The National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture

10/16/2026

🇵🇷 MEET THE PEOPLE WHO SHOWED UP. HEAR THEIR STORIES. SHARE A BOWL OF SANCOCHO.

Join us Friday, October 30 at 5:30 PM for the opening of María: ¿Qué es un huracán?

Meet Manolo López and some of the Puerto Rican chefs who were boots on the ground after Hurricane María, cooking for communities when institutions failed. They’ll prepare homemade sancocho, just as they did in the storm’s aftermath, bringing people together through food, care, and solidarity. 🍲

Through Manolo’s archive and lived experience, explore stories of survival, loss, and the people who stepped up for one another.

Nearly a decade later, unreliable water, electricity, and weakened public systems leave us asking: When does a hurricane end?

Come meet the chefs, experience the exhibition, and share a meal that carries a powerful story.

📅 Friday, October 30 | 5:30 PM
📍 National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts and Culture
🎟️ FREE and open to the public. Register using the link in our bio!

Bring someone you’d like to share this evening with. 🇵🇷

10/15/2026

🔥 CHICAGO! SEE ANTHONY RAMOS ON SCREEN—THEN LIVE ON STAGE! 🇵🇷

Friday, November 6 | Two exclusive experiences. One unforgettable night.

🎬 THE 65TH: EXCLUSIVE SNEAK PEEK + Q&A
Catch a 25-minute sneak peek plus behind-the-scenes footage from Anthony Ramos’ upcoming film about the Borinqueneers. Then join Anthony Ramos and director Tony Nardolillo for a Q&A facilitated by Professors Jorell Meléndez-Badillo and Aurora Santiago Ortiz.

Your film ticket includes a movie poster + two drink tickets!
📍 AMC NEW CITY | 1500 N. Clybourn Ave.

💃🏽 ANTHONY RAMOS LIVE: A TASTE OF HIS UPCOMING SALSA ALBUM
Hit the dance floor with salsa and bachata lessons from Saborcito Soul, then experience Anthony Ramos performing select songs from his upcoming English-language salsa album!

Keep dancing with live salsa by Caribe Project and DJ Lite on The Beat.
📍 Logan Auditorium | 2539 N. Kedzie Blvd. | 21+

🎟️ PICK ONE—OR MAKE IT BOTH!
$25 for either event
$40 for both—save $10!
NMPRAC Members: Check your email for your discount.

Join us for an incredible evening with Anthony Ramos, where we will preview his upcoming film "The 65th," at AMC NEW CITY (1500 N Clybourn Ave.), followed by…

10/14/2026

🎉 25K FOLLOWERS! ¡GRACIAS! 🇵🇷❤️THANK YOU!

Thank you for being part of our community and helping us celebrate, preserve, and share Puerto Rican art, history, and culture!

Every follow, like, and share helps us tell our stories and reach new audiences.

25,000 strong and growing! ¡Que viva nuestra cultura puertorriqueña! 🇵🇷✨

10/12/2026

On Indigenous Peoples’ Day, we remember the powerful and unforgettable areíto with Concilio Taíno Guatu-Ma-Cu A Borikén Concilio Taino Guatu Ma Cu Boriken Inc at our Museum in the heart of Barrio Borikén. A beautiful celebration of our Taíno culture.

Please follow and support Concilio Taíno Guatu-Ma-Cu A Borikén Concilio Taino Guatu Ma Cu Boriken Inc

🔥🎥 Video by Anthony Milian

10/10/2026

Last night our President and CEO was honored alongside the talented Chef Raul Correa RAÚL CORREA SOTO | CHEF with the CULINARY U Culinary U CAOBA AWARD 2026 🙌🏽🔥 presented by Culinary U’s Founder, Guillermo Abril Guillermo Abril

As you can see, he was surprised and proud 💐 🇵🇷
BILLY OCASIO
In recognition of a lifetime dedicated
to Puerto Rican culture, community and legacy.
Por su cultura.
Por su comunidad.
Por su legado.
Por Puerto Rico.

Beautiful award hand made in Puerto Rico by ⊙ 𝙰𝚛𝚝𝚎𝚜𝚊𝚗í𝚊 𝙱𝚘𝚛𝚒𝚔ú𝚊 ⊙ ❤️

10/06/2026

Thank you for visiting and sharing your experience, Doctora! 🇵🇷🙌🏽

10/05/2026

Don’t miss out this October! Link in our bio.

🗺️ Oct. 17 | 10:30 AM
The Commission Map Workshop with Sam Kirk. From contracts to installation, learn to navigate client commissions, negotiate confidently, and protect your creative vision. Bring your questions! In person or online.

🎨 Oct. 24 | 11 AM–1 PM
FREE Mosaic-Style Art Workshop
Get creative and make something of your own! Registration required.

🌀 Oct. 30 | 5:30–8 PM
NEW EXHIBIT
María: ¿Qué es un huracán? Exhibition Opening
Meet Manolo López and explore stories of food, care, and community after Hurricane María, and the storm Puerto Rico continues to weather.

🎃 Oct. 31 | 12:30–1:40 PM
FREE Halloween-Inspired Docent Tour
Explore the galleries with Ignaik Cruz. Costumes welcome, and every participant receives a treat! Registration required.

✨ Looking ahead Save the Date!: Nov. 7 | Noon–1:45 PM
MUSEUM MEMBERS ONLY: Art Encounter at the Museum. Discover how visual art can build meaningful connections, spark conversation, and bring people together through an interactive, inclusive experience.
Save these dates, tag your museum buddy, and RSVP through the link in our bio!

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09/27/2026

🎙️Exciting changes are coming to NMPRAC! 🇵🇷

From October 2026 through July 2027, our museum will undergo a major renovation, with the creation of a NEW Courtyard Atrium. We may close occasionally during construction, so please check our website or call ahead before planning your visit.

All closure notices will be placed on our social media platforms, newsletter, website, and Google.

Please note that NMPRAC will not be available for private rentals from Fall 2026 through all of 2027. Thank you for your patience and support as we prepare this new space for our community and visitors.

If you are interested in donating to our capital campaign, please DM us or email: [email protected]

🇵🇷WEPA!