Top Ways To Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month In Houston
Carnegie Neighborhood Library & Center for Learning
1050 Quitman St.
Houston, TX 77009
(832) 393-1720
www.houstonlibrary.org
Date: Oct. 9, 2014 at 6 p.m.
The Houston Public Library system is partnering with the Houston Metropolitan Research Center to present an exhibit focusing on Northside, one of the city of Houston's oldest neighborhoods and one which has had a strong Hispanic community for more than a century. Historic photographs, maps and other documents will be on display to show how this area and its residents helped to shape the city through civil rights movements, working and fighting in WWII, and supporting the railroad and shipping industries. City Councilman Ed Gonzalez will speak at the opening of this exhibit on October 9.
Remembering Luis Jiménez: A Renowned Tejano Sculptor and His Work
Heights Neighborhood Library
1302 Heights Blvd.
Houston, TX 77008
(832) 393-1810
www.houstonlibrary.org
Date: Oct. 8, 2014 at 6:30 p.m.
Luis Jimenez was the Tejano sculptor who created the Vaquero art installation at Moody Park through the help of the City of Houston and the National Endowment of the Arts, commissioned through the Art in Public Places program. Come to the Heights Neighborhood Library to learn a bit more about this figure in local Hispanic art through a lecture by University of Houston Art Professor Delilah Montoya. Learn more about his life growing up in Texas and how he was drawn to art and created artwork throughout his life until his passing in 2006.
5230 Center St.
Houston, TX 77007
(713) 426-4544
www.newworldmuseum.org
This museum is dedicated to the study and promotion of Hispanic art in the Houston area. The museum features traditional and contemporary art and has a mission that also focuses on promoting scholastic research of Hispanic culture and heritage. One of the museum's goals is to preserve Hispanic culture for future generations through lectures, special events and creating partnerships between Hispanic artists and the community. The museum is free of charge and open Thursdays through Sundays. Make sure to check out this museum in our own backyard – and one of the only museums of its kind in the country!
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Institute of Hispanic Culture of Houston
3315 Sul Ross
Houston, TX 77098
(713) 528-1492
www.ihch.org
Date: Oct. 4, 2014 at 6:30 p.m.
Straight from the Andalucia region of Spain comes the traditional style of flamenco dance and music led by Bianca Antonia and her dance troupe Flamenco Andaluz. Come and check out this beautiful, expressive form of dance in the intimate Keith Jones Hall at IHCH. Other dance artists involved with the production include Marisol Monasterio, Liza Fernandez and Daniel Olvarez. You won't want to miss this evening of traditional flamenco combined with cante jondo (a specialized form of singing). Space is limited; reservations are encouraged.
The Junior League of Houston
1811 Briar Oaks Lane
Houston, TX 77027
(713) 528-1492
www.ihch.org
Date: Oct. 10, 2014 at 8 p.m.
The Institute of Hispanic Culture of Houston has been dedicated to supporting Hispanic culture across the city of Houston for nearly 50 years. Since 1965, the institute has awarded more than 1.5 millions dollars in scholarships to deserving Houston students and educators who seek to pursue degrees and other educational endeavors studying Hispanic culture and history. The annual gala, held in October, not only celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month, but reminds us of the initial landing of Christopher Columbus in the new world. Reservations are required for this event.
