Event Calendar
February 2012
"Loíza in Chicago"
Monday 01/20/12 6:00 PM - 03/16/12 6:00 PM
We invite you to explore "Loíza in Chicago" at the PRAA cultural center exhibit space located at 3000 N. Elbridge, from 9am?5pm Tuesday through Friday, 10am-2pm Saturday and Sunday, closed on Mondays. Please call us at 773.342.8865 for group visits.
PRAA proudly presents its inaugural exhibition at our new cultural center and takes Loiza on a road trip that is FREE and open to the public?Loíza in PRAA Cultural Center: Logan Square, Loiza in Douglas Park and Loiza in South Shore Cultural Center.
Loíza in Chicago is a travelling exhibition that explores the West African and Spanish history of the Vejigante tradition of Puerto Rico. This colorful exhibition features the art making of Caribbean costumes and masks, accompanied by the sounds & rhythms of Afro-Caribbean drums and dances that are central to the annual carnival celebration in the coastal town of Loíza, Puerto Rico.
Program partner AfriCaribe and other renowned cultural experts will conduct future scheduled music and dance workshops. Please call 773-342-8865 or log on to www.praachicago.org for invited workshop guests, activity schedules and other project updates.
April 2012
Beyond Baseball: The Life of Roberto Clemente
Saturday 04/7/12 - 06/3/12
The baseball diamond has produced legendary athletes who have broken records and shattered barriers. But for many, Roberto Clemente is the most inspiring of all. With a cannon arm and lightning speed, he was an outstanding ballplayer. But the Puerto Rico native was also a dedicated humanitarian.
PRAA, in collaboration with the Smithsonian Latino Center, the Clemente family, and the Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico are pleased to present Beyond Baseball: The Life of Roberto Clemente as a tribute to this monumental figure's outstanding achievements on the field and off.
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