Wider Audience Development Program, 786-2403
The Smithsonian Institution is celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15-
Oct. 15) with special programs, lectures and films. To request a free calen-
dar of these events, call 202/357-2700 (voice) or 202/357-1729 (TTY), Monday
through Saturday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
INSTITUTION-WIDE PROGRAMS:
"After Cesar Chavez: Keeping Grass-roots Movements Alive"
Sept. 30 at 7:30 p.m.
This discussion with MacArthur "Genius Grant" recipients Maria Varela and
Ernesto Cortes, Jr. will explore the current state and future of grass-roots
organizing among Latinos in the U.S. Henry Cisneros, Secretary of the Dept.
of Housing and Urban Development, will provide introductory remarks. Zita
Arocha, Exec. Dir. of the National Association of Hispanic Journalists, will
moderate. Carmichael Auditorium, National Museum of American History.
"Smithsonian Fiesta Musical"
Sept. 25 from noon-5 p.m.
This fourth annual festival features Latin American musical and dance
performances, food, crafts and other activities for the entire family. Lion/
Tiger Hill, National Zoological Park.
"Latinas Are..."
Sept. 24 from 9:30-5 p.m.
A series of discussions and lectures on the multiple roles Latinas play as
leaders, storytellers and "sisters." Cosponsored by MANA, a national
Latina organization, as part of their annual conference. Reservations are
required; please call 202/357-4005. International Center, S. Dillon Ripley
Center.
Andrea Yangas
Wider Audience Development Program
Smithsonian Institution
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