ABOUT | thecubanartsgroup

The Cuban Arts Group:

Founded in 2015 by Susie and Mitchell Rice, The Cuban Arts Group was a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization dedicated to enriching and strengthening cross-cultural connections through the arts of Cuba. Operating as a collaborative effort between individuals from the U.S. and Cuba who are passionate about art and history, the organization spent a decade building upon the cultural evolution taking place both on the island and throughout the U.S. Cuban diaspora.

During its active years, the organization’s mission was to educate Americans about Cuban arts and culture through thoughtfully curated exhibitions and diverse educational arts programs, including discussions and lectures involving Cuban artists, art educators, curators, historians, and writers.

After 10 incredible years, more than 60 collaborative projects, and featuring hundreds of visionary artists, The Cuban Arts Group has officially closed its doors as an active non-profit. Today, this space serves as a permanent digital archive to honor and preserve a decade of cross-cultural connection, ensuring the legacy and impact of these artists remain accessible for years to come.

Founders

Susie and Mitchell Rice

Susie Levin Rice and her husband, Mitchell Rice, are respected figures in commercial real estate and active supporters of the arts in Tampa. As collectors, they have assembled a private collection of around 300 works of contemporary Cuban art.

Separately, in 2015, they co-founded The Cuban Arts Group, a nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering cultural exchange and expanding appreciation for Cuban art in the United States. Throughout the organization's active ten-year run, they used this platform to sponsor exhibitions, events, and educational programs that supported Cuban artists and promoted public engagement.

While their private collection continues to reflect their personal passion, their decade of work with The Cuban Arts Group focused on creating broader access to Cuban art and building lasting cultural connections. Though the active operations of the non-profit have concluded, the profound impact of their vision remains preserved within this digital archive.