Art Basel at museums, institutions and collections
Rubell Family Collection
95 NW 29th St., Miami; 305-573-6090 or rubellfamilycollection.com.
30 Americans: A socially charged look at contemporary African-American art; through May 30.
West Dade Regional Library
9445 Coral Way, Westchester; 305-553-1134 or www.mdpls.org.
From Roots to Routes: This exhibition explores the historical importance of art from Latin America by such artists as kinetic-op artist Jesus Rafael Soto and abstract artist Fernando de Szyszlo; through Dec. 29.
On the Street Where I Live-- Photographs of Celia Cruz: Alexis Rodriguez-Duarte took these photographs of legendary salsa singer during the last 15 years of the diva's life. The series of black-and-white images captures her on and off stage and narrates the more intimate stories of the photographer and singer's unique friendship and collaboration; through Dec. 21.
The Wolfsonian-FIU
1001 Washington Ave., Miami Beach; 305-531-1001 or wolfsonian.fiu.edu.
A Bittersweet Decade -- The New Deal in America, 1933-43: Exhibition celebrates the 75th anniversary of the New Deal and showcases the art and design generated from its programs, including paintings, sculptures, prints, posters, mural studies, photographs, books and furniture; through Jan. 19.
Art and Design in the Modern Age -- Selections from the Wolfsonian Collection: Collection of modern objects from 1885-1945 demonstrating the active role design plays in motivating actions, expressing ideas, creating desires and shaping identities; through Dec. 31.
Art Basel Reception: Special multimedia performance by Cranbrook artist-in-residence Elliott Earls, commissioned by Gary L. Wasserman for the occasion and inspired by the Thoughts on Democracy exhibit. 8 to 10 p.m. Dec. 5; Free.
Democrazy -- An Installation By Francesco Vezzoli: Examines the manipulative strategies of political communication, incorporating issues of fame, the power of media and the role of democracy. Presented in conjunction with Thoughts on Democracy; through Dec. 7.
Gridnik-Wim Crouwel and Modern Typography: Exhibition in honor of contemporary Dutch graphic designer Wim Crouwel's 80th birthday; through March 10.
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