SAVE MY LITTLE HAVANA:

STEVE WRIGHT PHOTO EXHIBIT AT THE ART DECO MUSEUM

For Steve Wright, this is also a full circle moment, as he is now having his work displayed at one of the institutions that inspired him to fully relocate to the Magic City.

“I can’t tell you what a dream it is… it’s wonderful coming back to where it all began for my journey in Miami,” he says.   

“You cannot stop progress, but you can protect history and authenticity. 

This exhibit is in Miami Beach, which has done a world-renowned exemplary job of balancing growth with protecting its famous, incomparable Art Deco District.”

SAVE MY LITTLE HAVANA:

STEVE WRIGHT PHOTO EXHIBIT AT THE ART DECO MUSEUM

“There is a humanity and a human scale to these 3 story buildings.

I don’t want to see these little charming buildings become faceless towers.”

Steve Wright hopes to inspire visitors to become more involved in the historic preservation and adaptive reuse of Little Havana’s unique architecture, as many of the buildings are in need of intensive care.

 

 

SAVE MY LITTLE HAVANA:

STEVE WRIGHT PHOTO EXHIBIT AT THE ART DECO MUSEUM

Steve Wright is passionate about helping to preserve what makes Little Havana special. 

As the city continues to grow and expand, and neighborhoods like Brickell continue to urbanize the city, he hopes to raise awareness of the hidden gems of the edifices that have graced his neighborhood for the past century.

“There’s been so much explosive growth in Miami.

I fear that these gorgeous buildings will be torn down because it’s not as photogenic as Ocean Drive… 

I feel a strong sense of community from that authenticity and heritage,” he adds.

SAVE MY LITTLE HAVANA:

STEVE WRIGHT PHOTO EXHIBIT AT THE ART DECO MUSEUM

For the exhibition, Steve Wright was inspired by the rehabilitation of his own home in Little Havana. 

He is the owner of a 1920s Spanish Mission-style home in the Shenandoah section of Little Havana.

“When it was time to find a house and put down roots here, I settled for Little Havana because it has great architecture and great culture.”

With this series of photographs, Wright aimed to capture Little Havana’s hidden historic gems, saying

“There are several Art Deco buildings in Little Havana that are on par with the Art Deco district in Miami Beach.”

SAVE MY LITTLE HAVANA:

STEVE WRIGHT PHOTO EXHIBIT AT THE ART DECO MUSEUM

An Ohio native who first came to Miami Beach while working on a story on a local cruise ship, Steve Wright says a guided MDPL tour he took in the late 1990s inspired him to relocate to the Magic City.

I went to the gift shop and went on a tour and was kind of sold for life, and moved out here by 2000,” he says.

Wright, who previously worked for former City Commissioner Joe Sanchez, is an advocate for disability rights.

SAVE MY LITTLE HAVANA:

STEVE WRIGHT PHOTO EXHIBIT AT THE ART DECO MUSEUM

A vibrant new photography exhibit headlined the Art Deco Museum at the Art Deco Welcome Center, as part of its revamped Featured Local Artist Program.

“Save My Little Havana” by writer and photographer Steve Wright tells the story of his neighborhood’s many historic residential and commercial buildings.

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Steve Wright's photography effectively emphasized the need to preserve Little Havana's cultural and architectural treasures from the influence of modernization.

His images will serve as a reminder of their timeless beauty and the crucial significance of protecting them for future generations to possibly and really Save My Little Havana.

 

 

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Next to the Save My Little Havana art display, the gift shop exhibited Steve Wright's photographs that could be bought.

The exhibit also had artworks for sale, and half of the profits went towards supporting the Miami Design Preservation League's cause. 

The exhibit runs through Thanksgiving and is on display 9 AM to 5 PM at the art deco welcome center seven days a week and the center is free to Miami-Dade residents

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Steve Wright noted, "My photos are not the most technically perfect, but they are filled with passion." 

He compared the efforts to preserve historic buildings in Miami Beach to the importance of safeguarding the architectural treasures of Art Deco, the Mediterranean, and Old Florida styles found in Little Havana.

The event, held on August 24, provided attendees the opportunity to immerse themselves in the captivating imagery that depicted the heart and soul of Little Havana. 

SAVE MY LITTLE HAVANA

SAVE MY LITTLE HAVANA

Steve Wright's photographs may not be flawlessly polished, but they are filled with a clear sense of dedication that shows his strong attachment to Little Havana.

As a respected public speaker, organizer, and journalist committed to improving access to urban areas for individuals with disabilities, Wright's display demonstrated his identity as both an artist and a supporter.

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In the late 1990s, Ohioan Steve Wright moved to Little Havana in Miami to escape harsh Ohio winters.

He found solace in the historic Bryan Park area and made his home in a classic 100-year-old residence.

He found inspiration in his new surroundings and started taking long walks to take pictures.

With his camera, he was able to capture the true essence of the community, exploring beyond the popular areas and discovering hidden treasures in the neighborhoods, businesses, churches, and homes of La Pequeña Habana.

SAVE MY LITTLE HAVANA

A STORY IN ART AND PHOTOGRAPHY

Miami Beach witnessed a remarkable celebration of culture, history, and architectural heritage.

Steve Wright, an accomplished Artist, Activist, Writer, and Planner, unveiled his captivating photography exhibit titled "Save My Little Havana."

The MDPL's Local Artist Program hosted this exhibition at the Art Deco Welcome Center, showcasing lesser-known aspects of Little Havana through the lens of Wright.

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