Panel Discussion
BAKING HISTORY: BAC’s LEGACY AND FUTURE

Thirty Years after the Ribbon Cutting

On February 1, 1987 a group of artists and art enthusiasts cut the ribbon to mark a new era for American Bakeries Company Art Deco era facility as it was officially converted from industrial bakery to art complex. As a place to work and exhibit for thousands of local, national and international artists over the last three decades, this place has played a very important role in many creatives’ careers and stands tall as a pioneer for the arts in Wynwood.

As we commemorate the Bakehouse’s 30^th anniversary, current alongside former artists and directors will assemble on this panel to provide personal and historical highlights including unique experiences, memories and the inevitable challenges of “toughing it out” as a nonprofit, day after day. A particular focus will be placed BAC’s engagement with the community and with public art since its inception.

Tuesday, March 21, 2017  6-8pm 

Audrey Love Gallery

Bakehouse Art Complex

561 NW 32^nd St.

Miami, FL 33127

Panelists:

Vivian Rodriguez, Founding Executive Director of the Bakehouse Art Complex

Bibi Baloyra, Executive Director of the Bakehouse Art Complex

Carola Bravo (Former BAC artist)

Maria Martinez Cañas (Former BAC artist)

Gary Moore (Former BAC artist)

Robert McKnight (Former BAC artist)

Xavier Cortada (Former BAC artist)

Aurora Molina (Current BAC artist)

Troy Simmons (Current BAC artist)

 Stephanie Jaffe-Werner (Current BAC artist)

Moderator: 

Yuneikys Villalonga, Associate Director of Exhibitions and Education