Building a New Museum

The Smithsonian is building the National Museum of the American Latino to recognize Latino history and culture in the United States. Learn more about the American Latino Museum.

Latino History is U.S. History

The contributions and experiences of Latinos in the United States are an essential part of our nation's history and culture. The National Museum of the American Latino will showcase the achievements and contributions of Latinos to American history.

National Museum of the American Latino, 2023.
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Join Us in Making History

Now more than ever, we need your support to bring the National Museum of the American Latino to life. Join us on this incredible journey as we build a world-class destination that centers and celebrates the Latino experience as essential to the American narrative. Together, we can illuminate the full American story for all and inspire future generations.

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Join us in exploring how Latino History is American History. The Molina Family Latino Gallery’s inaugural exhibition, "¡Presente! A Latino History of the United States" is an introduction to critical concepts, moments, and biographies that shine a light on the historical and cultural legacy of U.S. Latinas and Latinos.

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© Tony Powell for the Smithsonian National Museum of the American Latino.

Exhibitions

Explore the Latino museum's exhibitions!

Entrance to the "Collidoscope de la Torre Retro Perspective exhibition
Photo by Philipp Rittermann
Collidoscope: de la Torre Retro Perspective

The traveling exhibition brings together a selection of works that are representative of the artistic and exploratory trajectory of Einar and Jamex de la Torre.

 
Wheelchair with hearing aids floating on top of it with background of Disability Pride Flag in crayon textured colors.
Adriana Morales-Díaz, 2023
Thriving in Diversity

Did you know that 1 in 6 Latinos in the U.S. has a disability? Learn about the community of Latinas and Latinos with disabilities in the U.S!​

 
Black and white portrait of a Latino man on the left and Latina woman on the right. White text reading “Somos” in the center.
Somos, Alberto Ferreras, 2021. National Museum of the American Latino.  
Exploring Latino Diversity

What does it mean to be Latino? To be Hispanic? To be Latinx? What does it mean to be American? Join us to learn about the complexity and diversity of Latino identity.

 

Sharing Latino History and Culture

The American Latino Museum increases access to Latino art, history, and culture through public programs, educational materials, and career and leadership development. 

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Expresiones: An Evening with the John Santos Sextet and Hugo Cruz and Caminos
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Baird Auditorium | 10th St. & Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20560
Storytime: “Raigón Puertorriqueño: La diáspora puertorriqueña introducida para niños”
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GM Learning Lounge
Storytime: “The Interesting and Exciting Vacation Plan of Mailys”
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GM Learning Lounge
Storytime: "Mani Semilla Finds Her Quetzal Voice"
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GM Learning Lounge