RSVP - islandspacefl.org/secretsuriname Join Dr. Roxanne Valies for "Secrets of the Surinamese Headscarves." Learn about the fascinating stories behind the traditional dress of creole women in Suriname. This is a free, family-friendly cultural event. Register today! Saturday, November 26th @ 1:00 - 3:00pm
This Women's History Month, Island SPACE and Caribbean Professionals Network (CPN) invite you our second annual special Women's History Month Celebration on Sunday, March 19, 2023, at 2:30PM. Invite your friends and family in Miami, West Palm Beach and Fort Lauderdale to attend this event, part of the "Social Justice" series supported by the Community […]
Join Island SPACE — the nation's only Caribbean heritage museum — for a day of cultural exploration, community and Easter-themed activities for the whole family. Reserve My Free Ticket From 11:00am - 4:00pm, enjoy free museum tours, light refreshments, table games and activities, plus music, entertainment and surprises. Reserve your ticket for free entry. Guided […]
Artist Reception - Earth, Water and Skin: Caribbean Women in Art Meet Michelle Drummond of Jamaica, Sonya Sanchez Arias of Trinidad and Tobago, and Krystle Sabdul of Jamaica, the trio of women artists featured during the “Women Warriors of Social Justice” series, and learn about the inspiration behind their stunning work. The ongoing multi-media fine […]
An in-person Humanities panel discussion on the stigma and cultural importance of Vodou, Rastafari, Santeria and other Afro-Atlantic / Afro-Caribbean religions and their relationship with mainstream faiths, including Christianity, Islam, Hindu and Judaism, for the Caribbean community. The panel features Dr. Charlene Desir (Vodou priesetess), High Chief Nathaniel Styles (Yoruba priest), Dr. Clyde Bailey (lecturer […]
MOTHER'S DAY SHOW - Shirley Chisholm: Unbossed & Unbowed https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=25LF99KcE-M About the Show Shirley Chisholm: Unbossed & Unbowed is an immersive and interactive solo show, written and performed by Ingrid Griffith, about the first African-American woman to run for the Presidency of the U.S. In the 1960s and ’70s, this Brooklyn-born daughter of Caribbean parents […]
Kollide-o-scope: by Bahamian Artist Preston Hanna Bahamian artist Preston Hanna will showcase a collection of his vibrant, colorful works in an exhibit called Kollide-o-scope. The show is presented by Island SPACE in partnership with The Islands of Bahamas as part of their "Toast to 50" celebrations in recognition of their 50th anniversary of independence. This […]
An exhibit celebrating Bahamian Junkanoo and Goombay culture as The Islands of the Bahamas prepare to celebrate their 50th anniversary of independence on July 10, 2023. Come view, interact and take photos with life-sized Junkanoo costumes and see the vibrant, oversized artwork of Bahamian creative Preston Hannah in his congruent art show, "Kollide-o-Scope." Also enjoy […]
Emancipation Reimagined: From the U.S. to the West Indies (Panel Discussion) A hybrid (in-person and virtual) panel discussion, from both African-American and Caribbean perspectives, on how we have evolved since slavery, where our positions on equity and equality stand today and, most importantly, how we can effectively continue to improve our circumstances together. Panelists include […]
A panel discussion featuring Caribbean consulate representatives on the history of and noteworthy impressions made by the Caribbean community in South Florida and the US. This event kicks Caribbean Heritage Month off with meaningful impact, and is hosted by Island SPACE president and co-founder Calibe Thompson. Reserve your spot at https://islandspacefl.org/imprinttalk2023
Alpha Alumnae Florida Chapter will be hosting Artful Aromas: Coffee & Art fundraiser at Island SPACE Caribbean Museum on Saturday, June 17th from 10am to 12pm. With special guest, former Broward County Mayor Barbara Sharief, join us for an amazing opportunity to make a positive impact, and delight in a leisurely morning walk through Island […]
Anancy Festival 2023 This Caribbean-American Heritage Month, Island SPACE Caribbean Museum in partnership with Jamaicans.com presents the Anancy Festival. On Saturday, June 24, from 11 am -1 pm, children and adults can enjoy a full program of activities. Light activities will continue inside the museum until 5 pm. Early activities will include: Crafting Parade Traditional […]
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