MAY 2007

MARIACHI FEST 2007!

Perla de México, Real Guadalajara, Las Alteñas
May 5, 2007 7:00 -10:30pm
Harris Theater at Millennium Park
205 E. Randolph
Ticket prices: $50, $40, $30

 

This exhibition seeks to further the
appreciation of contemporary Maya
textiles as works of art that reflect
the splendor and continuity of an
ancient culture across the centuries.

Exhibiton continues through May 27

   
VISUAL ARTS

De la Tierra y Los Cielos

Contemporary Icons, Works by Javier Chavira

March 15 - July 8, 2007

Using a fusion of Mexican catholic iconography and other aesthetic and cultural influences, Javier Chavira connects viewers with the mission of humanitarian visionaries through contemporary portraiture. Curated by the Kraft Foods Chicago Gallery Committee: Silvia Rivera, Oscar Sánchez and Gabriel Villa.

 
 
EDUCATION
On-Going Registration for Bilingual Summer Camp
During the month of July, children ages 7 to 11 have an opportunity to spend their summer learning about the diversity in the arts. This past year's Summer Camp  schedule included Spanish, yoga, traditional games, theatre, art history and photography. Fees are $250 per child. For reservations, and a full class schedule, please call 312-433-3950

On-Going Registration for Children’s Summer Art Classes
Basic art classes for children 4-6 years old, will be offered  July 30th to August 10th, Monday thru Friday, 10-12 pm.  For reservations and more information,  please call 312-433-3950

 
SPECIAL EVENTS

Cinco de Mayo Gala
Friday, May 4, 2007
5:30 – 10:00 PM
Fairmont Hotel
The Museum’s annual Cinco de Mayo Gala raises funds for the National Museum of Mexican Art’s educational programming and youth outreach initiatives: Radio Arte and Yollocalli Arts Reach.  At this years gala the Museum will be honoring Mr. Norman R. Bobins, President and Chief Executive Officer of LaSalle Bank Corporation with the first annual Arthur R. Velasquez Corporate Service Award.  For more information please call Sophia Kintis at 312-433-3916.
Gala Chair: The Boeing Company
Gala Vice Chairs: Davis Bank Corp. and Kraft Foods