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AfriKin Art Fair 2025

Through Creation, We Find Meaning: Scenes From Home

Curated by Dr. Joseph L. Underwood, Art Professor of Kent State University

About the Fair

Step into the world of AfriKin Art Fair 2025, Miami’s foremost celebration of African and African diasporic creativity. Now in its 11th year, AfriKin continues to define the cultural landscape with its unique curatorial vision—bridging art, culture, and innovation in an immersive and thought-provoking setting.

This year’s edition, Through Creation, We Find Meaning: Scenes From Home, draws inspiration from the lives and writings of global thinkers and revolutionaries who demonstrated how creativity becomes a lifeline in moments of solitude, struggle, and transformation. The fair invites audiences to explore how artistic expression serves as a conduit for meaning, a balm for suffering, and a portal to transcendence.

What to Expect

• Dynamic Exhibitions: Curated presentations of leading contemporary African and diasporic artists
• Immersive Experiences: Installations and performances designed to provoke thought and inspire dialogue
• Cultural Convergence: A space where art, heritage, and innovation intersect to shape global narratives
• Dialogues & Conversations: Engaging forums addressing creativity, community, and sustainability
• Scenes From Home: Themed explorations that evoke memory, belonging, and the human search for purpose

Fair Days

• December 1–7, 2025
• Open daily | General Public Access

Why Attend

AfriKin Art Fair is more than an exhibition—it is a cultural phenomenon that transforms Miami Art Week into a celebration of artistry, identity, and human resilience. Visitors will be immersed in a world of creativity that transcends borders, connecting tradition and modernity in a way that is both intellectually compelling and visually arresting.

Whether a seasoned collector, a cultural connoisseur, or a curious explorer, AfriKin offers an unparalleled opportunity to engage with some of the most important voices in contemporary art today.

• Public Exhibition Days
  Dates: Monday, December 1 – Sunday, December 7, 2025
  Time: 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM Daily
  Explore stunning artworks, installations, and performances from a diverse array of celebrated and emerging artists. Attend engaging panel discussions, workshops, and cultural showcases designed to inspire and connect.

Why Attend?

• Experience groundbreaking art and installations that push boundaries and spark dialogue.
• Engage in cultural exchange with artists and innovators from across the globe.
• Be part of an event that celebrates the richness of African heritage and its global influence.

About AfriKin
AfriKin is a platform that champions the Black world. Dedicated to fostering cultural connections and showcasing the best of African and diasporic artistry. With a mission to educate, entertain, and inspire, AfriKin continues to elevate global conversations around Global African art and heritage.

Reserve your spot today and join us at the 2025 AfriKin Art Fair – a celebration of creativity that knows no borders!

AfriKin Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to using the arts and cultural experiences of African origin to build bridges between personal creativity and the collective good of humanity.

Opening creative pathways for learning, understanding, and economic development, AfriKin nurtures artists, educates communities, and promotes sustainable cultural industries that inspire global connection.

Support the Arts with AfriKin
Your donation to AfriKin Foundation directly supports artists, educators, and cultural programs that shape a more connected, compassionate world.

• Tax-Deductible Giving: AfriKin Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit; all contributions are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.
• Empowering Communities: Every event and exhibition funds educational initiatives, artist grants, and community wellness outreach — because art saves lives.
• Cultural Preservation: We promote African and Diaspora creativity through mentorship, exhibitions, and international exchange, ensuring artists thrive across generations.

When you attend an AfriKin event, you’re not just experiencing culture — you’re investing in humanity.

About the Venue

The AfriKin Art Fair unfolds within the iconic Maison AfriKin at the Scott Galvin Community Center, a cultural landmark in the heart of Downtown North Miami. Perfectly situated between the refined enclaves of Miami Shores and Aventura, the venue offers an elegant setting that mirrors the sophistication and global significance of the fair itself.

Maison AfriKin provides an intimate yet expansive stage for artistic exploration—where cutting-edge exhibitions, immersive installations, and thought-provoking dialogues come to life. Its unique location positions AfriKin as both a community anchor and an international destination, welcoming art patrons, cultural leaders, and collectors from around the world to experience Miami Art Week through the distinctive lens of Africa and its diaspora.

Art is more than expression — it’s connection, healing, and progress. At AfriKin, we believe Art Saves Lives. By supporting AfriKin Foundation, you’re helping sustain artists, preserve cultural heritage, and empower future generations through education and engagement.

AfriKin Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Proceeds from this event directly support our year-round arts education, artist support, and community development programs.