reminder for Haitian expats of their country’s art, history, music, movies, and literature and a fascinating look into a Caribbean nation that too few have been able to visit. Opened in 2004 to commemorate Haiti’s Bicentennial, the 60,000-square-foot museum is a one-of-a-kind experience just steps from Miami’s Little Haiti neighborhood, a location that makes it even more immersive ($10/adult). Find out more: http://www.haitianheritagemuseum.org/"

"The drag brunch at R House is a Miami Sunday tradition right up there with getting disappointed by the Dolphins. But unlike the Dolphins, R House is full of pleasant surprises, where in addition to the best drag revue in the city you’ll also get a menu that would be pretty fantastic even if it wasn’t raining men. The R Cuban Breakfast with scrambled eggs, moros y cristianos, and tostones would put you into a food coma if not for Miss Athena Dixon and her cadre of performers."

"Wynwood’s R House is one of the most fun restaurants in Miami for diners who wish to combine an eclectic meal with a cultural experience. The restaurant and lounge incorporate a fu..."

"The place is decorated with contemporary paintings and celebrity murals such as Frida Kahlo and Audrey Hepburn. Come for the inspiration and take as many pictures as you want."

"Founded in 2007 in Miami Beach, Avant gallery showcases artworks which talk about Miami, encouraging contemporary artists of all ages to contribute in such endeavors. With flagship galleries in different places including New York and Dubai, Miami’s Avant Gallery has an amazing sculpture display which includes works of Tom Fruin, Will Kurtz, Dan Alva, Nathan Savaya, and many others. An engaging walk inside the art gallery will reveal to you a wide array of artwork from artists around the globe."

"At Hammond’s Bakery, a small shop specializing in Jamaican patties that are a bright shade of sunshiny yellow thanks to the addition of egg yolks and/or turmeric. Hammond’s typically offers spicy beef, jerk chicken, and callaloo patties for less than $2 apiece. At those prices, you can afford to add some coco bread or a guava and cheese pastry to your order."

"A staff that wants to be your friend and remember your name. It's a plant-filled paradise where you can eat acai ..."

"Founded as an effort to minimize animal cruelty, the profits of Sublime Restaurant & Bar goes to organizations that promote animal welfare and a vegan lifestyle—so you can fill your stomach guilt-free. The affordable menu offers a plethora of appetizers, such as crispy cauliflower soup with sweet chili sauce and sesame seeds, along with delicious entrées, including mushroom ravioli, raw mein, veggie lasagna and a salad menu. A seemingly endless wine, craft beer and cocktail menu is worth getting excited about."

"1685 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139-3136Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Valet Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Discover, Parking AvailableLatin, Argentinean, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free OptionsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner, BrunchSGD 39 - SGD 79+1 305-674-5752"

"The folks at Green Bar and Kitchen do not like to call their place “vegan” as they prefer the term “plant-based,” and for the last four years they have been showing the people in Fort Lauderdale that plant-based does not mean boring. They have fairly large menu of burgers (their GBK Deluxe Burger is made with brown rice, chickpeas, quinoa, and sunflower seeds), bowls, salads, wraps, and much more, and all are meat-free, often gluten-free, and delicious. They work with a vegan baker and vegan butcher to prepare foods for their restaurant and constantly keep coming up with new mixes and ingredients."

"Refreshing and herbaceous; Green Tea Capurro Pisco, Cucumber, Chareau Aloe Liqueur (distilled from Aloe Vera and Cucumber), Lime Juice and Mineral Adjusted Seltzer Water; garnished with fresh Mint. Other rooftop cocktails from the rainbow include:. MAGENTA – made with Sauvignon Blanc, Giffard Cassis, Clear Creek, Apple Brandy, Lemon Juice, Grenadine and topped with Seltzer."