The Bass Museum of Art in Collins Park celebrates 60 years as one of Miami Beach’s most beloved and respected cultural institutions this year. MB looks at the museum’s past, present and future in “The Bass at 60; What’s Next for Miami Beach’s Resplendent Art Deco Showcase of Contemporary Art?” on page 8. Our city is also fortunate to have dozens of public parks and open spaces for residents and visitors to explore. The Miami Beach Park Rangers were established in 2015 to help keep everyone safe. MB takes you “On Patrol With the Park Rangers” on page 30. Greater Miami and Miami Beach consistently rank in the top 10 U.S. destinations based on hotel occupancy, rising to the top three destinations during the winter. MB explores the economic impact of tourism along with the financial and intangible benefits of being “America’s Enduring Winter Playground” on page 38. Finally, we meet an 11-year-old chess enthusiast in "Miami Beach Checkmates" on page 56.
