Island SPACE Caribbean Museum at Westfield Broward is excited to unveil its latest exhibition, Voices of Hispaniola which takes place Thursday – Saturday 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. & Sunday 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. This exhibition, curated by Jean-Jacques Stephen Alexis, will be on display May 2 – June 4, 2021. A reception will take place on May 21, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Those who wish to attend are encouraged to RSVP via email to: marjorie@islandspacefl.org
Admission is $5 for children 12 & under and $10 for adults.
Magic at the Museum Fundraising Event
Magic at the Museum Fundraising Event, the global launch and fundraiser, is an immersive digital showcase where the museum is the star! On Sunday June 6 at 6 p.m., attendees will embark on a journey either online or in-person illustrating how Island SPACE truly reflects its slogan, “a place where Caribbean cultures unite.” Hosted by South Florida TV personality Neki Mohan, the event will have appearances by notable Caribbean personalities from Jamaica, Haiti, Trinidad & Tobago, Cuba, the Dominican Republic, the US Virgin Islands, St. Lucia, The Bahamas, St. Vincent and the Grenadines and South Florida. Each appearance demonstrating the rich history of the Caribbean region and celebrating the influence of colorful Caribbean culture.
The event, which is mostly virtual will feature some live event segments from sponsors and dignitaries who will be present on site. The event is free through virtual access. Guest who wish to attend can RSVP through the Island SPACE website: https://www.islandspacefl.org/
About Island SPACE:
Island SPACE is supported in part by Florida Power & Light Company, Grace Foods, Westfield Broward Mall, the Broward County Cultural Division and the following Funds at the Community Foundation of Broward: Helen and Frank Stoykov Charitable Endowment Fund, David and Francie Horvitz Family Fund, Ann Adams Fund, Mary and Alex Mackenzie Community Impact Fund, Blockbuster Entertainment Unrestricted Fund, Robert E. Dooley Unrestricted Fund for Broward, Harold D. Franks Fund, and Jan Moran Unrestricted Fund. Island Society for the Promotion of Artistic and Cultural Education (Island SPACE) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to the advancement of arts, culture, history, and educational initiatives that represent the Caribbean region, in South Florida and the broader diaspora community. https://www.islandspacefl.org/
About Westfield Broward:
Easily accessible from Interstates 75, 95, 595 and Florida’s Turnpike, and in close proximity to Fort Lauderdale’s sparkling beaches, Westfield Broward is a popular community shopping and dining destination showcasing a 12-screen Regal Cinemas alongside such recent welcome arrivals as H&M, Papaya, Zumiez, Francesca’s, Burgerim, Buffalo Wild Wings, and Brio Tuscan Grille – as well as the first U.S. mall locations for Jerk Grill Express and Lashes & Go. As part of a sleek modernization program – and building on the momentum of a recent dining terrace upgrade – upcoming enhancements will be punctuated by new fashions, flavors and entertainment offerings inspired by the South Florida lifestyle.
