Arts & Culture

UM College of Arts and Sciences researchers integrate interdisciplinary work in the Caribbean Studies Group. The social, cultural, and political roots and routes that have historically … More

UM School of Architecture student Lok Chan found that her Chinese ancestry was of great interest to many in Cuba. “China, chinita."TThe words followed University of Miami School of … More

The Lowe Art Museum at the University of Miami has a strong penchant for featuring art from its regional neighbor—the Caribbean. The Lowe Art Museum, South Florida’s first and most … More

Frost School of Music musicologist explores the impact of music within the narrative of Haiti’s cultural and religious identity. During an all-night service in Jacmel, Haiti—known as jenn … More

UM Architecture professors and students have a long and varied connection to Cuba and its unique architectural past. On a sunny January day in Santiago de Cuba, Oriente, 13 students at … More

A University of Miami architecture student discovered her mother’s childhood home and meets her mother's best childhood friend. For University of Miami student Camille Cortes her first … More

Frost School of Music dean traveled to Cuba to engage with young Cuban music students. From reggae and calypso, to salsa and son, each Caribbean nation boasts unique musical styles that … More

A UM art historian marvels at the distinctive colonial architecture of Cuban churches. For Karen Mathews, a visit to the La Virgen de la Caridad del Cobre … More

UM architecture professor has deep roots to Cuba and its unique architecture. For someone whose curiosity was piqued as a child … More

UM religion experts discuss how Afro-Cuban religions have survived and evolved from its early roots in the slave trade to the Cuban … More