Jun
30
Tue
Legacy of knowledge – from Mexico to US @ Online Event
Jun 30 @ 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm

You are invited to an interview with Dr. Isaac Raijman, our special guest to close the Spotlight- Mexico program.
Dr. Raijman is a nationally- and internationally-recognized physician, board-certified in internal medicine and gastroenterology. We will present his story, from his native Mexico to today, his passion for education and continuous commitment to support arts and culture in Houston, Texas

Presented by Yolanda Velasquez and Dr. Randall Stenoien, President IHCH 2019 and 2018.

 

Jul
16
Thu
Gracias a la vida – Un tributo a Mercedes Sosa @ Online Event
Jul 16 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Nacida el 9 de julio de 1935 en San Miguel de Tucumán, Argentina, Mercedes Sosa es considerada la mayor muestra del folklore en Argentina. Fundó el “Nuevo Cancionero” y cuenta con 35 álbumes de estudio, dos EPs y 11 álbumes en vivo.

Favorita de más de cuatro generaciones en Latinoamérica, hoy queremos recordar su música.

Blu Internacional – Musical Duo

In 1992, Patricia Gras (USA/Argentina) and María Rimbau (Spain, Ecuador) founded Barandúa, a Latin folk and pop ban, with Carlos Gonzalez Rimbau, María’s brother, Luis Silva and Antonio Mazu both from Chile. Together they produced two CD’s, Barandúa Live and Our Songs. Later, Carlitos Gonzalez Blum (US/Spain) and Luis Montes de Oca (Méjico) replaced Luis and Antonio. In 2009, both María and Patricia were struck with breast cancer. To raise money for breast cancer survivors, the Barandúa band held a concert at the University of St. Thomas, Jones Hall to a full house. Following María’s treatment, they decided to become a duo, this time playing international music with the collaboration of sound engineer Mariela Massuh. They sing in Spanish, English, French, Italian, Russian, Arabic, and Portuguese. Blu International music duo performs at parties, weddings, concerts, and on ZOOM under quarantine!
Aug
4
Tue
Abriendo puertas al arte/ Opening the door to art @ Online Event
Aug 4 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

María Inés Sicardi, Founding Partner, Director of Sicardi | Ayers | Bacino
Una discusión sobre la labor pionera de la Galería Sicardi |Ayers |Bacino y su fundadora , María Inés Sicardi, en introducir el arte de las vanguardias latinoamericanas al público de Houston, cambiando su percepción y apreciación de estas manifestaciones artísticas. También se hará una introducción a los artistas más representativos de la galería y se discutirá el proceso de adquisición de obras de arte.

The pioneering role of María Inés Sicardi, founder of Sicardi |Ayers |Bacino Gallery, in introducing contemporary Latin American art to Houston audiences, changing their perception and appreciation of these artworks. Artists represented by the gallery will be discussed as well as the process of acquiring works.

THIS WILL BE A BILINGUAL PRESENTATION INCLUDING William Isbell, Senior Sales Associate.

BIO

María Inés Sicardi es reconocida globalmente como una de las principales expertas y promotoras del arte latinoamericano contemporáneo y de vanguardias. Su labor pionera ha contribuido a establecer el arte latinoamericano en el mercado internacional y su representación en museos a través del mundo. La galería Sicardi| Ayers| Bacino fue fundada en 1994 y se encuentra en el centro del distrito de museos de Houston. Su sede es un diseño del arquitecto argentino Fernando Brave.

María Inés Sicardi is globally recognized as one of the main experts and promoters of Avant Garde and Contemporary Latin American Art. Her pioneering efforts have contributed to establish Latin American art in international markets and its representation in museums around the world. The Sicardi| Ayers| Bacino Gallery was founded in 1994, and it is located in the heart of Houston’s Museum District. The building was designed by the Argentine architect Fernando Bravo.

www.ihch.org ↔️ www.casaargentina.org

 

Aug
6
Thu
Boundaries: Mi viaje, mi vida a través del arte, a cargo de la artista plástica Marina Fernández. @ Online Event
Aug 6 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Marina Fernández es Ingeniera Industrial, apasionada del arte en todas sus formas.
A través de sus pinturas combina su amor por la naturaleza con sus experiencias vividas en diferentes culturas. En esta charla nos hablará de su trayectoria, estilo de pintura y de su serie “Boundaries”, una de cuyas obras se exhibió en The Glassell School of Art en noviembre 2019

 

BIO

Marina Fernández es Ingeniera Industrial, graduada Suma Cum Laude en la Universidad Católica Argentina. Estudió arte en la Facultad de Bellas Artes de la Universidad Nacional de Rosario. Actualmente es estudiante de Glassell School of Art (Museum of Fine Arts Houston). El arte, como forma de expresión, la acompaña desde su infancia. A través de sus pinturas combina su amor por la naturaleza con sus experiencias vividas en diferentes países y culturas. Exhibiciones más recientes: Yoga Pod Solo Exhibition, 11 de diciembre, 2019 / Convergencia – Convergence, Latin American Women Artists of Houston (LAWAH), The Glassell School of Art (The Museum of Fine Arts Houston), 1 de noviembre, 2019 / St. Jude Color of Hope Art Exhibition, Sicardi Gallery, 5 de agosto, 2019 / Houston Latino Art Now: Color Outside the Lines, George Memorial Library, Richmond, TX, 24 de marzo, 2019 / LAWAH Group Exhibition, Institute of Hispanic Culture of Houston, 1 de septiembre, 2018.

 

Aug
11
Tue
A todo Tango @ Online Event
Aug 11 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Un acercamiento cultural a las expresiones del Tango donde se aborda de manera teórica y práctica, sus distintas facetas artísticas.

Música, danza, poesía y canto, conciliados en una misma esencia que se ha universalizado a través del tiempo.

www.ihch.org ↔️ www.casaargentina.org

 

Sep
1
Tue
Bismark Alejandro Reyes Art Exhibition @ Institute of Hispanic Culture of Houston
Sep 1 – Oct 25 all-day
Bismark Alejandro Reyes Art Exhibition @ Institute of Hispanic Culture of Houston

About the artist

Bismark Alejandro Reyes
Born in Houston, Texas and also raised in San Nicolas de Los Garza, Nuevo Leon, Mexico.
A self-taught multidisciplinary artist and studying Architecture at Prairie View A&M University.

“To begin, I must say I am a creative person. I see it all around from a pattern on a tree to the outline of the sky. Always with a sketchbook in hand, being the only companion that has no judgement and accepts my inquietudes and imaginations. This, becoming a way of seeing, observing and creating a way of life.
I am currently returning from a journey across Mexico where I got to experience my roots more deeply and connect with people. Thus broadening my understanding of where I come from, walking ancient Mayan paths on a discovery of the self.
At this moment I am becoming a more established artist and I hope we can collaborate to make something special, as my pure intentions are to express and share an experience.”

Project Manager: Mariela G. Domínguez

Opening Reception

Saturday October 3, 2020
4:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Free admission
Reservations required

Visit

September 1 thru October 25, 2020
GUIDED TOURS: By appointment only
Free admission

Open Call 2020-2021

To book your appointment and plan your visit to IHCH

Para reservar su cita y planificar su visita a IHCH

Open Call 2020-2021

HELP US AND RESPECT THE FOLLOWING GUIDELINES IN ORDER THAT WE CONTINUE OUR ACTIVITIES:

  • Entry allowed only for people with prior reservation.
  • Please do not attend if you have symptoms.
  • Visitors should wear a face covering/face mask inside the building.
  • Temperature Check Procedure.
  • Maintain adequate social distance at all times and take precautions.
  • All instructions from IHCH staff must be followed.

The IHCH follows CDC guidance on the recommended size of social gathering

AYÚDENOS Y RESPETE LAS SIGUIENTES PAUTAS PARA PODER CONTINUAR CON NUESTRAS ACTIVIDADES:

  • Únicamente se permite el ingreso de personas con reserva previa.
  • Por favor, no asista si presenta síntomas.
  • Visitas dentro del edificio deben usar mascarilla facial/cubrebocas.
  • Procedimiento de verificación de temperatura.
  • Mantenga un distanciamiento social adecuado en todo momento y tome precauciones.
  • Se deben cumplir todas las instrucciones del personal del IHCH.

El IHCH sigue la guía del CDC sobre el tamaño recomendado de las reuniones sociales.

Oct
3
Sat
Reception: Bismark Alejandro Reyes Art Exhibition @ Institute of Hispanic Culture of Houston
Oct 3 @ 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Reception: Bismark Alejandro Reyes Art Exhibition @ Institute of Hispanic Culture of Houston

The Institute of Hispanic Culture of Houston invites you to Bismark Alejandro Reyes Art Exhibition

This exhibition highlights the work of a Mexican-American artist whose paintings are inspired by his life experiences connected to his ancestral roots mixed with iconic contemporary urban images.

About the artist:
Although the artist Reyes was born in Houston, Texas, he was raised in both Houston and San Nicolas de Los Garza, Nuevo Leon, Mexico. Besides continuing his path as a Mexican-American, self-taught, multidisciplinary artist, he is studying Architecture at Prairie View A&M University.

The exhibition corresponds to the Open Call 2020-2021, a project of Institute of Hispanic Culture of Houston (IHCH) coordinated by Mariela G. Domínguez

El Instituto de Cultura Hispana en Houston te invita a la exposición de Bismark Alejandro Reyes

Esta exposición destaca el trabajo del artista mexicano-americano cuya obra pictórica está inspirada en sus experiencias vitales conectadas a sus raíces ancestrales y un imaginario contemporáneo.

Sobre el Artista:
Si bien el artista Reyes nació en Houston, Texas, vivió tanto en Houston como en San Nicolás de Los Garza, Nuevo León, México. Además de continuar su camino como artista mexicano-estadounidense, autodidacta y multidisciplinario, actualmente estudia Arquitectura en la Universidad Prairie View A&M.

La exposición corresponde al proyecto Open Call 2020-2021del Intituto de Cultura Hispana en Houston (IHCH) coordinado por Mariela G. Domínguez

Reservations required

Se requieren reservaciones

HELP US AND RESPECT THE FOLLOWING GUIDELINES IN ORDER THAT WE CONTINUE OUR ACTIVITIES:

  • Entry allowed only for people with prior reservation.
  • Please do not attend if you have symptoms.
  • Visitors should wear a face covering/face mask inside the building.
  • Temperature Check Procedure.
  • Maintain adequate social distance at all times and take precautions.
  • All instructions from IHCH staff must be followed.

The IHCH follows CDC guidance on the recommended size of social gathering

AYÚDENOS Y RESPETE LAS SIGUIENTES PAUTAS PARA PODER CONTINUAR CON NUESTRAS ACTIVIDADES:

  • Únicamente se permite el ingreso de personas con reserva previa.
  • Por favor, no asista si presenta síntomas.
  • Visitas dentro del edificio deben usar mascarilla facial/cubrebocas.
  • Procedimiento de verificación de temperatura.
  • Mantenga un distanciamiento social adecuado en todo momento y tome precauciones.
  • Se deben cumplir todas las instrucciones del personal del IHCH.

El IHCH sigue la guía del CDC sobre el tamaño recomendado de las reuniones sociales.

Oct
9
Fri
Día de la Hispanidad / Hispanic Day @ Miller Outdoor Theatre
Oct 9 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

This event was postponed due to the coronavirus regulations.

We will announce the date for next year’s event. 

Since 1983, the IHCH has sponsored each year an international artistic production, the “Festival Folclórico”, at the Miller Theater. The theater offers IHCH the presentation of recognized Hispanic artists in the areas of theater, television, radio, and film, and it also features colorful folk dance groups, both local and international. Every year we celebrate a different country. The entrance is free to the general public.

Hispanic Day at MIller Outdoor Theatre

Oct
13
Tue
Literary Encounters. Literature from Spanish and Latin American Nobel Prize winners @ Online Event
Oct 13 @ 5:00 pm – 5:30 pm

Did you know that there have been eleven Nobel Literature prizes awarded to authors from Spain and Latin America since the 1900s? And, that most of these authors are widely available in English translation? This webinar will explore the work of these authors, including possible approaches to reading and understanding the works in translation or in Spanish, and the author’s connections with the United States.

Dr. María E. Pérez is a retired professor from the Department of Hispanic Studies of the University of Houston. Since her retirement, she has been active in Hispanic organizations in Houston, including the Institute of Hispanic Culture of Houston, where she currently serves as a Board Member.

Previous registration required.
https://aarp.cvent.com/TX-1013-HH
*This event is presented by AARP *Event in English

Oct
17
Sat
Gala Noche de las América @ TBA
Oct 17 @ 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm

GALA NOCHE DE LAS AMERICAS

The mission of The Institute for Hispanic Culture of Houston is to ensure that the right to an excellent education continues to be an available option for future generations of deserving Hispanic students in the Houston area. For 53 years, The Institute for Hispanic Culture of Houston, has supported qualified and deserving students through partial needs-based scholarships, having awarded nearly $350,000 in scholarships since 1965. The Annual Gala as the signature fundraiser, has a goal of raising more than $50,000 in scholarship resources to support more than 25 students each year. We invite you to support this initiative by attending our Gala or underwriting this event.
Gala Noches de las Américas