Bahamian junkanoo, traditionally a Christmas season parade, features dancing, lively music, and colorful handmade costumes. Made by members of local ensemble Bahamas Junkanoo Revue, this costume’s design and colors represent the ocean, sky, and…
Nancy Billings made this chuppah (wedding canopy) for her daughter's wedding as a family heirloom that could be used for many generations. For this chuppah to be special to each couple, she embroidered leaves with each bride and groom’s names. She…
This chuppah made by Nancy Billings hangs from the ceiling of HistoryMiami Museum's Folklife Gallery as it would over a bride and groom on their wedding day. The chuppah was displayed as part of a temporary exhibit featuring Nancy's pieces.
Interview with Clarita Filgueiras, a performer and choreographer who has spent a lifetime mastering the art of flamenco dance. Her passion for this Spanish tradition originates with her father and grandmother (both flamenco singers) and her mother,…
Interview with Nancy Billings an expert textile artist specializing in art quilting and Jewish textile traditions, including chuppahs (wedding canopies), tallits (prayer shawls), and challah (bread) covers.
Interview with Rosmy Camargo, Director of Puerta de Oro de Colombia. Puerta de Oro de Colombia is a music and dance ensemble showcasing the diverse folkloric traditions from Colombia’s distinct regions.
Interview with performer and choreographer Ranjana Warier, a professional Indian Classical dancer and founder of the Rhythms School of Dance, a training center for the traditional art form.