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The Mexic-Arte Museum has partnered with the Mexico City-based Colectivo Ultima Hora to create four fiberglass skulls that have been painted by four Austin-based artists: Ruben Esquivel, NIZ, Carmen Rangel, and Ryan Runcie. These artists have created imagery relating to Republic Square's history, a central point for the city's diverse communities. This space has hosted […]
"Austin: A Lens Through Time" is an immersive educational workshop documenting Austin’s unique cultural landmarks under the threat of gentrification and displacement. Using black and white analog film and the nearly forgotten art of darkroom processing, we aim to preserve Austin’s heritage while teaching participants the essentials of 35mm film photography. This workshop invites photographers […]
The Mexic-Arte Museum has partnered with the Mexico City-based Colectivo Ultima Hora to create four fiberglass skulls that have been painted by four Austin-based artists: Ruben Esquivel, NIZ, Carmen Rangel, and Ryan Runcie. These artists have created imagery relating to Republic Square's history, a central point for the city's diverse communities. This space has hosted […]
Future Visionaries: The Next Generation of Artists in Austin Where are Austin’s creative youth steering the future of art? Dive into the minds of our most ambitious teenagers and see the world through their vibrant lens. In a society emerging from a pandemic and navigating a tech-saturated landscape, their unique perspectives are more vital than […]
The Mexic-Arte Museum has partnered with the Mexico City-based Colectivo Ultima Hora to create four fiberglass skulls that have been painted by four Austin-based artists: Ruben Esquivel, NIZ, Carmen Rangel, and Ryan Runcie. These artists have created imagery relating to Republic Square's history, a central point for the city's diverse communities. This space has hosted […]
4th FRIDAYS BOSSA NOVA THREE YEAR ANNIVERSARY NOV 22! Brazilian artist Paula Maya is the 2024 Global Music Awards Silver Medal Winner in the category Best Instrumentalist. She's from Rio de Janeiro's South Zone, the birthplace of Bossa Nova. On Nov 22nd her monthly 1 hour set residency at the renowned Sahara Lounge will be […]
Your favorite reading series I Scream Social is back, baby! Join us at Alienated Majesty on August 23rd (& fourth Fridays on after) for a great time! Hosted by Host Publications editors Annar & Claire, I Scream Social is a monthly feminist reading series based in Austin, Texas. Our mission is to create a welcoming […]
This multidisciplinary production tells the story of Oshun, the Yoruba deity of fertility, beauty, and love. Through Afro-Latin dance and music, witness the power, passion, and generosity of Oshun, who, despite being underestimated for her soft, feminine nature, remains one of the most resilient Orishas of the Yoruba pantheon. Oshun embodies the voice and strength […]
Event Description: This November, Beerthoven's recurring guest quartet Invoke will take you on an exploration into the many meanings of Roots: the origins of the string quartet itself, the roots-music influence present throughout the history of classical music, and Invoke’s own roots in the string quartet genre. Featuring Haydn’s buoyant Op. 20 No. 2, alongside […]
The Mexic-Arte Museum has partnered with the Mexico City-based Colectivo Ultima Hora to create four fiberglass skulls that have been painted by four Austin-based artists: Ruben Esquivel, NIZ, Carmen Rangel, and Ryan Runcie. These artists have created imagery relating to Republic Square's history, a central point for the city's diverse communities. This space has hosted […]
For over 26 years, this unique Austin event has featured hundreds of Native American dancers, singers, musicians, artists and craftsmen. Friends, food, art and culture are enjoyed throughout the day. The songs and dances you will experience are not only based on ancient traditions but are also living cultural expressions of creativity and innovation. Thousands […]
OPEN HOUSE every Saturday when center is open! Tourists and Visitors enjoy free Puerto Rican coffee, conversation & display of traditional music, dance, and cultural arts programs. Bendicion, community elders! We are especially excited to see you! Open house includes a free tour of the center and a souvenir photo with company and students for […]
