

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at the Museum
September 18 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
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.
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 famous Spanish artist, Salvador Dali 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!
October 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/
October 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 serve.
October 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.