Art Basel Miami Beach 2007 FAQs
Art Basel Miami Beach 2007 promises to be a turbo-charged week filled with parties and exclusive dinners welcoming international visitors to both Miami Beach and the burgeoning Wynwood Arts District. The centerpiece of the Art Basel experience is the Miami Beach Convention Center, but there are satellite events all over the city that draw thousands of eager spectators.
Art Basel, which hits Miami Beach from December 6 through 9, received over 600 applications from art galleries around the world last year, but accepted only 200 of the top prospects.
The most experimental of these were encouraged to participate in “Basel Nova,” occupying the booths at the periphery of the main hall and “Art Positions,” a collection of twenty freight containers on the sands of 21st Street beach.
At the opening of last year’s Art Containers, indy music’s bad girl “Peaches” performed to a crowd of pierced acolytes, designer clad hipsters and stunned art collectors gathered in the sand next to the sleek new $900 a night Setai Hotel. Singing loudly about her various body parts and cursing the night, Peaches personified the contradictory messages that make Art Basel the darling of international journalists.
The city of Miami Beach, above all else, is supremely social, and those in the know receive dozens of invitations to charity gatherings and launch parties for new nightclubs and restaurants throughout the year. Unlike some cities which might have a gala on a Saturday night, it is entirely possible to wear a tux or a cocktail dress to an important event every night of the week in Miami and not feel out of place.
And that’s exactly what we plan on doing during Art Basel Miami Beach 2007.
ART BASEL MIAMI BEACH 2007 FAQs
What transportation is available between MIA Airport and Miami Beach?
We recommend taxis which are available for a flat-rate of $32 and drop you off right at your hotel. Here’s a list of all taxi fares in Miami. “Super Shuttle” van service which makes several stops is also available.
What top hotels are closest to Art Basel and the Miami Beach Convention Center?
Beginning one block east you’ll find oceanfront hotels such as the Sagamore, Ritz-Carlton South Beach, Shore Club, Raleigh South Beach, National, Loews Miami Beach and Royal Palm. A block to the south just off of Lincoln Road is the Albion hotel. There are many, many other fine hotels within walking distance of Art Basel that provide a great guest experience, and you can compare prices and availability in the Miami Beach hotels section.
What transportation is available around Miami Beach?
The South Beach section of Miami Beach is a compact area where taxis are readily available, however another great way to transit the city is via the South Beach Local shuttle bus, which costs $0.25 and loops around the island hitting all important areas. The South Beach Local’s route and all shuttle stops are shown in red on this map.
What transportation is available to the Wynwood Arts District?
Wynwood is approximately 5 miles away on the mainland and can be reached via taxi (around $20). This page gives a complete list of Miami taxi fares.
How far is it from Art Basel (at the Convention Center) to Joe’s Stone Crab?
Joe’s Stone Crab is located 18 blocks south of the Convention Center and takes 5 minutes via taxi ($7-10), or 15 minutes via the South Beach Local shuttle bus ($0.25). Keep in mind that you can get TO Joe’s quicker than you can get a table AT Joe’s—it’s a very popular restaurant.
How far is it from Art Basel (at the Convention Center) to Ocean Drive?
Ocean Drive begins at 15th Street, 4 blocks to the south of the Convention Center.
Where are the nightclubs located?
Information on all the top clubs in Miami Beach can be found here in the Clubs section.
How late are the nightclubs open and what is the best time to arrive?
Miami Beach clubs are open from 10pm to 5am and are always packed between midnight and 3am. During special events such as Art Basel, table reservations are the best way to enjoy the scene and avoid hassles at the door.
What are the top 5 restaurants within walking distance of the Convention Center?
Quattro on Lincoln Road, Americana at the Ritz-Carlton South Beach, Ago at the Shore Club, The Restaurant at The Setai and Social Miami at the Sagamore hotel.
What is the most off-beat restaurant experience in Miami Beach?
Tap-Tap Haitian restaurant at 819 Fifth Street.
ART BASEL MIAMI BEACH 2007 EXHIBITIONS
Art Positions
Twenty-one young galleries in shipping containers converted to public art spaces by avant-garde architects. Beachfront at Collins Park between 21st and 22nd Street.
December 5: from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
December 6-8: from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m.
December 9: from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Art Galleries
Two hundred of the world’s leading art galleries for modern and contemporary art from North America, Latin America, Europe, South Africa and Asia will display 20th and 21st century art works. Painting, drawing, sculpture, installation, print, photography, film, performance, video and digital art by more than 2000 artists. From multiples for a few hundred dollars by young artists to multi-million-dollar museum-caliber master-pieces. Miami Beach Convention Center, Halls A + D.
Art Nova
This section is designed for galleries presenting new works of three of their artists, that have been created during the current or the last two years. Miami Beach Convention Center, Halls A & D.
Art Kabinett
Art Kabinett gives 22 participating galleries an opportunity to show small curated exhibitions. The projects are shown in a separate room of the exhibitor’s booth. The exhibition concepts for Art Kabinett are diverse, representing everything from thematic group exhibition and single-work presentation to film program, room installation, and tribute. Miami Beach Convention Center, Halls A & D.
Art Guest Lounge
The Art Guest Lounge includes the daily Art Basel Conversations and Art Salon talks, sponsor lounges, booths of cultural institutions, book stores, a business center and a restaurant. Open to the public. Miami Beach Convention Center, Lobby D.
Art Magazines
American and international art publications and books. Miami Beach Convention Center, Halls A & D.
Art Video Lounge
Lounge with comprehensive program of contemporary video art. Botanical Garden, Miami Beach, 2000 Convention Center Drive.
December 5-8 from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
December 9, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Art Projects
Projects in public places. Most projects located within walking distance from Miami Beach Convention Center.
Art Perform
Art Perform is based at Art Positions, Beachfront at Collins Park between 21st and 22nd Street. Art Perform will feature daily performances by internationally renowned artists.
Art Sound Lounge
The Art Sound Lounge presented in association with WPS1.org, New York, is based at the Botanical Garden, Miami Beach, 2000 Convention Center Drive.
Art Institutions
Cultural organizations and institutions. Miami Beach Convention Center, Art Guest Lounge.
Guided Tours
The ArtNexus guided visits are carried out daily by art critics. Tours are available both in English and Spanish.
Duration: 1 hour.
Cost per person: US $15.
Private or corporate groups up to 12 people: US$120.
For reservations and information contact:
Marisol Martel
Telephone + 1/305 891 7270 ext 103
Fax + 1/305 891 6408
tours @ artnexus.com
Art Kids
Art Kids is a day care center for children with parents visiting Art Basel Miami Beach during public show days (December 6 - 8, 2007, noon to 8 p.m., December 9, noon to 6 p.m.). Children enrolled in the program will participate in arts and crafts, art history and story telling under the supervision of the well-trained staff of The Miami Children’s Museum. Contact: jessica @ miamichildrensmuseum.org
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