FMoPA'S NEW GALLERY "PHOTO YBOR: THEN AND NOW" RIBBON CUTTING AND RECEPTION

VIP Members reception: 5 - 5:30p
Ribbon Cutting: 5:30p
Public Reception: 5:30p - 7p



 

Photo Ybor: Then and Now

Featuring Chip Weiner

with Bud Lee, Chris Coxwell, Todd Bates,

Amy Martz, Skip Gandy, Noah Brooks, and Dave Decker

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The Florida Museum of Photographic Arts presents an exhibition chronicling the evolution of Ybor City from its founding in 1886 all the way to the present day as only photography can. This area, founded and populated by immigrants, has a long and storied history of Spanish, Cuban and Italian multiculturalism. A national Historic Landmark District, Ybor City has undergone many transformations over the years, both in its resident population and its social and cultural scene.

Artist Chip Weiner has skillfully and painstakingly taken historic photographs created by the
Burgert Brothers from the late 19th and early 20th centuries and created new images of these same locations, capturing the same angle and time of day. The historic and contemporary
images will be presented side by side, offering a unique perspective on the city’s historical
transformation. Each location tells a story of change, preservation and integration.

The exhibition will also showcase additional photographs by a variety of photographic artists,
which will reflect the broad range of people and businesses that have continued to make Ybor
City a beloved center for history, culture, and entertainment.

On view: July 18－November 17, 2024, Gallery 1