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Walk into history in new shoe exhibit at The Wolfsonian FIU in Miami Beach
By Litzy Grijalba at WSVN 7 News
· July 11, 2026
· 2 min read
It’s time to talk about what Shireen loves more than her shower caps, her co-host, or her perfect skin, and that’s shoes. There’s a new exhibit at a SoFlo museum that’s letting you step into the world of footwear and its history in a unique way. Every shoe has a sole, and every pair tells a story. F
Key takeaway Danielle Charlap: “The exhibition is called Foot Notes: Shoes, Symbolism, and Society, and it’s really footnotes, little vignettes about interesting facts about shoes in the first half of the 20th century.
Why this matters in The Miami
The new shoe exhibit at The Wolfsonian FIU in Miami Beach offers a unique perspective on the history of footwear, with dozens of shoes on display, including high fashion pumps, heels, and boots. This exhibit is particularly relevant to Miami's diverse community, where fashion and cultural expression are deeply intertwined. The exhibit's focus on the symbolism and societal context of shoes will likely resonate with Miami's Latin American and Caribbean communities, who place a strong emphasis on dress and personal style. The fact that admission is free for Florida residents makes the exhibit accessible to a broad audience, including the many students and families who live in the surrounding neighborhoods, such as Little Havana and Wynwood. As a cultural hub, Miami Beach is the perfect location for this exhibit, which is sure to attract visitors from across the city and beyond.
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Category: arts ·
Published: July 11, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? It’s time to talk about what Shireen loves more than her shower caps, her co-host, or her perfect skin, and that’s shoes. There’s a new exhibit at a SoFlo museum that’s letting you step into the world of footwear and its history in a unique way. Every shoe has a sole, and every pair tells a story. F
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