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SYMPOSIUM: Caribbean Crossroads Keynote Address by Nobel Laureate Derek Walcott

In conjunction with the Caribbean: Crossroads of the World exhibition, El Museo del Barrio and The Studio Museum in Harlem present a three-day symposium bringing together scholars and practitioners from across the Caribbean and its diaspora. Continue reading

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West Harlem Art Fund Works With The Affordable Art Fair

The West Harlem Art Fund (WHAF) has been selected to create a site specific installation for the Affordable Art Fair this fall at the Tunnel. Continue reading

Caribbean: Crossroads of the World


Enjoy an interactive show of Caribbean: Crossroads of the World at the Studio Museum in Harlem. Continue reading

Pedro Paramo El Cafe en El Museo de Barrio

Regocíjate con el inusitado talento de Juan Rulfo, quien con narraciones fragmentadas,  diálogos imaginarios, visiones y relatos personales, describe la odisea de Juan Preciado, quien cumpliendo la promesa hecha a su madre en su lecho de muerte, parte hacia Comala para reclamarle a su padre, Pedro Páramo, lo que les pertenece.

Wednesday, November 3rd / 11:00 am – 1:00 pm @ El Cafe en El Museo de Barrio, 1230 Fifth Avenue / 104th Street. Admission: Free

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El Museo’s Day of the Day Celebration Kicks Off Halloween

Summer Nights at El Museo

Johnny Ray & Salsa con Clase

Thursday, July 29, 7:00pm – 9:00pm, El Teatro

Johnny Ray & Salsa con Clase has produced hits that salsa fans and dancers alike have enjoyed worldwide for the past thirty years. Today, it is one of the main driving forces on the salsa scene, performing at venues all over the world.

Sweet Electra
Thursday, August 5, 7:00pm – 9:00pm, El Rufo

Guadalajarans Nardiz and Giovanni’s Sweet Electra performs a blend of acid cabaret, deep house, and trip-hop beats with elements of jazz and bossa nova. Its 2002 debut album Lying To Be Sweet, packed with 1950’s Mexican rhythms with lyrics in Portuguese, French, Spanish, and English, was nominated for Best New Alternative Artist at the LBE Music Awards.

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Que Pasa at El Museo this weekend: June 17th-20th

Events

Summer Nights Free Concert Series

Thursdays, June 17–August 5, 7:00pm–9:00 pm
This annual free outdoor concert series will take place on eight consecutive Thursday evenings from June 17–August 5. Continue reading

El Museo Summer Programs 2010

Art

VISUAL ARTS

Exhibitions On-View

Retro/Active: The Work of Rafael Ferrer

On View June 8 – August 22, 2010

This retrospective covers the breadth and depth of Rafael Ferrer’s influential production over the last 55 years—an artistic journey that converses with a rich range of 20th century art, but always reflects his intelligent, mischievous, and ultimately Caribbean perspective. Retro/Active is part of El Museo’s FOCOS series, highlighting the achievements of mature, under-recognized artists. Continue reading

‘Super Sabado’ At El Museo

Arts

SUPER SABADO! Target Free Third Saturdays at El Museo AROUND THE BLOCK FROM EL MUSEO

Saturday, May 15, 2010, 11:00am – 8:30pm

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StoryCorps: Tell your story in Harlem

El Museo has partnered with StoryCorps to contribute to the largest oral history project in the nation. By recording our stories, we celebrate our history, honor our heritage, and capture the vibrant spirit of our Latino community. During a 40-minute session, participants converse with a loved one about a significant experience in their lives. Each conversation is recorded on a free CD to share, and is preserved at the Library of Congress.

Admission: FREE. To reserve a session, email public_programs@elmuseo.org. Space is limited.

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