New World School of the Arts Summer Travel Program: For 2015, the graduating New World School of the Arts BFA class traveled to London and Venice.
In 2009, Rosa de la Cruz and her husband Carlos opened their own de facto museum in Miami’s Design District—The de la Cruz Collection.
to take their passion to the next level. The Collection has become a
Foundation, as well as the community, these programs have become
place for the community to enjoy an array of free classes, lectures,
key in the empowerment of our students, offering not only the financial
scholarships, workshops and travel programs. Rosa and Carlos de la
support but the cultural enrichment necessary in expanding the horizons
Cruz believe “art should be public” and opening the Collection to the
of our young artists.
public has proven to be just the beginning of the their dedication.
The generous work of Rosa and Carlos de la Cruz is not only
In addition to providing a free public space for art enthusiasts, the
admirable, but enriching to the community. Their concerted efforts help
couple has made special efforts to support current and future artists.
to inspire a new generation of great designers, architects and artists.
Since its inception, the de la Cruz Collection has dedicated itself to
the educational enrichment of local students through the develop-
Florida 33137. It is open Tuesday–Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at
ment of scholarship and travel programs. These programs have been
no cost. For more information, visit www.delacruzcollection.org.
The de la Cruz Collection is located at 23 NE 41st Street, Miami,
established to benefit the students of New World School of the Arts and the Design and Architecture Senior High School.
Students are encouraged to expand their knowledge and skills
through exposure to world-class institutions, such as SVA and Parsons, and cultural sites all over the world from New York to the great metropolitan cities of Europe.
Placing an emphasis on learning through experience, these pro-
grams place young scholars in direct contact with professionals in their respective fields, offering opportunities that are nothing short of life changing. Through the support of the John S. and James L. Knight
About the Author: Susana Baker, award-winning Tourator (historian tour guide/ art curator) received a Proclamation for outstanding community outreach and programs in the arts by Miami Dade County Mayor Gimenez; was recently honored by Hunter College 100 Top Latino in the Nation. Creative Founder of The Art Experience, a company that since its inception has become the number one company in South Florida to privately curate group or individuals through Miami’s Art Districts. Winning the distinguished “Certificate of Excellence for 2015” by TripAdvisor. For a private curated tour of the Design District, Wynwood, Little Havana or South Beach go to www.theartexperiences.com or for Art Basel go to www.artbaseltours.com. Or call 305-767-5000. CONTEMPORARY CULTURE//MAGAZINE
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