Hispanic Heritage Celebration

Join us as we kick-off a celebration of Hispanic Heritage!

Event Date
Saturday, September 14, 2024
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Event Time
9:00 am
5:00 pm
9:00 am
5:00 pm
*The Museum opens at noon on Sundays.
Ages
All Ages
Admission
General Admission
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About the Event

Hispanic Heritage Celebration Sponsored in part by the City of Houston/Houston Arts Alliance.

Join us in kick-starting a celebration of Hispanic heritage! Hispanic Heritage Month is in full swing, and so are the performances, crafts and much more!

ON-GOING ACTIVITIES:

DIY Pinatas: Join us for a fun-filled moment where creativity takes center stage as you get to design and decorate your own vibrant piñatas to take home!

When: From 9 am to 5 pm in the MAker Annex

We are The Weave and the Weavers: Come and join us in creating a weaving peice, Ojo de Dio (origin from Mexico) and Dreamcatchers (which originates from The Lakota Nation from the US). This fun and creative bilingual hands-on workshop is one you want to experience!

When: At the top of every hour from 10 am to 3 pm in Alexander Art Academy

Mariachi Jarabe Tapatio: Experience vibrant rhythms and rich traditions with spectacular performances by Mariachi Jarabe Tapatio taking place throughout the Museum.

When: From 9 am to 2 pm around the museum

Story Time with Univision: Local leaders, and Univision 45 personalities entertain you with a charming children's story, in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month.

When: 11 am in the Parent Resource Library

Crocro y su Tumbaká: In this multicultural group, Tumbaká interprets songs with echoes of Latin-jazz, percussion solos, batá, son, guarachas, and opera/salsa.

When: 11:30 am in Kid's Hall Alcove

Fiestas Patrias Grito Reenactment: Join us for a visual reenactment as a mariachi band opens with cultural music, followed by a grito reenactment, and concluding with a live folklórico performance featuring the mariachi!

When: 1 pm in Kid's Hall Alcove

Flamenco Ole!: Come experience this show that teaches children about the art and culture of Flamenco, as artists showcase its important elements!

When: 2 pm in Kid's Hall Alcove
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Event Date
Saturday, September 14, 2024
Event Date
Sat
Sep
14
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Sat
Sep
14
2024
Event Time
9:00 am
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5:00 pm
9:00 am
5:00 pm
Ages
All Ages
Admission
General Admission
Location
Disability Accessibility
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