Step Into The Victory Garden An Interactive Sculptural Community Garden Created by

The Museum Of Contemporary Art, North Miami (MOCA) invites the community to experience “Welcome To Paradise,” a dynamic new commissioning program featuring temporary public art projectsbylocalSouthFloridaartists.This program invites artists to create ambitious and experimental art installations to activate MOCA’s Paradise Courtyard. The first season centers on artists working at the intersection of ecology and technology. On view through June 25th, 2023, visitors will be able to step into the Paradise Courtyard and discover “Victory Garden,” an interactive sculptural community garden created by Miami-Based Artist Emmett Moore. Drawing inspiration from victory gardens of the past, which were planted during wartime to supplement rations and boost morale, Moore’s “Victory Garden” connects the local community with contemporary art and encourages visitors to reflect on their relationshipwiththebuiltenvironment.

Utilizing sustainable materials such as repurposed steel drums to form sculptural planters, “Victory Garden” will feature plants native to South Florida and the Caribbean such as Cuban Oregano, Collard Greens, Starfruit, Bee Balm and Everglades Cherry Tomatoes that will be harvested and shared. The exhibition will also include benches and solar-powered USBoutletsforvisitorstouse.

The series will continue with “IntoThe Great Dying: Roles We Play,” a thoughtprovoking, interactive ceramic sculpture

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tional support was provided by The Andy Warhol Foundation For The Visual Arts. General admission to the museum is $10 for adults; $5 for seniors, students and visitors with disabilities and FREE for MOCA Members, residents of the City of North Miami and children under 12. MOCA Dual/Family level and above can pre-register for programs and events scheduled around the exhibitions for “Welcome to Paradise.” To become a member today, visit: www.mocanomi.org/ support

About The Museum Of Contemporary Art, North Miami (MOCA) audiences of all ages to enjoy,” said Chana

Complementary to “Welcome to Paradise,” MOCA will offer a diverse array of on-site events and programs, including a member’s event on February 24th, 2023 and a workshop celebrating Earth Day on April 22nd, 2023. “Victory Garden” will be open to the public during MOCA’s gallery

Welcome To Paradise is made possible with major support from the John S. and

MOCA North Miami is generously funded by the North Miami Mayor and Council and the City of North Miami; The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation; The Miami-Dade County Department Of Cultural Affairs. The Museum presents contemporary art and its historical influences through exhibitions, educational programs and collections. Inspired by its surrounding communities, MOCA connects diverse audiences and cultures by providing a welcoming place to encounter new ideas, voices and nurturing a lifelong love of the arts. MOCA developed from The Center Of Contemporary Art which was inaugurated in 1981. The establishment of the permanent collection coincided with the institution’s move into their current building designed by Charles GwarthmeyofGSNYin1996.

This upcoming sale is curated for Valentine’s Day with a modern twist.

Auction will be available to bid on our platforms:

Liveauctioneer’s & Bidsquare as well as our own website.

Date: January 27 the catalog will be uploaded.

Auction Day February 9th 3:00 PM E.S.T www.winbidsauctions.com

We do buy jewelry and collectibles.We conduct sales every month to twice a month. We also do appraisals and valuations.