• Soy Boricua Exhibit Opening

      The National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture 3015 W Division Street, Chicago, IL, United States

      The National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts and Culture is honored to work with our incredibly talented local Boricua Artists in celebration of Women’s History Month for a collective exhibition. In the spirit of collaboration and inclusivity, NMPRAC strives to highlight our outstanding Boricua artists, while showcasing their extraordinary gifts through their artistic creations. This exhibition […]

    • Youth Painting Workshop (ages 12-17)

        The National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture 3015 W Division Street, Chicago, IL, United States

        The National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts and Culture is excited to offer a youth painting workshop for only $10, thanks to the generous donations of visitors who help keep our Museum free and programming affordable to all. Vanessa Sandoval is a contemporary artist and business owner of Namart Designs (website link). She was born […]

        $10
      • Artist Talk with Raul Ortiz Bonilla

        Artist Talk with Raul Ortiz Bonilla

          The National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture 3015 W Division Street, Chicago, IL, United States

          10:30 AM Español (Spanish) OR 12:30 PM English (Inglés) Come and be a part of an engaging artist discussion with Raul Ortiz Bonilla. He will delve into the inspiration behind his art and share his unique painting approach that focuses on the use of dots (puntos). Don't miss this opportunity to gain insights into the […]

          FREE
        • Artist Talk with Raul Ortiz Bonilla

          Artist Talk with Raul Ortiz Bonilla

            The National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture 3015 W Division Street, Chicago, IL, United States

            10:30 AM Español (Spanish) OR 12:30 PM English (Inglés) Come and be a part of an engaging artist discussion with Raul Ortiz Bonilla. He will delve into the inspiration behind his art and share his unique painting approach that focuses on the use of dots (puntos). Don't miss this opportunity to gain insights into the […]

            FREE
          • Family Art Workshop

              The National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture 3015 W Division Street, Chicago, IL, United States

              Lorimar Matos's art is truly inspiring, and her passion for creating Vejigante masks is contagious! This is a great way to learn about the art of Vejigante masks, and to appreciate Puerto Rican culture. We encourage families to come enjoy this art project together. This is an all-ages family event. Children must be accompanied by […]

              $10
            • Freestyle Art

              Freestyle Art

                The National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture 3015 W Division Street, Chicago, IL, United States

                Join us for Mental Health Awareness Month to doodle, color, and re-create your interpretation of our artworks. We welcome you to come and express yourself through art.

                Free
              • Free Docent Led Tour

                  The National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture 3015 W Division Street, Chicago, IL, United States

                  At the National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts and Culture (NMPRAC), we recognize the healing power of art, which is why we prioritize keeping our exhibitions and museum free and accessible to all. Studies have demonstrated the positive effects of visiting art museums on one's mental health. As we highlight Mental Health Awareness Month, we […]

                  FREE
                • Freestyle Art

                  Freestyle Art

                    The National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture 3015 W Division Street, Chicago, IL, United States

                    Join us for Mental Health Awareness Month to doodle, color, and re-create your interpretation of our artworks. We welcome you to come and express yourself through art.

                    Free
                  • Freestyle Art

                    Freestyle Art

                      The National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture 3015 W Division Street, Chicago, IL, United States

                      Join us for Mental Health Awareness Month to doodle, color, and re-create your interpretation of our artworks. We welcome you to come and express yourself through art.

                      Free
                    • Self-Portrait Collage Workshop

                        The National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture 3015 W Division Street, Chicago, IL, United States

                        Unleash your imagination and dive into the vibrant world of collage. Learn about Puerto Rican artists who use self-portraits and collages to express themselves and social issues.

                        Free
                      • 23rd Annual Barrio Arts Festival

                          The National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture 3015 W Division Street, Chicago, IL, United States

                          This festival showcases the local Puerto Rican community's art and culture, offering live performances, art workshops, handmade artisanal crafts, and tantalizing delicacies.

                          Free
                        • Resistencia y Libertá por Bombazo Wear

                          The National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture 3015 W Division Street, Chicago, IL, United States

                          Bomba music and dance provide  resistance, self-expression, and community building for Afro-Puerto Ricans. This exhibit displays the evolution of bomba attire since the 17th century.

                        • Esmeralda Santiago Book Launch of “Las Madres”

                            The National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture 3015 W Division Street, Chicago, IL, United States

                            A powerful novel of family, race, faith, sex, and disaster between Puerto Rico and the Bronx, revealing the lives and loves of five women and the secret that binds them together.

                            $30
                          • 10th Annual Raices Gala

                              Galleria Marchetti 825 W Erie St, Chicago, IL, United States

                              Can you believe it? It's been a decade of celebrating Puerto Rican arts and culture at the Raices Gala! Each year we bring together corporate, civic, and philanthropic leaders from the Puerto Rican community and beyond. And each year, we honor individuals and organizations who have exemplified a commitment to preserving our cultural heritage. Since […]

                              $200
                            • Celebrating 100 Years of Rafael Tufiño at ICP

                              The National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture 3015 W Division Street, Chicago, IL, United States

                              Master artist Tufiño used his art to shed light on the marginalized stories and contributions of everyday Afro-Puerto Ricans, earning him the moniker of the “Painter of the People."

                            • Navi Arts

                                The National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture 3015 W Division Street, Chicago, IL, United States

                                Support local artisans, artists, and craft makers while jumpstarting your Christmas shopping and enjoy music, delicious beverages, scrumptious food, and free family art workshops!

                                Free
                              • Ornament Making Workshop

                                  The National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture 3015 W Division Street, Chicago, IL, United States

                                  Enjoy a creative and inclusive atmosphere, making unique ornaments with different materials, adding a personal touch to your holiday decor. All ages are welcomed, children must be supervised by parent/guardian.

                                  Free
                                • Arte de La Borinqueña – Women’s History Month

                                  The National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture 3015 W Division Street, Chicago, IL, United States

                                  The National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts and Culture is excited to announce our new collaborative exhibition, Arte de La Borinqueña, by Creator Edgardo Miranda-Rodriguez, on display from March 2 - October 26, 2024. The public opening will be on March 2, 2024, from 10 am - 2 pm and will include a “Meet and Greet” […]

                                • Puerto Rican Archives: Preserving Community Memory Symposium

                                  The National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture 3015 W Division Street, Chicago, IL, United States

                                  Puerto Rican Archives: Preserving Community Memory is a two-day symposium focused on the political potency of Puerto Rican archives—both on the island and in the diaspora. The symposium is a collaboration between Digitizing the Barrio (an archival project of the Puerto Rican Cultural Center), The National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts and Culture, and the […]

                                • Puerto Rican Archives: Preserving Community Memory Symposium

                                  The National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture 3015 W Division Street, Chicago, IL, United States

                                  Puerto Rican Archives: Preserving Community Memory is a two-day symposium focused on the political potency of Puerto Rican archives—both on the island and in the diaspora. The symposium is a collaboration between Digitizing the Barrio (an archival project of the Puerto Rican Cultural Center), The National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts and Culture, and the […]