We The People

The exhibit reflects Oscar Thomas’ entire life’s work starting from his hometown in Costa Rica. It highlights his beginnings in the 1970’s, his influence in the 1980’s, and his trajectory in the 1990’s. Thomas’ murals have graced the walls of Liberty City, Opa-locka, Little Havana, and Historic Overtown. His most prominent and recognizable landmark piece was the Dr. Martin Luther King mural entitled “Prince of Peace” on the corner of 62nd Street and 17th Avenue. “Oscar Thomas’ legacy represents an important part of Miami’s art history,” Marshall L. Davis, the Center’s Managing Director explains. “We’re proud to host We the People and to tell Thomas’ story.” We the People is curated by Dr. Tasha Thomas-Straughter, daughter of the exhibiting artist Oscar Thomas. She is a researcher, published author, and curator of her father’s paintings. She has documented her journey into her father’s work on social media at #FindingMyFathersPaintings.

Monday – Friday  9 a.m.-6 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m.-3 p.m.