Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at the Museum

Sept. 15th – Oct. 15th, 2025

Discover an array of events and activities that showcase Hispanic art, music, and culture, and honor the rich diversity of Hispanic heritage.

Featured Artist
Ayoneceli Rodriguez Segura is a queer mixed media artist born in Mexico Tenochtitlan, or present-day Mexico City. Currently based in Phoenix, AZ. Ayo is focused on making art with their community and creating stories that uplift and create unity. Ayo takes inspiration from the vivid culture in Mexico, from the colors to the legends of Mesoamerica, curanderismo, and indigenous beliefs. Through their art, they aim to share the radiant and rich history of their culture. Check out Ayo’s work in the 3rd-floor Art Studio!

Sept. 3rd – 30th
Frida Kahlo was a Mexican artist known for her self-portraits. She said, “I paint myself because I know myself best.” Can you create a self-portrait by drawing yourself? Use the mirrors at our Star Bar to create your own self-portrait for Hispanic Heritage Month.

Sept. 16th – 21st
Celebrate the start of Hispanic Heritage Month by making your very own Papel Picado Banner in the Art Studio!

Sept. 23rd – 28th
Create a surrealist collage using the famous Spanish artist Salvador Dalí and his paintings as inspiration in the Art Studio.

Sept. 30th – Oct. 5th
Guatemalan Barriletes – Build your own colorful kite like those from the Giant Kite Festival in Guatemala.

Oct. 6th – 12th
Be inspired by Pablo Picasso in the Art Studio! Create a colorful collage using simple geometric shapes, string and more!

Oct. 3rd | 6:00pm (During Free First Friday Night)
Harmony Project Phoenix Concert

At this special concert, Harmony Project Phoenix proudly presents the talents of their young musicians from three vibrant ensembles. The ECO Program introduces early childhood students to the joy of music through a bilingual approach, using recycled materials to explore rhythm, melody, and creativity. The Mariachi Ensemble celebrates the rich traditions of Mexican music, bringing to life beloved songs that honor cultural identity and community pride. The Latino Caribeña Ensemble fills the stage with the lively rhythms of salsa, cumbia, and merengue, showcasing the diversity of Latin American and Caribbean sounds. Together, these ensembles embody Harmony Project Phoenix’s mission: building community, fostering culture, and transforming lives through the power of music. Learn more by visiting their website at https://harmonyprojectphx.org/

Oct. 11th 
Fiesta Mexicana Dance Company | 11:00am

Visitors will experience the beauty and joy of traditional folk dances from Mexico, Central America and South America with a performance by Fiesta Mexicana Dance Company, the official folkloric group for the City of Phoenix. Admission into this program is free with paid Museum admission.

Oct. 14th
Aguas Frescas with Edible Ed! | 10:30am & 12:00pm

Let’s wrap up Hispanic Heritage Month with a refreshing celebration! Join Edible Ed in the KIDchen to mash, mix, and sip your own delicious aguas frescas, a traditional fruit drink enjoyed across Latin America. This hands-on activity is a tasty way to honor culture, explore flavors, and celebrate together. Admission into this program is free with paid Museum admission. Space is limited. Please register at admissions upon arrival; first-come, first-served.

Oct. 15th
Merry Maracas | 1:00pm

Let’s wrap up Hispanic Heritage Month by celebrating music and tradition! Kids will learn about the cultural importance of maracas and their role in Latin music, then create their own colorful maraca to take home. It’s a lively way to honor heritage, spark creativity, and keep the rhythm of culture alive through hands-on play.