Gallery talk: Jaime Arredondo and the Popol Vuh (Read More)
Jaime Arredondo, is an artist and illustrator for the exhibition "Popol Vuh: The Sacred Book of the Quiche Through Illustration". With this art, Jaime Arredondo hoped to restore the former glory of the Popol Vuh and its authors to its deserved place in human history. The artist’s hope is that the work will lead to a greater interest in and defense of the stories, art, and culture of Native and Indigenous people. Jaime Arredondo was born in Dallas, Texas to Mexican American Tejano parents. He earned a BA from University of Dallas, Irving, TX and a MFA in Painting from Yale University. After graduating from Yale University with a MFA in Painting, he moved to New York City and began teaching his course “Of Fire and Blood: Art and Mythology of Mexico” at NYU, and at The New School. He has had numerous solo gallery and museum shows in the Southwest and in New York City and is the recipient of numerous awards. In 2009, his paintings were published as stamps by the United Nations, and in 2015 he was commissioned to create a permanent art project for the Manhattan Transit Authority comprised of thirty-six mosaics of his works, installed at the Zerega Station in the Bronx, and entitled “Garden of Earthly Delight.” He currently lives in New York City with his wife and daughter.
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Popol Vuh: The Sacred Book of the Quiché through Illustration (Read More)
Popol Vuh: The Sacred Book of the Quiché through Illustration is an exhibit that features a series of illustrations by artist Jaime Arredondo, with the hope of restoring the former glory of the Popol Vuh and its authors to its deserved place in human history. The artist’s hope is that this will lead to a greater interest and defense of the stories, art, and culture of Native and Indigenous people. According to the Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian: The Popol Vuh, or Popol Wuj in the K’iche’ language, is the story of creation of the Maya. Members of the royal K’iche’ lineages that had once ruled the highlands of Guatemala recorded the story in the 16th century to preserve it under the Spanish colonial rule. The Popol Vuh, meaning “Book of the Community,” narrates the Maya creation account, the tales of the Hero Twins, and the K’iche’ genealogies and land rights. See museum website for current information about opening hours and admission. Museum Hours: Wednesday, Thursday, & Friday 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Saturday 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Admission: Members Free General Admission $5.00 College Students with ID $4.00 Students K-12 $3.50 Senior Citizens $3.50 Children under 5 Free Active Military with ID* Free *El Museo Latino is a Blue Star Museum
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Gallery Talk: Marta Turok on Textiles and Identity of Frida Kahlo (Read More)
Dr. Marta Turok is an Anthropologist and Curator in Mexico City who has specialized in Mexican textile traditions. Dr Turok will present a Gallery Talk on "Mirrors of the Soul: Textiles and Identity of Frida Kahlo" / "Espejo del Alma: Textiles e Identidad en Frida Kahlo" followed by a discussion. During the presentation, Dr. Turok will discuss the tradition of weaving in Oaxaca and the traditional dress that is characteristic of the women in Oaxaca. This lecture is in conjunction with the "Frida Kahlo and the Blue House" exhibition at El Museo Latino.
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Goria Flores Gallery Talk: the Feminine Image in Mexico (Read More)
Dr. Goria Flores is a visiting Assistant Professor of Spanish and Latin American Cultural Studies in the Department of Modern Languages and Literature and is affiliated faculty in the Department of Dance at the University of Lincoln-Nebraska. Dr. Flores will present a Gallery Talk on the Feminine Image in Mexico and portraiture in the works by Frida Kahlo. This gallery talk is in conjunction with the exhibit “Frida Kahlo and the Blue House,” which presents a selection of over 60 color photographs of the architecture and interior spaces of the Blue House created by Cristina Kahlo as well as vintage black and white photographs taken by Diego Rivera, Antonio Kahlo, Lola Álvarez Bravo, Florence Arquin, and Juan Guzmán.
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“Frida Kahlo and the Blue House” Photography Exhibit (Read More)
The exhibit “Frida Kahlo and the Blue House” presents a selection of over 60 color photographs of the architecture and interior spaces of the Blue House created by Cristina Kahlo as well as vintage black and white photographs taken by Diego Rivera, Antonio Kahlo, Lola Álvarez Bravo, Florence Arquin, and Juan Guzmán.
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Cristina Kahlo Gallery Talk: Frida Kahlo and the Blue House (Read More)
The exhibit “Frida Kahlo and the Blue House” presents a selection of over 60 color photographs of the architecture and interior spaces of the Blue House created by Cristina Kahlo as well as vintage black and white photographs taken by Diego Rivera, Antonio Kahlo, Lola Álvarez Bravo, Florence Arquin, and Juan Guzmán. Photographer Cristina Kahlo will present a gallery talk during the exhibit's opening reception. The reception will be from 5 - 8 pm, with the gallery talk at 6pm. Cristina Kahlo is a scholar, and researcher, and a practicing photographer and member of Maestro Julio Galindo’s Platinum Print Workshop in Mexico City. Cristina is one of Mexico’s most prominent contemporary photographers. Her three-decade career follows in the footsteps of her great-grandfather, Guillermo Kahlo, and father, Antonio Kahlo, both celebrated photographers. Additionally, she is the grandniece of renowned artist Frida Kahlo and is co-curator of “Kahlo: An Expanded Body,” an exhibition that investigates Frida’s medical history through her art. Cristina is the living legacy of one of contemporary Mexico’s most celebrated families, beginning with her great grandfather, her great aunt, and her father. Cristina is fiercely creative and engaging. She is the critically acclaimed resident scholar of the Kahlo family legacy.
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Rembrandt and Printmaking: Illuminating the Golden Age of Dutch Art (Read More)
Albrecht Dürer, Rembrandt van Rijn, and Francisco Goya crafted etchings and prints of unparalleled intricacy, akin to captivating photographs. Over 60 works are on display at El Museo Latino's visiting exhibition “Rembrandt, Goya, and Dürer: The Marvel of Old Masters” depicting themes including landscapes, biblical stories, portraits and more. UNO Professor of Art History Amy Millicent Morris will present a gallery talk on "Rembrandt and Printmaking: Illuminating the Golden Age of Dutch Art". During renovation, please use the temporary east entrance in the alley - ring the doorbell. Parking is available on 25th Street in the lot adjacent to the old fire station.
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Durer and Printmaking: The Road to Fame and Riches (Read More)
Albrecht Dürer, Rembrandt van Rijn, and Francisco Goya crafted etchings and prints of unparalleled intricacy, akin to captivating photographs. Over 60 works are on display at El Museo Latino's visiting exhibition “Rembrandt, Goya, and Dürer: The Marvel of Old Masters” depicting themes including landscapes, biblical stories, portraits and more. UNO Professor of Art History Amy Millicent Morris will present a gallery talk on "Durer and Printmaking: The Road to Fame and Riches". During renovation, please use the temporary east entrance in the alley - ring the doorbell. Parking is available on 25th Street in the lot adjacent to the old fire station.
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The Marvel of Old Masters: Rembrandt, Goya, Dürer (Read More)
Albrecht Dürer, Rembrandt van Rijn, and Francisco Goya crafted etchings and prints of unparalleled intricacy, akin to captivating photographs. Over 60 works are on display at El Museo Latino's visiting exhibition “Rembrandt, Goya, and Dürer: The Marvel of Old Masters” depicting themes including landscapes, biblical stories, portraits and more. Gallery events include: Sat., Jan. 20, 1:15 p.m. English public tour, 1:45 p.m. Spanish public tour Sat. Jan. 27, 1:15 p.m. talk by Amy Millicent Morris, PhD "Durer and Printmaking: The Road to Fame and Riches" Wed., Jan. 31, 12:00-12:30 p.m. lunch and learn Thurs., Feb. 8, 12:00-12:30 p.m. lunch and learn Thurs., Feb. 15, 12:00-12:30 p.m. lunch and learn Sat., Feb. 17, 1:15 p.m. English public tour, 1:45 p.m. Spanish public tour Sat. Feb. 24, 1:15 p.m. talk by May Millicent Morris, PhD "Rembrandt and Printmaking: Illuminating the Golden Age of Dutch Art" Sat., Mar. 9, 1:15 p.m. talk by Howard Paine "The Process of Printmaking" Sat., Mar. 16, 1-3 p.m., closing reception The museum is open Wednesday, Thursday, an Friday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is free, but timed ticketing booked via the museum website is requested. During renovation, please use the temporary east entrance in the alley - ring the doorbell. Parking is available on 25th Street in the lot adjacent to the old fire station.
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El Mueso Latino Artist Invitational Panel Discussion (Read More)
Dr. Jose Miguel Lemus will moderate and lead a panel discussion with area artists as part of the “2023 Artists Invitational” exhibition on view through December 2023. Each of the 10 artists participating will be invited to participate in the panel discussion focusing on the history, tradition, and perspective of each artist and share their creative process with the audience. Dr. Lemus is an Associate Professor in the Department of Modern Languages and Literature at Creighton University.
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Latino Americans – Documentary Film Series (Read More)
El Museo Latino presents Latino Americans, a 6-part PBS documentary film series that chronicles the rich and varied history and experiences of Latinos with 500+ years of history in the United States. One part will be presented each week as follows: October 2, 2021 Part #1 Foreigners in Their Own Land October 9, 2021 Part #2 Empire of Dreams October 16, 2021 Part #3 War and Peace October 23, 2021 Part #4 The New Latinos October 30, 2021 Part #5 Prejudice and Pride November 6, 2021 Part #6 Peril and Promise
