This is a devastating moment for the arts in Miami-Dade.
Have you ever wandered through the Miami Zine Fair, attended an EXILE artist talk at Books & Books, grabbed a free zine from a vending machine, or paused to take in a mural or installation in a public space?
Those moments aren’t accidental — they’re made possible by public investment in the arts.
Now, that investment is under threat.
Miami-Dade’s arts community is facing a 50% funding cut, the elimination of independent cultural leadership, and the merging of the Department of Cultural Affairs into the Library System — a move that would not only dilute the focus on the arts, but effectively dismantle a nationally respected department built over decades.
This will gut the programs, public art, and cultural infrastructure that give Miami its soul.
This is not just about galleries and performances. It’s about jobs, education, community identity, and the creative heartbeat of our neighborhoods. It’s about the next generation of artists, thinkers, and storytellers.
🎯 What you can do:
- Sign the petition
- Call your county commissioner
- Share this message far and wide
Our cultural future depends on it.
Without strong, independent arts leadership and funding, we risk losing not just programs — but the very spirit that makes Miami unique.
Save The Arts Miami, Support Local Culture, No Arts No City
