Article: Art Deco Weekend to focus on Blacks

LaShunda Wilson
Miami Times
01-11-1996
Art Deco Weekend to focus on Blacks.

During the Art Deco era of 1925-1940. Black Americans made countless, significant cultural and artistic contributions.

For the first time in the 19-year history of Art Deco Weekend, Black Americans, their contributions and influence will be at the forefront of the celebration.

This year's theme for the four-day festival is "Jazzin' & Dancin' In The Art Deco District" and the event will kick off Jan. 12-15 on Ocean Drive, from 5th to 15th Street.

"Every year we choose a different focus. Last year we had a Latin theme. Next year it's oceanliners," said George Neary, executive director of the Miami Design Preservation ...

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