Tomorrow Major League Wrestling’s fighters and CMLL luchadores will join in the festivities for Mexican Family Day this Saturday, May 11 at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Chicago.
Join us and celebrate Family Day, full of incredible local artists’ workshops and interactive experiences!
Sueños Music Festival is giving away two pairs of tickets for their sold-out event.
Salvador Andrade leads a collaborative workshop using found objects that draw inspiration from Mexican textiles.
Printmaker Atlan Arceo guides participants of all ages through a workshop on various print techniques.
The Mexican Consulate of Chicago is collaborating with us to share two stories from Home is Somewhere Else, directed by Carlos Hagerman and Jorge Villalobos, which is a unique and timely animated documentary that tells stories of immigrant youth, exploring each character’s inner world alongside their colorful hopes, and dreams for a better future.
Don’t miss our family workshop, Tell Me About Your Wings, to learn more about the traditional techniques of indigenous cultures in Mexico, such as the Wixárika, in commemoration of Jorge Marín’s sculpture Wings of Mexico.
Designed and led by Chicago artists, Family Day is a monthly program that allows families and youth to connect and engage with contemporary art through activities and performances for all-ages. Enjoy FREE admission while taking part in workshops, open studio sessions, gallery tours, performances, and more.