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RVCA Special Tribute

By Anna Sorensen & Lori Sterling

A Tribute to Dr. Stanley and A respected physician, Dr. Goodman balanced his medical
career with his own work as a sculptor, creating vibrant,
Pearl Goodman primary-colored works of art that for decades dotted the
landscape of the couple’s home on SE 10th Street Isle. These
The Rio Vista Civic Association would like to pay special pieces became neighborhood landmarks. Made of bold
tribute to long-time residents, Dr. Stanley and Pearl Goodman. materials including steel, iron, marble and chrome, they stood
After many decades in Fort Lauderdale, the Goodmans as symbols of Stanley’s extraordinary and versatile talents.
have recently made the difficult decision to move closer to
their children. Alongside his artistry, the Goodman’s assembled one of
the most significant collections of modern Latin American
Lori Sterling, President of Rio Vista Civic Association, first art in our region, highlighted by works from Frida Kahlo,
learned of their plans from neighbor Joanne Snead, who Wifredo Lam, Diego Rivera, Leonora Carrington, and Joaquín
reached out asking for assistance in finding new homes for Dr. Torres-García. Their promised gift to NSU Art Museum Fort
Goodman’s remarkable sculptures. Lauderdale —a collection of 94 works — secured NSU Art

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