Where art and culture come alive - Centro Cultural Aztlan (original) (raw)
Through honoring our loved ones who have past.
Where art and culture come alive. . .
by giving thanks and praise.
Where art and culture come alive. . .
Through honoring our loved ones who have past.
Where art and culture come alive. . .
Through honoring our loved ones who have past.
Where art and culture come alive. . .
by sharing what we've made.
Where art and culture come alive. . .
Through honoring our loved ones who have past.
Where art and culture come alive. . .
Through honoring our loved ones who have past.
Where art and culture come alive. . .
commenting on whats around us creatively.
Where art and culture come alive. . .
through supporting one another.
Where art and culture come alive. . .
through learning about our history.
Where art and culture come alive. . .
through connecting with community.
MISSION
Centro Cultural Aztlan is a community based-organization with a mission to preserve, develop and promote Chicano/Latino art and culture. The center presents an array of cultural activities that encourages and supports artistic creativity, preserves our local heritage, and makes the arts more widely available to residents of all backgrounds, ages and interests.
ANNUAL PROGRAMMING
While there are diverse events that take place at Centro Cultural Aztlan We have tried and true year round programing for the whole family to enjoy.
This exhibit commemorates the signing of the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo on February 2, 1848 which ended the Mexico/U.S. War and established the new American southwest and the Mexican American Community.
Our annual Superhero Exhibition is designed for students from kinder to 12th grade to create artwork that is based on Real-Life Heroes, Comic Book Art, Anime, Mythological Figures, or a positive role model they know and admire.
Since 1977, Centro Cultural has opened its doors to tourists and residents to take part in the biggest and oldest Dia de los Muertos Celebration paying tribute to this ancient tradition.
Artists and artisans from San Antonio and across Tejas offer their unique handmade gifts, original prints, paintings, sculptures, furniture jewelry, textiles, and artesania during this annual Holiday Market.
El Gran Dia de Los Artistas promises to be an explosion of creativity in the Deco District showcasing live music, Arts and Craft market, art demonstrations, exhibits, and live painting.
Get your taste buds ready for one of the most deliciously unique fundraising events you will ever attended.
This annual exhibition takes place every March to celebrate National Women’s Month and aims to raise the visibility of women artists working to develop their careers and expand their artistic expressions.
Galería Expresión
The Galería Expresión is a spacious 2500/SF professional gallery and one of Centro Aztlan’s oldest and most visible programs. The community enjoys 6-8 yearly exhibits of varying genres and artists while encouraging those who are just beginning as they collaborate on various projects. These group shows give more than 350 visual artists a year the opportunity to undergo professional review by a large audience and an entree into art markets that otherwise would be closed to them.
"Mask of Death and Rebirth" by Valerie Chagolla
part of the Generations, Past, Present , and Future exhibit March 2019
Painting by Mario Garza
Part of the exhibit Flor y Corazon. June 6, 2019
See You, See Me, Say She, Say He by Lenise Perez-Miller
Clay and Fiber. Part of the Rural Charm/ Encanto Rural Exhibit. July 12, 2019
Detail of Mixed Media piece by Jorge Garza
Part of the Flor Y Corazon Exhibit June 6, 2019
Painting by Alexandra Nelipa
Part of "Egg as an Objet D'Art" Exhibit. April 5, 2019
"Chicano Feelings" by Sara Castillo
Embrodery on fabric. 2019 Part of the Segundo de Febrero Exhibit February 2, 2019
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Still Life with Watermelon by Victor Tello
Part of the "Stitches" Exhibit. September 12, 2019
OUR HISTORY
Centro Cultural Aztlan was established in 1977, by a group of young community organizers active in the Chicano movement and eager to extend its message of pride and empowerment.
The vision of those that founded Centro Cultural Aztlan was to build upon the tradition of Chicano and Indigenous culture by creating programs that would involve local artists and increase public awareness of their work.
Participants in our programs represent the full spectrum of the arts: poets and other writers, performing artists, musicians, as well as visual artists.Some are students; others are emerging professionals. Whether they perform their work on stage or hang it on the wall, we provide them with the means of expression: materials and instruction or display space, an open mike or a festival stage.
Centro Cultural Aztlan provides a venue for established and emerging artists, local residents and visitors to participate in cultural activities that include fine-arts exhibits, discussions, literary events and community pride celebrations designed to enrich and inspire.
Get Involved
There are many ways you can support the our exciting programing
DONATE
Support Centro Cultural Aztlan with your tax-deductible donation today! Your contribution will help us continue our mission to preserve, develop and promote Chicano/Latino art and culture.
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VOLUNTEER
INTERN
Gain valuable experience working with Centro Cultural Aztlan’s Executive Director, Arts Program Manager, community volunteers, and partner organizations while assisting with the planning, preliminary logistics, and outreach efforts for the center’s programming.
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SUBMIT
your idea for an exhibit.
PARTICIPATE
as an artist in our annual programs.
If you are an artist and would like to apply for our exhibits you can download the applications here:
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APPLY
Want to sell your wears at our next market? Or perhaps you prepare some really great eats. Become a vendor and be part of our next event.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
We got lots going on so check back regularly to see whats happening.
Centro Cultural Aztlan is pleased to present the 16th annual Mujeres de Aztlan exhibition, titled Mujeres de Fuerza/Women of Strength. Through this annual exhibition that celebrates International Women’s Day, Centro Cultural Aztlan aims to raise the visibility of women artists working to develop their careers and expand their artistic expressions. The Annual Mujeres de Aztlan […]
Centro Cultural Aztlan has produced and presented the annual Segundo de Febrero exhibit since 1977 in an effort to preserve Mexican American history and culture. This exhibit commemorates the signing of the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo, and focuses on the ever-ongoing Mexican American experience in the United States. After the ending of the U.S. Mexican […]
“Am I not here who am your mother” Coatlaxopeuh to Cuauhtlatuohac, (Juan Diego) 1531 On the hill of Tepeyac On December 12, 1531, on a hill called Tepeyac in Mexico, a middle age Indian named Juan Diego saw a vision of a lady whose garments gleamed of light, color and splendor. She spoke in the […]
Centro Cultural Aztlan is pleased to continue the tradition in presenting its 48th annual Día de los Muertos with a dual exhibition. In Galeria Expresión I we are featuring “Altares y Ofrendas Exhibit”, our annual exhibit featuring altares by: Phillip Andrade & Diana Martinez, Bianca Arguellez Garcia, Nanette Freyre & Marcie Trevino Ripper, Rita Maria […]
Our Staff
Centro Cultural Aztlan has a 35-year history of producing and presenting high quality artistic events. Our full-time staff includes:
Malena Gonzalez-Cid
Executive Director since 1987
Malena's responsibilities entail overseeing all organizational, fiscal and programmatic requirements of the center. To contact her please email her at: ccaztlan@swbell.net
Ruth M Guajardo
Arts Program Manager
Ms. Guajardo’s knowledge and expertise allows her to carry out responsibilities for the effective presentation of the multidisciplinary programs presented by Centro Aztlan. To contact her please email her at: centroaztlan@sbcglobal.net
Mil Gracias
Funding for our programs is made possible through the generous support of the City of San Antonio:
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