Arte Américas

On View June 4th-June 28th, 2026 Artist BioMilton Homann is a born and raised Spanish artist, currently living in California, although finished his studies in Germany. His main concentration within his artworks come from his Argentinian roots, specifically from Patagonia.This is where his influence and connection to the indigenous tribe, the Mapuches, comes from. The […]

A two-day workshop that invites students to explore themes of community, identity, and collaboration through art. Through collaborative planning and segmented painting technique students will develop a classroom mural that reflects their sharedvalues. Learning Goals Deliverable A classroom mural that visually represents what makes their own community meaningful. Anchor Texts Maybe Something BeautifulTheresa Howell & […]

A two-day workshop that introduces students to the life and art of Frida Kahlo. Students will create a self-portrait that celebrates identity and personal storytelling using tempera paint, oil pastels and acrylic markers. Learning Goals Deliverable Students will create an identity-based self-portrait inspired by Frida Kahlo’s expressive style and her surroundings. Anchor Texts Frida Kahlo […]

A two-day workshop that introduces students to sculpture-making through piñatas. Students will design and construct their own piñata using cartonería techniques. Learning Goals Deliverable Students will build a three-dimensional individual piñata using traditional techniques. Anchor Texts How to Stuff a PiñataBy Naibe ReynosoK-3 The Piñata StoryBy Lisa Zajur & Michel Zajur4-6 Timeframe Each workshop consists […]

A one-day workshop that introduces students to the importance of Día de Muertos. Through the creation of individual ofrendas, students will honor and remember loved ones using mixed media. Learning Goals Deliverable Students will understand the foundations of the history and traditions of Día de Muertos by creating an individual ofrenda. Anchor Texts The Ofrenda […]

Led by trained teaching artists, our In-School Program supports academic growth while fostering cultural pride, creativity, and community. Storytelling Read-alouds and guided discussions that uplift stories and student voices. Biliteracy Lessons offered in English and Spanish that strengthen language development. Culture Curriculum that honors Latine identity, diversity, and lived experiences. Arts Hands-on artmaking that develops […]

Educational programs designed to practice cultural affirmation and build meaningful experiences, while enhancing the enjoyment of artmaking. FOR FAMILIES BILINGUAL STORYTIME & ART WORKSHOP Bilingual storytelling, guided art activities, and cultural learning experiences designed for children and caregivers alike. Click to Learn More fOR aDULTS ARTE WORKSHOPS Explore a variety of artistic mediums, gain hands-on […]

Join us for the Artevismo Candle Workshop, inspired by migration journeys and the voices featured in the Humanizar Historias exhibition currently on view at Arte Américas. Participants will design a personalized candle/veladora by creating original artwork for the front and a meaningful written piece for the back, such as a statement, poem, or reflection connected […]

Join us for a bilingual reading of Julían es una sirena/Julian Is a Mermaid, where we will learn about Julián’s magical mermaid dreams and how family love helps him shine just as he is.  Following the story, we will create our own mermaid tails!  Admission to Arte is free for program participants.  Acompáñenos en una lectura bilingüe de Julían es una sirena/Julian Is a Mermaid, donde aprenderemos sobre los mágicos sueños de sirena de Julián y cómo el amor familiar le ayuda a brillar tal y como es.  Después de […]

Join us for the bilingaul reading of Barrio Rising: The Protest that Built Chicano Park/El barrio se levanta: La protesta que construyó el Parque Chicano where  we will listen to the story of how people in the community came together to create Chicano Park in San Diego, home to the largest outdoor mural collection in the U.S.  After the story, we will create our own mini murals!  Admission to Arte is free for program participants. […]