Since 1984, the Mexic-Arte Museum has been a hub for Mexican, Chicano, and Latin American art in downtown Austin. Founded by Sylvia Orozco, Sam Coronado, and Pio Pulido, it has grown into one of the nation’s leading Latinx art institutions, showcasing everything from traditional dance masks and revolutionary prints to contemporary installations.

The museum’s 5,000-piece collection highlights the depth of Latin American creativity, while rotating exhibitions explore folk traditions, political movements, and modern artistic expression. Its Annual Día de los Muertos Parade, Texas’ longest-running Day of the Dead celebration, transforms Austin’s streets with altars, giant puppets, and colorful Catrinas.

Beyond exhibitions, Mexic-Arte’s education programs have provided over 200,000 underserved youth with access to art. With its mix of history, activism, and cutting-edge creativity, Mexic-Arte Museum isn’t just preserving culture—it’s shaping it.