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NMPRAC is about the past, present and future. It provides a one-of-a-kind showcase for the vast array of traditional and contemporary Puerto Rican arts. It tells the story of the contributions of people from Puerto Rico in the making of this city and of this nation. By virtue of its location, in the heart of Chicago’s Puerto Rican community, IPRAC offers a
unique insight into the Puerto Rican experience that is not offered by any other institution; a facility that can merge major art, historic and anthropological exhibitions with authentic community lectures and workshops.
We are proud of one of our 2023 Ceiba Awardees Instituto de Cultura Puertorriqueña and their Executive Director Carlos R. Ruiz Cortés. This is a picture of the Director with Artist Enrique Ortiz Matos-Escultor, who masterfully created the one of kind Ceiba Award. 🇵🇷❤️ Orgullo Boricua!
National Treasure 🇵🇷⚾️
Roberto Clemente swinging for his 3000th and final hit, September 29, 1972.
Great opportunity!
When you visit San Diego you must stop a The House of Puerto Rico in San Diego’s Historic Balboa Park ! 🇵🇷☀️They are open every Saturday and Sunday. They have amazing programming and a wonderful group of volunteers. Support our Boricua cultural organizations making it happen in San Diego (give them a follow).
Then you must eat at the best Boricua/Dominican restaurant in San Diego “Jibaritos de la Isla” owned and managed by a Boricua/Dominicana 🇵🇷🇩🇴from Humboldt Park… Ana Rivera (Wepa!). Her food was like being back home… so delicious 😋She is a humble and gifted Chef!
Grateful to Joe, Anthony and their Board for hosting us this morning and afternoon. We look forward to sharing what we are doing in Chicago this evening with the community as we build partnerships throughout the diaspora… together we are stronger!
Que traje bello pero los detalles 🇵🇷😍 What a beautiful dress, but the details 🇵🇷😍
Wepa!!
Benjamin Mercado is an incredibly talented self-taught Boricua artist. In 2007 he created a beautiful piece for our museum entitled, “Humboldt Park Stables and Bandera.” We chose Benjamin’s work of art from our collection, to represent us at the Museum of Contemporary Art’s exhibit, “entre horizontes: Art and Activism between Chicago and Puerto Rico” curated by Carla Acevedo Yates. We had the privilege to accompany Benjamin to see his piece on display this past week. At 73 years young he is still drawing and performing (he’s a musician too). We honor Benjamin Mercado, he is an inspiration and reminds us to never give up on our dreams. Check out the exhibit at the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago
If you’re looking for something to do today, Sunday 10/15, visit us for Open House Chicago! We will be open from 10am - 2pm & hosting some great FREE activities:
10 AM & 12 PM - Free Docent Led Tour.
11 AM to 12 PM: Art Workshop Inspired by Rafael Tufiño’s works of Art in our Main Gallery
12-1 PM - Meet the Artist (Artist Talk) Raul Ortiz Bonilla
We had fun today being creative 🎨! If you’re looking for something to do tomorrow, Sunday 10/14, visit us for Open House Chicago! We will be open from 10am - 2pm & hosting some great FREE activities:
10 AM & 12 PM - Free Docent Led Tour.
11 AM to 12 PM: Art Workshop Inspired by Rafael Tufiño’s works of Art in our Main Gallery
12 PM - Artist Talk with Raul Ortiz Bonilla
Open House Chicago at our Museum today was 🔥! We had a Bomba Workshop led by Ivelisse Diaz Director and Founder of La Escuelita Bombera de Corazón and it was incredible! Grateful to collaborate with such an amazing organization. Please follow them and join in on all their festivities as they celebrate 14 years 🇵🇷❤️🙌🏽🎶Wepa!
We are ready to receive you for Open House Chicago. We have an Art Workshop at 11am inspired by Rafael Tufiño’s incredible works of art. At 12 PM we have a docent-led tour, you can also meet our resident artist, Raul Ortiz Bonilla. We will close with an incredible Bomba Workshop at 1pm with
Thank you NHCSL - The National Hispanic Caucus of State Legislators for the recognition!
This weekend we will be hosting Open House Chicago on Saturday 10/14 and Sunday 10/15 from 10am - 2pm.
Saturday, October 14th:
10 am and 12 pm: Docent-led Tour (40 min.)
11 am - 12 pm: Art Workshop (Main Gallery)
1 pm - 1:30 pm: Bomba Workshop
Sunday, October 15th:
10 am and 12 pm: Docent-led Tour (40 min.)
11 am - 12 pm: Art Workshop (Main Gallery)
12 - 1 pm: Meet the Artist, Raul Ortiz (2nd floor Gallery)
Did you know a Boricua was the pianist for The Beach Boys? He graced us with his presence and performance at the Museum today. Please check out his newly released book “Carli Muñoz, A Fools Journey.” Could you name this tune?
WATCH this insightful conversation between the dynamic duo Ricky Martin and Lin-Manuel Miranda as they share their exhilarating visit to the National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts and Culture🎨 in Chicago. Listen to their passionate discussion about this extraordinary gem, which is the only Puerto Rican Museum in the continental United States…Wepa!🇵🇷
Huge thanks to Ricky and Lin-Manuel for gracing us with their presence! 🙏❤️
NOTE: Select Closed Captioning (CC) for subtitles when they speak Spanish.🎬 WATCH this fun conversation between the dynamic duo Ricky Martin and Lin-Manuel ...
We are excited for Open House Chicago next weekend! Checkout our FREE activities and stop by to meet the staff, support our artisans and learn more about our beautiful historic building!
Saturday, October 14th
10 am and 12 pm: Docent-led Tour (40 min.)
11 am - 12 pm: Art Workshop (Main Gallery)
1 pm - 1:30 pm: Bomba Workshop (Tent)
Sunday, October 15th
10 am and 12 pm: Docent-led Tour (40 min.)
11 am - 12 pm: Art Workshop (Main Gallery)
12 - 1 pm: Meet the Artist, Raul Ortiz (2nd floor Gallery)
(NMPRAC) is devoted to the promotion, integration and advancement of Puerto Rican arts and culture, presenting exhibitions and programming created to enhance the visibility and importance of the rich Puerto Rican arts tradition.
Thank you AFAR and Jessica van Dop DeJesus, The Dining Traveler, for recognizing our Museum!
These must-visit locations highlight the rich, complex history of Latin America and Latinos in the United States.
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Ismael Rivera, conocido como "El Sonero Mayor," nació el 5 de octubre de 1931 en Santurce, Puerto Rico. Fue el mayor de cinco hermanos y desde su infancia mostró un fuerte interés por la música. A pesar de tener que abandonar la escuela temprano para trabajar como limpiabotas y luego como albañil, Ismael nunca dejó de cantar y tocar música en los rumbones de Santurce, especialmente junto a su amigo Rafael Cortijo. Su pasión por la música eventualmente lo llevaría a convertirse en una figura icónica de la música latina.
Les invitamos a disfrutar del evento 'Al son de Maelo', el domingo 22 de octubre en el Museo de Arte Contemporáneo en Santurce desde las 11:00 a.m.
ℹ️Fuente: https://prpop.org/biografias/ismael-rivera/
Thanks to we will be able to provide Solar Viewers to our patrons for the upcoming Annular Eclipse happening on Saturday, October 14th!
Stop by the National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts and Culture for your Solar Viewers!!
"We are the first Puerto Rican cultural district in the U.S. We have the largest concentration of Puerto Rican eateries. We also have one of the largest concentrations of public art."
Please support La Escuelita Bombera de Corazón, wonderful organization that we are proud to support and partner with.
We are ready! ❤️💛🖤 October 27th-29th
La Escuelita’s 14th year Anniversary Concert
La Escuelita’s 14th year anniversary concert tickets are now LIVE on Eventbrite!
Join us on Saturday October 28th at National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture as La Escuelita celebrates 14 years of bringing Bomba to the city of chicago with special quests: Alma Mayo directly from New York.
Joining forces on this night will be Chicago’s Musica tipica of Puerto Rico by Frankie's People, all female Bomba & Plena group, Bompleneras and La Escuelita’s performance ensemble Bomberx D’ Cora. Prepare yourself for a night full of music and dance that will fill your soul and remind you why we love Bomba.
Please
note this is a FORMAL EVENT, DRESS TO IMPRESS ————> NO GYM SHOES
In addition to this event we are offering a full weekend of workshops, Bombazo’s and panel disscussions that are free to the community.
Get your tickets now:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/la-escuelitas-bombera-de-corazon-14th-year-anniversary-concert-tickets-726525105147?aff=oddtdtcreator
Enjoy the highlight video of our 10th Annual Raices Gala celebrated on Sept. 14, 2023 in Chicago. We had a sold out event and our grateful to all our sponsors who helped make our gala successful. Special Acknowledgment to our Presenting Sponsors, Anonymous, HITN, Mary Cain DDS, Miranda Family Foundation, Peoples Gas and all who contributed to making this event possible.
Thank you Lin Manuel Miranda and Luis Miranda for joining in on the fun and surprising our guests with your presence and support.
We greatly appreciate our friend, Boricua sister and 2022 Ceiba Award Recipient, Ana Belaval of WGN-9 TV for being our Emcee, she did a fantastic job!
Ceiba Recipients:
Ricky Martin
Instituto de Cultura Puertorriqueña (ICP)
Rafael Tufiño (Tufiño Family accepted on his behalf)
Three Kings Awardees:
Lifetime Achievement, Dr. Aida Giachello
Humanitarian Award: Chicago Chefs Cook for Puerto Rico
Featuring Ceiba Recipient:Ricky MartinLin Manuel MirandaPablo TufiñoThree Kings Awardees:Lifetime Legacy, Dr. Aida GiachelloHumanitarian Award: Chicago Chefs...
We're absolutely thrilled to extend our heartfelt gratitude to Ana Belaval from WGN-9's "Around Town" for paying us a visit! Your support and spotlight on our Tufiño Exhibition, titled "100 Years of Tufiño at ICP," alongside our incredible partnership with Hecho en Puerto Rico, mean the world to us. Thank you for sharing in our passion and enthusiasm for Puerto Rican Arts and Culture!
“Celebrating 100 Years of Rafael Tufiño” at The National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture3015 W. Division St. Chicago, IL 60622September 2023 – August 2024nmprac.org
Meet and Greet the Beach Boys Puerto Rican Pianist, Carli Muñoz
Get ready for an extraordinary experience! You have the chance to witness the incredible performance of Carli Muñoz, a legendary Puerto Rican jazz pianist known for his time with the Beach Boys. Join us as we celebrate his 75th birthday and enjoy an evening filled with his captivating performance and an insightful discussion about his newly released book, "A Fool's Journey."
Thursday, October 12, 2023 | 6 PM
Entrance fee includes a copy of his new book. Appetizers and beverages will be served.
Museum Members: $25
Non-members: $35
Click link below:
Enjoy a performance by BEACH BOYS Pianist, Carli Muñoz and get a signed copy of his new book, "A Fool's Journey"
🎨🗓️ Mark your calendars for our Annual Navi Arts Festival on Sat. 11/11 and Sun. 11/12. 🌟 Join us in celebrating and supporting our talented local artists, artisans, and small businesses as we gear up for the Holiday Season. 🎁 On Saturday, we'll also have a special gift for our Veterans, honoring their incredible service. Admission is free, so don't miss out! Shop local! For more details, email us at [email protected]
Join us this Saturday 9/23 from 10:30 - 11:30am, with the talented author, Faith Marie, as she takes us on an exhilarating journey through the pages of her captivating book, "What Wela Left Me." But that's not all – brace yourselves to engage in the sounds of the drum. BONUS: Guests who attend will receive (1) one free Brookfield Zoo ticket each and one free Tote Bag (per family).
HispanicHeritageMonth! Join in honoring the generosity of Hispanic and Latino organ & tissue donors and their families who gave the gift of life by saying “yes” to donation.
Learn more about donation and register your decision as an organ, eye and tissue donor at giftofhope.org
We look forward to welcoming the public to enjoy the incredible works of art by El Maestro Rafael Tufiño with our NEW Exhibit, which opens today 9/19, “Celebrating 100 Years of Rafael Tufiño at ICP.” This exhibit is a collaboration with Instituto de Cultura Puertorriqueña, The Estate of Rafael Tufiño and the Government of Puerto Rico. BONUS: Visit in the next two weeks to receive your free Tufiño souvenir bookmark. We hope to see you soon!
“Celebrating 100 Years of Rafael Tufiño at ICP” opens, Tuesday, September 19, 2023 at 10 AM at the National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts and Culture (3015 W. Division St, Chicago IL).
It’s the first time Tufiño’s works of art are exhibited in Chicago.
Thank you to Instituto de Cultura Puertorriqueña, The Estate of Rafael Tufiño, and the Government of Puerto Rico for making this exhibit accessible for all to appreciate.
Entrance Fee: FREE
Ricky Martin loves his National Ceiba Award created by Boricua Artist, Enrique Ortiz Matos.
Photo credit: Damian Rico
Learn more about Instituto de Cultura Puertorriqueña… our 2023 National Ceiba Awardees. ICP has a powerful history that they continue to successfully build upon in Puerto Rico and the diaspora.
2023 National Ceiba Awardees - Instituto de Cultura Puertorriqueña (ICP) Introductory video. Follow them at: https://www.icp.pr.gov/en/Learn more about their...
El actor, compositor y dramaturgo Lin-Manuel Miranda entregó el Premio Nacional Ceiba al artista internacional y filántropo Ricky Martin en la gala anual del Museo Nacional de Arte y Cultura […]
Our Puerto Rican elected officials State Senator Omar Aquino (IL-2) and wife Liz, Alderpersons, Jessie Fuentes (26th Ward) and wife Becky, Felix Cardona (31st Ward) and wife Claudia, always say presente! We are very grateful for their unwavering support. 🇵🇷 On the red carpet with Lin Manuel Miranda at our 10th Annual Raices Gala!
REPOST from Lin Manuel Miranda:
One of the greatest gifts of Hamilton in Chicago has been falling in love w the and seeing the work of incredible Puerto Rican artists that I didn’t grow up learning about in school in NY. Their new Tufiño exhibit opens on Tuesday, and it’s a REQUIRED VISIT if you’re near Chicago. It’s stunning.
I was lucky enough to get a museum tour with , honor him at their gala, and hopefully raise a lot of money for the museum. And a special shout out to Billy Ocasio (in the center of the last picture) who runs the museum w love and care and a relentless passion for artists and our culture. Wepa!
Photo credits (black and white): Elias Carmona.
Image 4: Lin Manuel Miranda
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Open House Chicago at our Museum today was 🔥! We had a Bomba Workshop led by Ivelisse Diaz Director and Founder of La Escuelita Bombera de Corazón and it was incredible! Grateful to collaborate with such an amazing organization. Please follow them and join in on all their festivities as they celebrate 14 years 🇵🇷❤️🙌🏽🎶Wepa! #OpenHouseChicago2023 #NMPRAC #Bomba
Did you know a Boricua was the pianist for The Beach Boys? He graced us with his presence and performance at the Museum today. Please check out his newly released book “Carli Muñoz, A Fools Journey.” Could you name this tune?
Bomba!! 💯❤️🇵🇷We hope you visit us and see our “Resistencia y Liberta por Bombazo Wear” exhibit! Bombazo Wear: BOMBA & Caribbean Skirts. Our educational programming is intentionally designed to bring to life our exhibits, while honoring the artists and inspiring all those who visit us. We are grateful to all our community partners whose mission it is to keep our Bomba, Plena, and our Afro and Indigenous history and roots alive and well. This video is a quick snapshot of this years programming for this exhibit (not all inclusive). Thank you AfriCaribe - La Escuelita Bombera de Corazón - Grupo Belele and all who continue to support our Museum and all our Boricua arts and cultural organizations, artists, artisans & businesses in Chicago. We don’t highlight our cultura for only one month… this is who we are 365 days, 24/7! Que Viva Puerto Rico 🇵🇷
Join us this Saturday 9/23 from 10:30 - 11:30am, with the talented author, Faith Marie, as she takes us on an exhilarating journey through the pages of her captivating book, "What Wela Left Me." But that's not all – brace yourselves to engage in the sounds of the drum. BONUS: Guests who attend will receive (1) one free Brookfield Zoo ticket each and one free Tote Bag (per family).
“Celebrating 100 Years of Rafael Tufiño at ICP” opens, Tuesday, September 19, 2023 at 10 AM at the National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts and Culture (3015 W. Division St, Chicago IL). It’s the first time Tufiño’s works of art are exhibited in Chicago. Thank you to Instituto de Cultura Puertorriqueña, The Estate of Rafael Tufiño, and the Government of Puerto Rico for making this exhibit accessible for all to appreciate. Entrance Fee: FREE
Our National Ceiba Award Recipient, Ricky Martin dancing with Groupo Belele, one of the many organizations he supports through his Ricky Martin Foundation. They came straight from Loiza to surprise him. Wepa! 🇵🇷
Thank you to the Humboldt Park Library for allowing us to lead Bilingual Story Time and an Art Project with 47 Families! We can’t wait to host the next one on Tues. August 22nd at 10:30AM at our Museum (3015 W. Division Street)📕🇵🇷🎨 We will read “Sofi and the Magic, Musical Mural | Sofi y el mágico mural musical” by/por Dr. Raquel Ortiz
Enjoy the Orquesta Sinfónica de Puerto Rico’s encore presentation!
Last night we had a full house and enjoyed an incredible repertoire of music inspired by Puerto Rico, which includes Preciosa. Thank you to the Orquesta Sinfónica de Puerto Rico for making history with us. Hasta la próxima! 🇵🇷 sign up for our e-newsletter on our website to stay informed about our upcoming events and our new membership coming out in September!
Did you know we had a Puerto Rican Symphony Orchestra? Check out the message from our dear friend Cooking Con Omi! They will be in Chicago for one night only! August 6th at 7pm. For tickets to this once-in-a-lifetime event, visit: https://cso.org/performances/22-23/rentals/puerto-rican-symphony-orchestra/
Our special guest judges for our Fritura Cook-off… Rebeca Huffman, Ivelissa Riendo y Comiendo and Cooking Con Omi on Saturday, 7/9 - Come say Hi!
Billy Ocasio, President & Chief Executive Officer, National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture, talks about the importance of the Puerto Rican culture in the USA
We love supporting our local artists if you need great musicians for your get together contact: [email protected]
Jose Ramos of Hamilton conducting his Master Class. #BarrioArtsFest2018 today until 5pm. We hope to see you and give you free Brookfield Zoo tickets.
What an amazing opening of our first lecture series with renowned Puerto Rican Tenor, Javier Abreu. He performed this beautiful rendition of Preciosa and shared his very inspiring story. You could see him perform at the Chicago Opera Theatre on 4/20 and 4/22. For more information, please visit our website. Enjoy this video and please share! #chicagooperatheatre #javierabreu
Hispanic Heritage Month is here!!
Thank you Lin-Manuel Miranda for the amazing contribution you've made and continue to make for our people. #raicesgala2016 #hamilton #puertorico
Check out this video from Lin-Manuel Miranda and visit our website www.nmprac.org to purchase your tickets for our Raices Gala on 9/22/2016... only a limited amount left, don't miss out on this chance in a lifetime!
Have you seen these vejigante masks? And these are not all of them! You can come and see Las Caras Lindas: Intervenciones Actuales. Group Exhibition on Vejigante Masks from Tuesday to Friday 10am to 4pm and Saturday 10am to 1pm. #lascaraslindas #vejigante #nmprac #humboldtpark
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