Join the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Latino at LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes for a FREE, fun-filled evening to celebrate community storytelling and the preservation of family histories. Learn how the National Museum of the American Latino can build a museum that honors the dreams, challenges, and triumphs of U.S. Latinos, elevating our stories within the nation’s narrative. The program will feature hands-on activities and interactive tabling with local community-based organizations. Light bites and refreshments will be available. 

Event Highlights | 6pm to 9pm 

• “Try-It!” Tesoros and Tiliches: Preserving your Family Heritage — Learn how to prevent damage to your precious family heirlooms. 

• Interactive Tables — Meet local community-based organizations to learn about their work and resources. 

Plática | 7pm to 8pm 

Los Angeles community leaders will join the National Museum of the American Latino to discuss their efforts to preserve local histories through art, community building, and foodways. The conversation will feature Cynthia Gonzalez, Salvies Who Lunch; Paulina Lopez Velasquez, Guelaguetza Restaurant; and Guadalupe Rosales, Veteranas and Rucas. 

Registration is highly recommended through the link below.  

For questions, contact [email protected]. 

The National Museum of the American Latino is grateful for General Motors’ support of the Molina Family Latino Gallery’s General Motors Learning Lounge and its Learning Program.