The Appleton Museum of Art, College of Central Florida, will celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a full schedule of events. National Hispanic Heritage Month is annually celebrated Sept. 15-Oct. 15.
The Appleton will observe the month-long holiday with a series of special events that honor the contributions and influence of Hispanic Americans to the history, culture and achievements of the United States. In addition, a new exhibition curated from the permanent collection, “Sintiendo la Exposición,” is on view through Jan. 8. Installed in the second-floor Preview Gallery, see works by modern and contemporary Argentinian, Cuban and Mexican artists. Sculptures, photographs, prints, drawings and paintings are included.
Thursday, Sept. 15, 6 p.m. – Maharajah Flamenco Trio Concert
Enjoy a performance in the Appleton auditorium by the award-winning Maharajah Flamenco Trio. Be the first to hear them perform their new song, “Escucha el Mar” (Listen to the Sea), inspired by a work of art from the Appleton collection. Tickets are $30 and can be purchased at AppletonMuseum.org, or in person at the Visitor Services desk. Cash bar available during event.
Sunday, Sept. 18, 2 p.m. – “Latin American Music: Discovery Through Sounds”
Join Dr. Welson Tremura and Grammy-winning Dr. José Valentino for an interactive presentation on the historical and cultural elements of Latin American music traditions, what makes them distinctive, and their characteristics. The presentation consists of a performance of vibrant musical styles from the Hispanic southern cone, Brazil, and the Caribbean region with a positive view of the importance and richness of its history. Admission is free.
Free First Saturday, Oct. 1, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. – Hispanic Heritage Festival
Visit the museum on Free First Saturday for a special event, co-hosted by CF Student Affairs, in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. Enjoy free admission to the museum all day, art activities, face-painting, information booths by Hispanic-owned businesses, food trucks, music and more! All activities are free as part of Free First Saturday. Vendor booths will begin closing at 4 p.m..
Saturday, Oct. 8, 11 a.m. – “Treasures from Aztlan: Hispanic Women’s Voices”
Join oral historian, writer and podcaster Dr. Rebecca Dominguez-Karimi for a talk on how Hispanic women view issues of race and ethnicity in their lives. This talk includes an audiovisual presentation, oral histories and local Hispanic history. Admission is free.