Los Trompos installation at Shops at Merrick Park in Coral Gables
Visitors of all ages are invited to jump in and take a spin through February 28
WHAT: Only two more weeks remain to experience Los Trompos, the vibrant, world-renowned outdoor art exhibition created by Mexican designers Héctor Esrawe and Ignacio Cadena, at Shops at Merrick Park in Coral Gables. The pop-up exhibit runs through February 28.
“Los Trompos,” which means “spinning tops” in Spanish, is a traveling exhibit that has been displayed in cities around the world, including Mexico City, Paris, and New York.
Los Trompos installation at Shops at Merrick Park in Coral Gables
Unique modules topped by colorful surfaces of stretched fabric woven in a traditional Mexican style, invite guests of all ages to jump in and take a spin. Functioning as both artwork and a rotating platform, each larger-than-life, three-dimensional colorful sculpture acts as an engaging gathering place for relaxation, social interaction and entertainment.The art draws its inspiration from a toy that has been popular with children around the world since the dawn of time.
WHEN: On display through Tuesday, February 28
Open during Shops at Merrick Park’s operating hours
WHERE: Shops at Merrick Park
358 San Lorenzo Ave.
Coral Gables, FL 33146
COST: Free
Visitors of all ages are invited to jump in and take a spin on “Los Trompos”
ABOUT: Los Trompos was first commissioned by High Museum of Arts, Atlanta. Owners of Los Trompos are DTE Energy Beacon Park Foundation and The Downtown Detroit Partnership. The tour producer is Creos.
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