Exhibitions

The Museum's exhibition program presents solo and group shows by local, national, and international artists, prioritizing originality and striving to showcase works from a diverse array of creators. Its goal is to bring innovative contemporary art that transcends borders to South Florida and beyond, connecting communities and broadening horizons.Exhibitions are organized by Jorge Rodríguez (R10), the Museum's director and Chief Curator, and by guest curators from all visual arts. Each one runs for an average of 45 days, with shorter exhibitions of seven to fifteen days being planned in cases where certain works cannot be displayed for the usual period of time.

The "Pop Up Shows" or ephemeral exhibitions are conceived as part of a specific line of projects aimed at presenting as many local artists as possible to the community and offering them exhibition spaces throughout the regular season.

Current Show

Within the Art in the Community Program

Julio Figueroa-Beltrán, Helier Batista and Luis Abreux – from July 25, only at the MoCAA in Kendall

Curated by Rodriguez Collection Team

July 25th - August 25th | 2025

At the heart of this exhibition lies a friendship—not a trivial or anecdotal bond, but one that has endured for over two decades among artists who, though from different generations and paths, have cultivated an aesthetic and personal complicity. Tree of a Kind springs from that bond. Its title—drawn from a poker hand where three distinct cards share the same value—becomes a metaphor for what unfolds here: three singular voices, with markedly different visual languages, yet rooted in a shared cultural ground and a will to dialogue through mutual respect. Rather than forcing a synthesis or a closed narrative, the exhibition offers an open architecture, where each work maintains its autonomy while gaining depth through proximity. There are no hierarchies, no spaces marked as anyone’s 'exclusive territory.

MoCAA in São Paulo

Cuban Art from Both Shores Debuts in São Paulo

The Museum of Contemporary Art of the Americas (MoCAA) opens Cuban Art from Both Shores in São Paulo, featuring works exclusively from the Rodríguez Collection—one of the most significant private holdings of Cuban art, assembled by collector and cultural advocate Leonardo Rodríguez. Showcasing pieces by Cuban artists from both the island and the diaspora, the exhibition explores the impact of the Revolution on artistic production and the tensions between official art and free expression. Including celebrated figures such as Belkis Ayón, Carmen Herrera, and José Bedia, the show underscores the creative voices in exile and their enduring contributions to contemporary art

Curated by MoCAA Team

April 2nd, 2025

Cuba is an archipelago nestled in the Antilles of the Caribbean Sea. Its modest size, however, belies the political and historical weight it has carried in the region and across much of the Global South. Its unique political trajectory has left a profound imprint on the historical and ideological evolution of the Americas for nearly a century. Following the triumph of the Cuban Revolution in 1959, the nation veered from its previous course and aligned itself ideologically and structurally with the Eastern Bloc, under the leadership of the now-defunct Union of Soviet Socialist Republics. At that time, the world was starkly divided into two distinct economic and social systems—two antagonistic blocs that regarded each other with disdain and engaged in relentless ideological confrontation.

Past exhibitions

August 30th - September 16th | 2024

Comas Everlasting: Work and Remembrance

To evoke a creator through their work is a beautiful tribute and an expression of respect and admiration for their significant legacy. Under this premise, Manuel Comas Labrada, a Cuban painter born in Havana in 1963, returns to us. Comas emigrated to South Florida in 2019, where he continued his creative work.

by MoCA-Americas Team

Under the Art in the Community program, the Museum of Contemporary Art of the Americas actively participates in the tribute to the recently deceased Manuel Comas Labrada. Starting Friday, August 30th, Miami's artistic community, along with friends and family, will have the opportunity once again to appreciate several of his pieces.

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2nd August - 19th September | 2024

Sacred and Daily Patterns

Throughout the months of August and September, and as part of its Women in the Arts Program, the MoCAA proudly presented to its artloving community—and indeed to the entire community of artists and enthusiasts in South Florida—the group exhibition Sacred and Daily Patterns.

Ivonne Ferrer

As is customary, the prestigious Women in the Arts Program at the Museum of Contemporary Art of the Americas is proud to present to the art lovers in its community, and indeed to the entire community of artists and enthusiasts across South Florida, the latest creations from a distinguished group of female artists working throughout the state.

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2nd - 24th August | 2024

MaiYap’s Eco-Aesthetics: A Journey in Motion

The Museum of Contemporary Art of the Americas recently presented 'Eco-Aesthetics in Motion' to over a hundred art enthusiasts from South Florida, a captivating exhibition featuring the Chinese-born artist MaiYap, showcasing significant pieces from her "Gratitude" series.

Sophie Bonet

The selection of works exemplifies her profound mastery of abstract painting intertwined with a deep commitment to environmental advocacy. It also reveals a resonant fusion of culture, memory, and ecological consciousness. MaiYap's artistic perspective was shaped by her upbringing in Panama, under the dual influences of her rich Chinese heritage and the vivid tropical environment.

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July 12th - August 2nd | 2024

Latin American Rockers

With the presence of over two hundred attendees, the Museum of Contemporary Art of the Americas inaugurated Latin American Rockers. This contemporary Latin American art exhibition, curated by artist and promoter Carolina García (Apia), showcases works by ten artists from South and Central America who are now based in South Florida.

Carolina García (Apia)

Latin American Rockers brings together artists from South America and Mexico. Each artist was invited by the curator to reflect on their cultural roots and to explore the spirit of rebellion, freedom, and creativity that characterizes Latin American culture. Ultimately, it is a tribute to the influence of music on art and society, seeking to connect the rhythm of rock with the visual rhythm of art.

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July 12th - August 2nd | 2024

Women Who I Could've Been

On July 12th, the Museum of Contemporary Art of the Americas had the honor of presenting the recent works of renowned artist Ana Albertina Delgado. This exhibition showcased 12 magnificent paintings of various formats, offering our community a unique and intimate glimpse into the Cuban artist's imaginative world.

Jorge Rodríguez Diez (R10)

While her work has been part of the museum's collection for several years and has been featured in numerous group exhibitions both within our galleries and at various art institutions across South Florida, 'Women Who I Could've Been' marks her first solo exhibition in our space. Ana Albertina Delgado uses her pictorial language to express the current social debates surrounding diversity, emphasizing the role of women in society.

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October 6th - November 17th | 2023

Harvest Bazaar

Alongside the transient exhibition 'Essence' by the Cuban photographer and documentarian Raúl Cañibano, the Museum of Contemporary Art of the Americas in Kendall will showcase a collective exhibition featuring exceptional pieces from distinguished creators, all integral to its esteemed collection.

Jorge Rodríguez Diez (R10)

A selection of works from the recent Pop Up Show 'Halando parejo' will remain on display throughout October and extend into November of this year. Additionally, we are introducing pieces previously unseen in our context. Guided solely by the keen interest of a discerning segment of the audience and the museum's intention to share artworks that now enrich its collection, 'Harvest Bazaar' brings together a diverse group of creators. Their oeuvre predominantly centers on the human figure as a sociopolitical subject.

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December 5th, 2023 - January 5th, 2024

Bernardo Medina (BeMe): Lucky Love

On December 5th, the esteemed self-taught artist, designer, and creative director in advertising will unveil his seminal work, 'The Sofrito Manifesto', at the Aldo Menéndez Hall of the Museum of Contemporary Art of the Americas. He will also personally present his individual exhibition, 'Lucky Love'.

Jorge Rodriguez Diez (R10)

Within the esteemed milieu of Art Basel, the illustrious Bernardo Medina, will grace the Aldo Menéndez Permanent Hall at the Museum of Contemporary Art of the Americas with the presentation of his tome, 'The Sofrito Manifesto', a work that proudly encompasses two volumes. In the foreword of the second volume, dedicated to the cocktails and libations commonly savored in Puerto Rico, Joaquín E. Bacardí III penned: "It is a source of great pride for me to speak on a subject that, within my family, has been woven into the fabric of our daily discourse from a young age..."

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March 15th - May 3th | 2024

Exaggerations of History

Honoring Women's History Month at the Museum of Contemporary Art of the Americas, renowned Chilean artist Carolina V. Garcia (Apia) inaugurated her solo exhibition 'Exageraciones de la Historia' on Friday, March 15. This exhibition features a series of miniature portraits enhanced with augmented reality experiences.

Jorge Rodriguez Diez (R10)

"Exaggerations of History" is a compelling collection of 101 miniature portrait paintings of female artists spanning from the 12th to the 20th centuries, each coupled with an embedded Augmented Reality (AR) experience. Via an app-enabled AR journey, viewers are privy to a video narrative that vividly brings to life the biography and creative trajectory of each artist. A salient goal of this series is to affirm the significant role of women in the arts from the outset.

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June 14th - July 10th | 2024

Stubborn

Simultaneously with the opening of 'Converging Plateaus,' the Museum of Contemporary Art of the Americas, in collaboration with the University of Miami and under the ArtEd Connect program, presents works by the renowned artist and ceramist Carlos Enrique Prado for the second time.

Jorge Rodríguez Diez (R10)

Stubborn presents a collection of works inspired by classical statuary, particularly torsos and heads, transformed with the unexpected incorporation of industrial objects. Through this juxtaposition, the exhibition invites viewers to reconsider the legacy of Western values and our perceptions of various aspects of life. In contrast to his previous series, Prado intentionally relinquished total control over the creative process, allowing it to unfold with less restraint.

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June 14th - July 10th | 2024

Converging Plateaus

As part of its ArtEd Connect program, the Museum of Contemporary Art of the Americas, in collaboration with the University of Miami, will present to the South Florida audience the exhibition 'Converging Plateaus'. The show brings together the work of seven graduate students from the University of Miami.

Carlos Enrique Prado

As the title suggests, the exhibition evidences the convergence of very diverse artistic perspectives, which also reflect the artists' determination to refine their technical skills and develop the concepts that structure their personal poetics. Each of these students has demonstrated significant growth in their work and will take advantage of the opportunity provided by the Museum of Contemporary Art of the Americas to share their pieces with the community, their colleagues, and their family and friends.

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Mary 10th - Jun 14th | 2024

A Sangue no Alguidá

On the afternoon of Friday, May 10th, in collaboration with SECULT — the Secretary of Culture of the State of Goiás in Brazil — the exhibition "A Sangue no Alguidá" was inaugurated at the Museum of Contemporary Art of the Americas. This dual exhibition features the Brazilian artist Gerson Fogaça and Cuban writer Pedro Juan Gutiérrez.

Dayalis Fernández Perdomo

After just over a year of collaboration between the Museum of Contemporary Art of the Americas (MoCAA) and the Secretary of Culture of the State of Goiás, the exhibition "A Sangue no Alguidá" was finally inaugurated at the MoCAA, located in The Crossings, Kendall, South Florida. Goiás is one of the twenty-six states that, together with the federal district, constitute the Federative Republic of Brazil.

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March 15th - May 3th | 2024

American Heartbeats

American Heartbeats addresses, before a concrete curatorial proposal and a defined museography, fundamental issues of social integration through the exploration of the material. Through their various artistic disciplines, these creators immerse us in a unique artistic journey that seeks to challenge conventional perceptions.

Ivonne Ferrer

On the afternoon of Friday, March 15, in a meaningful commemoration of Women's History Month and under the auspices of the Women in the Arts program, the American Heartbeats collective exhibition was inaugurated with great anticipation. This exhibition serves as a vibrant showcase for the works of a carefully selected group of women artists who have garnered substantial recognition within the dynamic cultural scene of South Florida.

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August 4th - 30th | 2023

Artistic License III

The third edition of Artistic License was inaugurated on Friday, September 4th, with the presence of over twenty artist professors and cultural and educational personalities from Miami Dade County

Alina Rodríguez and Jorge Rodríguez Diez (R10)

As we evolve into an increasingly visually-oriented society, the skills to identify and distinguish valuable objects, interpret symbolic meanings, and swiftly organize a deluge of captivating visual stimuli become indispensable. Contemporary education now more than ever requires educators specialized in visuality and, by extension, in the realm of visual arts. The artist-educator has always held a prominent position within the educational profession. Successful art teachers possess the unique ability to grasp the creative process and convey this elusive knowledge to others. Their key skill is inspiring student achievement.

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Nov 2022 | Jan 2023

Subverting Materials

"Subverting Materials: Textile and Fiber Art by Women Artists" extends the museum's enduring mission to promote and exhibit the work of female artists, further enriching the museum's annual "Women in the Arts" program. In partnership with the citywide event "Threading the City" and the Fiber Artist Miami Association (FAMA), this exhibition illuminated how artists amalgamate and employ textiles, fibers, and threads as innovative mediums for crafting fine arts.

Francine Birbragher-Rozencwaig

The transition from art center to museum requires many changes, from operational structures, programming to the manner in which art is presented and exhibited. One thing however, that will not change in this transition, is the Kendall Art Center’s–and now MoCA-Americas’, view collaboration as our cornerstone. As the museum is meant to service the community, MoCA-Americas will not be a closed off museum, dedicated only to its permanent collections, but also continuing our educational and external programs of traveling shows, Art in the Community, Women in the Arts, SOFLO New Artists, which focuses on giving senior MFA students the chance to graduate with exhibition experience, and of course, loaning our work for other museums and institutions to exhibit and enjoy.

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Kendall Art Center Past Exhibitions
2016 - 2022

GENERAL AGREEMENT FOR EXHIBITIONS AND ART LOAN AT MOCA-AMERICAS

Where we come from?

KENDALL ART CENTER

The Kendall Art Cultural Center (KACC), dedicated the past six years to the preservation and promotion of contemporary art and artists, and to the exchange of art and ideas throughout Miami and South Florida, as well as abroad. Through an energetic calendar of exhibitions, programs, and its collections, KACC provides an international platform for the work of established and emerging artists, advancing public appreciation and understanding of contemporary art.

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Passion and Instinct: Collecting Art

A resemblance of the Rodriguez Collection

The Rodríguez collection is a blueprint of Cuban art and its diaspora. Within the context of the new MoCA-Americas the collection becomes an invaluable visual source for Diaspora identity. It represents a different approach to art history to try to better understand where we come from to better know where we are heading.

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