The National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture

The National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture Where Preservation Meets Inspiration

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Vision: A Cultural Center for All People

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...
10/24/2023

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 🇵🇷⚾️
10/22/2023

National Treasure 🇵🇷⚾️

Roberto Clemente swinging for his 3000th and final hit, September 29, 1972.

Great opportunity!
10/21/2023

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 op...
10/20/2023

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 🇵🇷😍
10/19/2023

Que traje bello pero los detalles 🇵🇷😍 What a beautiful dress, but the details 🇵🇷😍

10/18/2023

Wepa!!

Benjamin Mercado is an incredibly talented self-taught Boricua artist. In 2007 he created a beautiful piece for our muse...
10/16/2023

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 - ...
10/15/2023

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...
10/15/2023

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

10/15/2023

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 incredib...
10/14/2023

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...
10/13/2023

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)

10/13/2023

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 exhil...
10/09/2023

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 ...

10/08/2023
We are excited for Open House Chicago next weekend! Checkout our FREE activities and stop by to meet the staff, support ...
10/08/2023

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!
10/06/2023

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.

10/06/2023

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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 Saturda...
10/04/2023

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!!

09/29/2023

"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.
09/28/2023

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 even...
09/28/2023

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 vi...
09/27/2023

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 MuñozGet ready for an extraordinary experience! You have the c...
09/27/2023

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 sup...
09/25/2023

🎨🗓️ 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]

09/22/2023

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).

09/22/2023
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HispanicHeritageMonth! Join in honoring the generosity of Hispanic and Latino organ & tissue donors and their famili...
09/19/2023

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 Ex...
09/19/2023

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!

09/18/2023

“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
09/17/2023

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 ...
09/17/2023

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...

09/17/2023

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 War...
09/16/2023

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 seei...
09/16/2023

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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Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 9am - 2pm

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The best artisan hand made all natural chocolates are absolutely the best! The variety and flavor profiles are one of a kind; truly pieces of art on a platter. If you’re in Puerto Rico stop by this delicious shop for a drink (from the bar or coffee bar), some artisan chocolates and a cozy vibe. The wonderful owners make you feel right at home. You will not regret it… Shop local and support small businesses in Puerto Rico!
Antonio Martorell is a famous Puerto Rican painter, graphic artist, and writer who exhibits throughout Puerto Rico and the United States. Stop by the museum to see this beautiful exhibit!!

http://antoniomartorell.com/plenainmortal/
We hope you could join us on Three Kings Day, January 6, 2023, anytime between 10 AM and 4:00 PM for the opening exhibition, Semillas: Artwork by Raul Ortiz Bonilla.

Come and meet the artist, learn about Raul's inspiration for his beautiful works of art, and enjoy hot chocolate or coffee and sweats for this very special occasion. This is a free event open to the public.

We look forward to seeing you on Friday, Jan. 6, 2023 (10AM - 4PM) for the public opening!

To learn more about the exhibition or to RSVP for this free event, please click "Book Now."
Wepa!
Sharing some great recipes today from some of our friends. Here is the beautiful Cooking Con Omi!
NMPRAC will be closed Wednesday, November 24th - Monday, November 25th for the Thanksgiving Holiday and for a deep cleaning of the museum. If you have any questions please email us at [email protected].
Learn more about our membership by clicking the link below. The Coqui level starts at $25, and you receive a T-shirt and 10% off at our on-site gift shop. Help keep our museum free and accessible to all. This would make a great gift!

Thank you for your consideration 😊
Bring your kids to Navi Arts today to have fun doing arts and crafts for free! We hope to see you soon ❤️ 10am - 5pm.
Meet our Cacique level members, the Cuebas Family LepJan Drafting Services. Thank you for supporting our Museum! Interested in becoming a member… click the link https://nmprac.org/membership/ to check out all the great benefits or stop by NaviArts today from 10am - 5pm to sign-up.

It’s a beautiful day to shop local and support our vendors!
Our beautiful BORICUA tree designed by Yesica Ortiz with the support of Alyssa Corrigan at O’Hare Airport United Terminal 2 across gate E1. If you see it take a picture with our tree and tag us so we could share!
Our Winter Newsletter is out! Click on the link to learn more.

https://mailchi.mp/nmprac/join-us
We are excited to officially announce our NEW Membership Program! Everyone receives a museum t-shirt and 10% off at our on-site gift shop. Check out the great benefits at each level.

Link: https://nmprac.org/membership/

Your membership will ensure that our museum remains free for all.

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