February 23, 2006
A Desperate Journey
The Historical Museum of Southern Florida unveils a new exhibition tonight by Miami Herald photographer Al Diaz titled "Balseros - A Desperate Journey."
The exhibit is a collection of photographs taken by Diaz during his tenure as a Herald photographer since 1983. Tonight is the opening gala by reservation, but the exhibit runs from tomorrow until June 4th.
I have seen some of these shots by Diaz and can tell you they are heartbreaking and well worth a trip to downtown Miami to take in.
Posted by Val Prieto at February 23, 2006 01:24 PM
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The small museum I visited outside Cayo Hueso was more than enough for me. Pictures are excellent but seeing those 3x5 cards posted in a room were too much. It is a must-see for anybody who knows little about the balseros. I've lived in California for more than 40 years and this museum was very special.
Posted by: A, Gonzales at February 23, 2006 11:34 PM
What happens to the people who are "repatriated" to Cuba?
Posted by: jen at February 24, 2006 10:38 AM
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