Latinx Heritage Programming 2025

September 15 to October 15 marks National Hispanic American Heritage Month. In celebration of our rich cultural diversity, MOLAA is offering a series of special programs and digital resources for the public. From art to culture to food and customs, we’ve got you covered. Please note that during this season, we are incredibly busy and programing opportunities book up very early – sometimes even months in advance! To secure your spot for any of our virtual offerings, we recommend that you reach out to tours@molaa.org a minimum of one month prior to your desired event date.   

Are you part of an Employee Resource Group or Corporate entity? Ask about our special virtual tours and lectures geared toward fostering an inclusive and safe space for conversation around Latinx art and culture! Pricing available upon request.   

Are you a K-12 educator, mental health provider, or a not-for-profit community leader? We have discounted rates for those working to uplift the community through educational and non-profit initiatives. Please also be sure to check out our Evening for Educators Series for year-round content.  

For onsite, local events related to Latinx Heritage Month with MOLAA, including our annual Day of the Dead Festival, please visit our Events Calendar.

To book any of the following options below, please email Tours@molaa.org.

Live, Expert-led Virtual Tours*

(Crafted to suit all ages)

“THE ENDLESS SPIRAL: BETSABEÉ ROMERO” A PRESENTATION BASED ON THE OFFICIAL COLLATERAL EVENTS OF THE 60TH International Art Exhibition - VENICE BIENNIAL.

(45-60 minute live virtual tour of our 3D rendered gallery)

The Museum of Latin American Art is pleased to present “The Endless Spiral” a research project and solo show presentation on the topic of migration by the Mexican artist BetsabeéRomero (Mexico, b.1963. In this presentation, we explore the experience of being a foreigner in the world and from the perspective of many who lack territory to seek refuge and survive. Join us on this journey toward a vision of a space where all can enter and inhabit.

Zoom Meeting: Up to 100 Guests
Zoom Webinar: Up to 500 Guests 

Herland: The Creation of Latin American Artists

(45-60 minute live virtual tour of our 3D rendered gallery)

This exhibition reflects the diverse creative and philosophical ways of thinking and redefining today’s world through the vision of a group of internationally recognized women artists. Their contributions extend beyond the modern and contemporary art community, offering a profound exploration of diversity and identity that transcends borders. These artists, from different generations and cultural backgrounds, create connections between experiences and worlds, opening pathways to new perspectives. Hand in hand with artists such as Leonora Carrington, Doris Salcedo, Ana Mendieta, Patssi Valdez, Betsabee Romero,  Yolanda Gonzalez, Raquel Paiewonsky, Maria Bonomi and Belkis Ayón Manso, we assist the feminine search through art as a constant and current interpellation where questions can be glimpsed in each portrait, scene, object, strangeness, generated by the dialogue with the intimate inventory in the modern and contemporary scene.

Zoom Meeting: Up to 100 Guests
Zoom Webinar: Up to 500 Guests

Abstract Art: Beyond the Frame

(45-60 minute live virtual tour of our 3D rendered gallery)

Most works of art have frames because they serve a useful purpose, separating the realm of creation from the everyday world. But the frame is also a limitation, not only on creation, but also on perception. What happens if we stretch the boundaries? Join us as we explore abstract art from the MOLAA permanent collection!

Zoom Meeting: Up to 100 Guests
Zoom Webinar: Up to 500 Guests

More options available. Inquire today.

Live, Virtual Lecture Series

(45-60 minutes, appropriate for all ages)

Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)

is an ancient celebration observed throughout Mexico and in some Central American and South American regions. During the holiday, people remember and honor their ancestors and deceased loved ones. Indigenous observance of the days of the dead pre-dates the arrival of the Spanish to the Americas. Join us as we explore the rich history and tradition of Day of the Dead, learn about the elements that comprise a traditional ofrenda/altar, and try your hand at crafting your very own Calavera poem!

THE FOUNDATIONS OF MEXICAN FOLKLORICO PERFORMANCE

(45 – 60 minutes, appropriate for all ages)

Baile Folklorico or "Ballet Folklorico" refers to the folk dances practiced in the villages of Latin America. Mexican Ballet Folklorico is a dance style with a vibrant and complex history as the country of Mexico itself.

Mexican Ballet Folklorico was developed shortly after the Mexican Revolution to establish a new national identity. What was once a collection of a few dances practiced in villages across Mexico, developed into a cultural marker of Mexican identity encompassing 2,000 dances dating back more than a hundred years and thousands of songs, costumes, and gritos that showcase the traditions of each region they represent. In this lecture, we will dive deeper into the rich history and foundations of Mexican Folklorico Performance by discussing the texts, costumes, sones and zapateados of prominent folklorico regions like Jalisco, Nuevo Leon, Veracruz, and Sinaloa.

Live, Artist-Guided Online Art Workshop with Sebastian Duran (In Person or Online!)

Drawing Figures

Join us for a one and a half hour workshop on the art of drawing figures. Whether you are a seasoned artist looking to hone your skills or a beginner seeking to develop your artistic talents, this class will provide you with the fundamentals of creating realistic and expressive figure drawings. You'll learn how to use graphite to create texture, shading, and depth, and explore the possibilities of this versatile medium.

Suggested Materials:

18x24 Strathmore 400 Series Drawing paper, Wolff's Carbon 6B pencil, Kneaded eraser, Sanding Block, Mono Eraser, Blending stumps.

Virtual through Zoom up to 50 guests
In person – subject to availability.

Live, In Person Children’s Workshops!

Interested in MOLAA coming to YOU? Ask about our mobile hands-on art workshops! Pricing subject to the number of guests served and location. Southern California ONLY. Reservations are limited!

Other Resources

To celebrate Latinx Heritage Month all year, please check out our online library of one-on-one interviews with pioneering Latinx and Latin American artists for free!

MOLAA Zoom Project Library

Each chapter features a conversation between remarkable artists from Latin America and Latinx in the U.S. and our MOLAA Chief Curator, Gabriela Urtiaga. Together they focus on a series of specific artworks which requires a close inspection, a deliberate process of contemplation, and exploration; delving into the ideas surrounding the creation of the works, their sources of research and inspiration, in an effort to immerse the community in the world of the artists, including Patssi Valdez (USA), Marta Minujín (Argentina), Linda Vallejo (USA), rafa esparza (USA), Carlos Martiel (Cuba), Harry Gamboa Jr. (USA), Judy Baca (USA), Gabriella Sánchez (USA), Alexandre Arrechea (Cuba), Yvonne Venegas (Mexico), and Andrea Pereira (Bolivia). Each interview analyzed and presented an overview of the contemporary art scene for Latino/a/x and Latin American artists. The complete list of the 60 minutes sessions is archived on the MOLAA website.