To strengthen the presence of public art in Miami-Dade County, Mayor Daniella Levine Cava has appointed Edouard Duval-Carrié as the new Artist-in-Residence, coinciding with the 50th anniversary of the county’s Art in Public Places program. According to the official announcement, Duval-Carrié is recognized for his work that addresses themes of Caribbean life and cultural diversity.

"I am pleased to name Edouard Duval-Carrié as the incoming Miami-Dade County artist-in-residence," as stated by Mayor Levine Cava in the press release. "His artworks challenge traditional narratives and embrace the rich diversity of the Caribbean and beyond." The mayor believes that Duval-Carrié’s art not only captivates but also sparks meaningful conversations about our collective human experiences.

Edouard Duval-Carrié, a prominent figure in contemporary Haitian art, succeeds Xavier Cortada, a Miami-based artist known for his focus on environmental issues. Duval-Carrié’s studio, located in Miami’s Little Haiti, is where he creates works that often focus on spiritual, historical, and migratory themes. One of his notable public works, "Oak Grove Rhapsody," enhances the Community Center at Oak Grove Park with site-specific installations designed to revitalize the community space, as noted in the press release.

In observance of the 50th anniversary of the Art in Public Places program, the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs organized a panel featuring Duval-Carrié alongside other prominent artists. The event focused on the influence of public art in enriching community spaces, transforming everyday areas into cultural destinations for residents and visitors. The selection of public artworks follows a competitive process, overseen by a Professional Advisory Committee composed of experts from diverse artistic and architectural fields, ensuring a variety of pieces for public viewing and appreciation.

The Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs manages the Art in Public Places program and works to promote cultural accessibility across the region. With funding from local government agencies and national foundations, the department, together with its Advisory Council and Trust, supports over a thousand cultural organizations and a wide range of artists in Miami-Dade County.