Bahamian Independence Celebration

Come dressed in your best island attire and get ready for an unforgettable evening filled with fun and festivity.

Celebrate the 51st anniversary of Bahamian Independence with The Curtis Foundaton and special guest the Honorable Curt. G. Hollingsworth, Consul General of the Bahamas, at Vizcaya Museum and Gardens! Let's come together to commemorate the independence of The Bahamas with an evening of Bahamian culture, music, and delicious food. This event is a great opportunity to connect with fellow Bahamians and friends of The Bahamas celebrating freedom and unity!

Learn about the impact that Bahamians and their descendants have had on the South Florida community and beyond.

Music by Steel Away Drums

Spoken Word performance by Gary Allen

Bahamian fare by Chef Willie

During the program and reception, 6 special awards will be presented:

• Dr. Nelson Adams will receive the E.W.F. Stirrup, Sr. Entrepreneurship and Community Development award

• Regina Jollivette Frazier, posthumously, will receive the M. Athalie Range Community Service award

• Dr. Enid Pinkney will receive the Congresswoman Fredrica S. Wilson Leadership and Political award

• Commissioner Barbara Jordan will receive the Garth Basil Coleridge Reeves, Sr. Philanthropic award

• Kim Johnson will receive the Enid C. Pinkney Historical Preservation award

• Dr. Michelle Dallas will receive the Friends of the Bahamas award
• Vizcaya Museum and Gardens will receive the Friends of the Bahamas award

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Vizcaya Museum and Gardens, 3251 S Miami Ave, Miami, United States