We’re excited to support the museum’s continued growth and its role in further establishing our city as a cultural capital of the Americas.” “With Wilford’s experience in creating thought-provoking exhibitions, MOCA will continue to showcase significant work that resonates, creates conversation and is reflective of Miami’s tremendous diversity. “Miami and South Florida will truly benefit from having Adeze Wilford join MOCA,” said Victoria Rogers, Knight’s arts program vice president. “I look forward to working with the community of North Miami and the larger arts community of South Florida to bring meaningful and resonant programming to the museum that builds upon a legacy that remains deeply committed to giving artists a platform to share their practices.” “I’m delighted to join MOCA at a time of exciting growth and change,” said Wilford. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in art history and African-American studies from Northwestern University, Evanston, Illinois. She has contributed to various publications including “Howardena Pindell: A New Language,” “Young,” “Gifted and Black,” “Fictions,” and “Black Refractions” and has appeared on several panels. Wilford currently serves on the board of The Queens Museum, New York. Wilford served as public programs assistant at The Studio Museum in Harlem before serving as joint curatorial fellow for The Studio Museum in Harlem and the Museum of Modern Art in New York from 2015-2017. Wilford joined The Shed as curatorial assistant in 2018, where she saw the space evolve from a construction site to one that is activated by exhibitions and performances including “Open Call,” “Agnes Denes: Absolutes and Intermediates,” “Collision/Coalition” and “Up Close.” In 2019, she curated “Vernacular Interior” at Hales Gallery, New York. “Adeze’s collaborative spirit and experience is an exciting match for our rapidly transforming museum that aspires to become a leader in the growth of North Miami, as well as the art and museum communities.” Under Adeze’s curatorial leadership, we look forward to MOCA’s continued growth, and to connecting diverse audiences by providing a welcoming place to encounter new ideas and voices,” said Sheldon. “The entire team at MOCA North Miami is thrilled to welcome Adeze Wilford to the museum and to the community. She will be responsible for overseeing MOCA’s permanent collection, public art initiatives, and spearhead the museum’s distinctive guest curator program. In her new role, Wilford will lead the curatorial department’s dynamic program of exhibitions that highlight historically under-explored artists and movements, and present first museum solo exhibitions for emerging artists. Inspired by its surrounding communities, MOCA connects diverse audiences and cultures by providing a welcoming place to encounter new ideas and voices, while nurturing a lifelong love of the arts. She assumes her role at the museum on Feb. Wilford most recently served as assistant curator at The Shed, New York where she curated the New York Times acclaimed exhibition “Howardena Pindell: Rope/Fire/Water” in 2020. Knight Foundation, Wilford joins MOCA North Miami’s senior leadership team during an exciting time in the museum’s growth. The Museum of Contemporary Art, North Miami (MOCA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Adeze Wilford as curator. Museum of Contemporary Art, North Miami (MOCA) Appoints Adeze Wilford as Curator, an Integral Position in Leading the Museum as it Continues to Expand