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Zorita Takes Miami

By Wolfsonian Public Humanities Lab

Zorita

On March 28th, 2024 the "Zorita Takes Miami" exhibition opened at the Stonewall National Museum, Archives & Library. The evening was marked not just the unveiling of a remarkable exhibition but also a celebration of the bold and defiant life of Zorita. The diligent research and thoughtful presentation of Dr. Julio Capó Jr. brought to life the story of this iconic burlesque dancer, illuminating her contributions to LGBTQ+ history and her fearless challenge to societal norms during the mid-20th century. We thank Capó and Stonewall for their dedication and willingness to create such a beautiful, enlightening experience that honors Zorita's enduring legacy and highlights the vibrant history she helped shape.

SO excited to share this! I’m curating new #exhibition on ZORITA, the #queer burlesque dancer & icon who pushed boundaries in #Miami (& beyond!) in the 40s, 50s, & 60s! So did many members of her inner circle! Join us this March @MuseumStonewall for the opening!
🌈❤️ pic.twitter.com/MBixeocPEd

— Julio Capó Jr. (@JulioCapoJr) January 26, 2024

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The Wolfsonian Public Humanities Lab (WPHL) at Florida International University fosters multidisciplinary research, teaching and community co-creation of projects and initiatives that encourage us to build a more equitable and just community and world.

We are committed to doing public-facing work. If you are interested in working with us, we'd love to hear from you. Through grants, collaborations and partnerships, we can continue to preserve histories, tell stories, create narratives for change and curate events and exhibitions that reflect the vast array of cultures in Miami and well beyond our doorstep.

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