Wynwood facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Wynwood
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Neighborhood of Miami
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Shops at Midtown on the eastern end of Wynwood
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Wynwood Art District, Wynwood Fashion District, Little San Juan, El Barrio
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Wynwood neighborhood within the City of Miami
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| Country | United States |
| State | Florida |
| County | Miami-Dade County |
| City | City of Miami |
| Subdistricts of Wynwood |
Neighborhoods list
Wynwood Art District
Wynwood Technology District Wynwood Fashion District |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 7,438 |
| Time zone | UTC-05 (EST) |
| ZIP Code |
33127
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| Area code(s) | 305, 786 |
| Website | Wynwood neighborhood |
Wynwood is a lively neighborhood in Miami, Florida. It's famous for its amazing street art, cool restaurants, and unique shops. Once an industrial area with many warehouses, Wynwood has transformed into a hub for art and entertainment.
You can find Wynwood just north of Downtown Miami. It's bordered by North 20th Street to the south, I-195 to the north, I-95 to the west, and the Florida East Coast Railway to the east.
For a long time, Wynwood has been called "Little San Juan" or "El Barrio." This is because many people from Puerto Rico moved here in the 1950s. You can still find many Puerto Rican-owned businesses in the area today.
Since the early 2000s, Wynwood has seen a lot of new development. In 2005, the Midtown Miami project began, bringing new attention to the area. Artists and businesses started moving into old warehouses, turning them into galleries, cafes, and shops. A developer named Tony Goldman helped Wynwood grow even more. In 2009, he started the Wynwood Walls, an outdoor art exhibition that made the neighborhood famous for its incredible murals.
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Exploring Wynwood's Unique Districts
Wynwood is divided into special areas, each with its own vibe.
The Wynwood Art District
This part of Wynwood is full of art galleries, outdoor murals, and private art collections. The heart of this district is the Wynwood Walls. Tony Goldman, who had a vision for the area, started the Walls in 2009. His idea was to turn old warehouses into giant canvases for artists.
Many famous artists have created murals at the Wynwood Walls. Some of these artists include Shepard Fairey, Okuda San Miguel, and The London Police. The Wynwood Walls are a popular spot for tourists and families to enjoy amazing street art. Goldman Global Arts manages the Walls and has a gallery there too.
The Wynwood Fashion District
This district in Wynwood is all about fashion. It's located along Northwest Fifth Avenue. Here, you'll find many clothing stores and places that distribute clothes.
Wynwood has been a center for fashion since the 1920s. At that time, Jewish New Yorkers came here and opened factories, creating a busy garment district. This led to new job opportunities, which encouraged families from Puerto Rico to move to Wynwood in the 1940s and 50s. This history still shapes the people who live in the area today.
The Wynwood Technology District
This sub-district is home to various technology companies. For example, in 2017, a coding school called Wyncode opened a large campus here called Wynbase. This shows how Wynwood is also becoming a place for new tech businesses.
Wynwood's Economy and Growth
Wynwood has changed a lot over the years with new investments and developments. In 2010, an old warehouse was turned into a studio for filming movies and TV shows. For example, parts of the 2011 TV series Charlie's Angels were filmed there. This has helped Miami's film industry grow.
The main industries in Wynwood are art and fashion. You'll find many art galleries, artist studios, and clothing wholesalers here. There are also unique restaurants, like Zak the Baker, which is a kosher bakery and cafe. In 2013, the newspaper Miami New Times also moved its main office to Wynwood.
People of Wynwood
As of As of 2015[update], about 8,621 people lived in Wynwood. There were 2,754 households in the neighborhood. The average household income in 2015 was $31,256.
Getting Around Wynwood
You can get around Wynwood using several public transportation options:
- Metrobus: Local buses serve the area.
- Miami's Free Trolley: A free trolley service runs throughout Wynwood.
- Metromover: The Metromover's School Board station is to the south of Wynwood.
- Metrorail: The Miami Metrorail has a station nearby in Allapattah, less than a mile west:
- Allapattah (at 36th Street/US 27 and NW 12th Avenue)
Schools in Wynwood
Miami-Dade County Public Schools operates the public schools in the area.
Elementary Schools
- Eneida Hartner Elementary School
- Paul Laurence Dunbar Elementary School
- Phyllis Wheatley Elementary School
Middle Schools
- José de Diego Middle School
- Miami Arts Charter School (Wynwood Campus)
High Schools
- Young Men's Preparatory Academy (for boys, grades 6-12)
- Miami Arts Charter School (Wynwood Campus)
Colleges and Universities
- Miami Ad School
Cultural Places to Visit
Wynwood has several places where you can experience art and culture:
- Bakehouse Art Complex
- The Marguiles Collection at the Warehouse (art)
- Rubell Family Collection (art)
- Calix Gustav Gallery (art)
Parks and Green Spaces
You can enjoy the outdoors at these parks in Wynwood:
- Roberto Clemente Park
- José de Diego Park (This park is mainly used by José de Diego Middle School. Roberto Clemente Park is the main public park in Wynwood.)
Health Concerns in 2016
In the summer of 2016, Wynwood was identified as an area with local cases of the Zika virus. Health officials, including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), issued warnings for pregnant women to be cautious when visiting the area. This was a new situation for the United States.
Efforts to control mosquitoes were increased in Wynwood. By December 2016, the CDC updated its warnings, stating that the risk of Zika in Wynwood was no longer higher than in the rest of Miami-Dade County. This showed that the situation had improved.
See also
In Spanish: Wynwood para niños
