Hispanic Heritage Month, September 15 to October 15, celebrates the histories, cultures and contributions of Hispanic Americans whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America. We have planned a series of exciting events and activities to celebrate this month.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
FILM PROGRAMMING
Inwood Art Works and Hispanic Society Museum and Library present Film Works Alfresco at the Hispanic Society Museum and Library
All films in Spanish with English subtitles.
Thursday, September 5 – Live Music at 6pm. Film at 7pm
Pre-show performance by Xianix Barrera Flamenco.
Volver
111 minutes. Dramatic Comedy (2006, Spain).
Join us for an outdoor movie night to watch “Volver”, the story of a mother who returns to her hometown after her death in order to fix the situations she couldn’t resolve during her life. The film will have Spanish audio with English subtitles. Please note this film is not appropriate for younger audiences.
Thursday, September 12 – Live Music at 6pm. Film at 7pm
Pre-show performance by Rolando Briceño and his Afrovenezuelan Latin Jazz Big Band featuring special guest artist Adela Dalto.
Nosotros los Nobles (We are the Nobles)
Join us for an outdoor movie night to watch “Nosotros, los Nobles”, the story of three spoiled children who are cut off from their family fortune and forced to do the unthinkable: get jobs. The film will have Spanish audio with English subtitles.
108 minutes. Comedy (2013, Mexico).
Thursday, September 19 – Live Music at 6pm. Film at 7pm
Pre-show by The Metropolitan Opera.
Click this link to learn more about the life of Lorca at the Metropolitan Opera’s production of Ainadamar, running October 15 – Nov 9, 2024. Click this link if you would like to sign-up to receive information from the Met Opera on special discounts and upcoming performances.
La Casa de Bernarda Alba (The House of Bernarda Alba)
103 Minutes. Drama (1987, Spain).
Join us for the last of the outdoor movie night series to watch “La Casa de Bernarda Alba,” the story of a widow who takes control of the lives of their daughters in this story of repressed passions, based on the work of Federico García Lorca. The film will have Spanish audio with English subtitles.
NYC’s Only Free Outdoor Spanish Music and Movie Series.
ARTS ENGAGEMENT
October 19th, 2024 Day of the Dead celebration
Learn about the Dia de Los Muertos and spend an afternoon full of live music and artmaking presented by Mano a Mano: Mexican Culture Without Borders
EXHIBITIONS
A Collection Without Borders
Main Court Gallery | Broadway Between 155th & 156th Streets
25 July–20 October, 2024 | Thursday to Sunday: 12:00-5:00pm | Free admission
Píntame Angelitos Negros by Rose Deler
Audubon Terrace | Broadway Between 155th & 156th Streets
Opened August 28, 2024 | Daily 10:00am-6:00pm| Free admission
The Women of the Hispanic Society
Audubon Terrace | Broadway Between 155th & 156th Streets
Opened August 28, 2024 | Daily 10:00am-6:00pm| Free admission
Wearing Power: Luxury and Status in Ancient Iberia
Gallery 1 | Broadway Between 155th & 156th Streets
Opening 26 September, 2024 | Thursday to Sunday: 12:00-5:00pm | Free admission
SUPPORT
Become a Patron of Heritage by contributing to our Annual Fund in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month. Your contribution will enable us to serve as a free public museum and library, preserve our invaluable collections, and expand our public programs
