Each May, the Haitian Diaspora celebrates the culture and traditions of Haiti. This year, the City of Miami’s Little Haiti Cultural Complex (LHCC) is the site for Haitian-themed exhibitions and events.
Of these events, three are produced by the LHCC: Ayisyeb Mwen Ye, an exhibition in its premier art gallery space; Caribbean Market Day, featuring local and authentic arts, goods, food and entertainment; and Sounds of Little Haiti, a free outdoor concert.
Ayisyen Mwen Ye will showcase the work of a new generation of Haitian and Haitian-American artistes alongside seasoned painters. It pays homage to the elders by drawing upon the tradition of Haitian proverbs, the thread between past, present and future.
The free exhibition will be from May 5 to June 30, with a special reception on May 18, celebrated as Haitian Flag Day.
Also noteworthy are the free events: Zakafest, a family-friendly Haitian roots and folklore music festival on May 6; and the May 27-28 Little Haiti Book Festival, which exposes Caribbean writers, booksellers and performers. It is part of the Miami Book Fair’s Read Caribbean program.
The Little Haiti Cultural Complex is a division of the City of Miami Parks and Recreation Department.
