Miami AIDS Memorials Project Launch10-04-2024 @ 06:30 PM
305-860-8442
3251 S Miami Ave
Miami, FL, 33129
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https://vizcaya.org/https://www.facebook.com/VizcayaMiamihttps://maps.app.goo.gl/MnVdAtHxg1xx14RAATake part in a profound journey of remembrance and celebration at the Miami AIDS Memorials Project Launch, set against the historic backdrop of the Vizcaya Museum and Gardens. The Miami AIDS Memorials Project brings the local history of HIV/AIDS to light and to life by activating public artworks and organizing community-engaged planning for a series of local AIDS memorials.
Join the Miami AIDS Memorials Project team to learn more about how we can preserve, commemorate, and make visible Miami’s AIDS history, with a special ballroom performance produced by The Legacy Builders.
This pivotal event, scheduled for Wednesday, April 10, from 6:30 to 8:00 pm EDT, marks the beginning of a heartfelt initiative to honor and reflect on the local history of HIV/AIDS in South Florida.
TICKETS: FREE | Doors open at 6:00 p.m.
A Night of History, Art, and Community:
• Discover the Past: Delve into the narratives of HIV/AIDS in South Florida, brought to life through public artworks and community engagement.
• Meet the Minds Behind the Mission: Engage with project co-leads Dudley Alexis, Julio Capó, and Dan Royles—dynamic voices in film and history dedicated to preserving and celebrating these crucial stories.
• Share Your Story: Join a space of mutual respect and openness, where personal experiences and memories contribute to a larger tapestry of communal history.
Vogue for a Cause:
• Witness the electrifying energy of South Florida's finest vogue ballroom performance, featuring the House of Milan, House of Gorgeous Gucci, and House of Lords.
• Special performances by Alexis Lords and TP Lords will pay tribute to the Legendary Father Rico Milan, immersing attendees in a vibrant celebration of life and legacy.
Why Attend?
• Hosted at the original site of Miami’s iconic White Party, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens provides a poignant setting for this launch, intertwining the threads of history, memory, and community activism.
• This event not only serves as a platform for awareness but also as a collective act of remembrance, inviting us all to contribute to the creation of memorials that resonate with stories of struggle, resilience, and hope.
Embrace this unique opportunity to be part of the Miami AIDS Memorials Project's inception—a moment to reflect, honor, and envision how we commemorate a pivotal chapter in our community's history. Gather with us at Vizcaya to connect, share, and celebrate the indomitable spirit of those we remember.
Produced by: The Legacy Builders Consulting Group, Inc.