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Plaza de la Raza provides after-school art classes in visual arts, music, dance and theatre for all ages and all skill levels! Plaza also offers cultural community events.
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We also offer free art classes for youth in low-income families. Plaza de la Raza Cultural Center for the Arts & Education is the only multidisciplinary community arts venue dedicated to serving the Eastside neighborhoods of Los Angeles. Founded in 1970 by prominent labor, business and civic leaders as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, we offer affordable after-school, intergenerational arts edu

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08/01/2021

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08/01/2021

Sunday at 2:00 PM on Instagram, YouTube, & Facebook: Plaza de la Raza’s Summer Serenata Music Series featuring Los Jornaleros del Norte!

#plazadelaraza #summerconcert #LosJornalerosDelNorte #summerserenata

07/30/2021

Tune in this Sunday at 2:00 PM for Plaza de la Raza’s Summer Serenata featuring Los Jornaleros del Norte! Live on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.

Los Jornaleros del Norte’s purpose is to inform, educate, organize, and mobilize day workers, sensitize the general community about day labor related issues, and denounce the abuses committed against them. Follow them @losjornalerosdelnorte

#plazadelaraza #losjornalerosdelnorte #summerserenata #liveconcert

Take a look at a very special studio visit with artist Emilia Cruz. This is the first in a series of recorded 'In Studio...

07/30/2021

In the Studio with Emilia Cruz — Plaza de la Raza

Take a look at a very special studio visit with artist Emilia Cruz. This is the first in a series of recorded 'In Studio' visits available on YouTube and Instagram that highlight Plaza de la Raza teaching artists and encourage collection of their work.

Emilia Cruz is also currently on view as a part of 'Futuro Pasado', a two person art exhibition and sale also featuring artwork by Rick Ortega.

You do not want to miss this show! Boathouse Gallery appointments are required, so be sure to plan your visit in advance. For more information contact (323)223-2475

http://www.plazadelaraza.org/news/2021/7/29/in-the-studio-with-emilia-cruz

Join us for a special visit in the studio with artist Emilia Cruz. Her work is currently on view along with Rick Ortega in 'Futuro Pasado' at the Plaza de la Raza Boathouse Gallery. Click here for YouTube Link

07/27/2021

Live this Sunday at 2:00 PM on Instagram, YouTube, & Facebook: Plaza de la Raza’s Summer Serenata Music Series featuring @losjornalerosdelnorte

#losjornalerosdelnorte #plazadelaraza #summerserenata #concert

07/26/2021

Look who stopped by last week... Los Lobos recording for their 2021 National Endowment for the Arts National Heritage Fellowship Award to air this November!

#plazadelaraza #loslobos #NEA

07/26/2021

Our historic Boathouse Gallery for the opening reception of Futuro Pasado.

You can still make an appointment to view Futuro Pasado until August 21st! RSVP at the link in bio.

#plazadelaraza #futuropasado #emiliacruz #rickortega

07/25/2021

Tune in today at 2:00 PM, @changuimajadero will be live on YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram for Plaza de la Raza’s Summer Serenata Music Series!
#plazadelaraza #changuimajadero #livemusic #summer

07/24/2021

Tune in this Sunday at 2:00 PM for Plaza de la Raza’s first Summer Serenata featuring Changui Majadero! @changuimajadero Live on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube

#plazadelaraza #music #summerserenata #changuimajadero #concert

07/23/2021

Live this Sunday at 2:00 PM on Instagram, YouTube, & Facebook: Plaza de la Raza’s Summer Serenata Music Series featuring Changui Majadero! @changuimajadero 
#plazadelaraza #summerconcert #changuimajadero #summerserenata

07/23/2021

Special guest at Plaza de la Raza today! Leave a comment down below who you think it was 👀

07/20/2021

Happy Birthday to our executive director, Maria Jimenez-Torres! Thank you for all of your dedication and leadership that allows Plaza to thrive. In honor of Maria’s birthday this year, she invites you to donate to Plaza De La Raza at the link in bio.

07/19/2021

Free masks for you and your family! Pickup by appointment only, (323) 223-2475

#maskup #plazadelaraza

07/16/2021

Tonight!! FUTURO PASADO | a two person exhibition by Emilia Cruz and Rick Ortega

Plaza de la Raza Boathouse Gallery July 16 - August 21, 2021

Opening Reception: Friday, July 16, 2020, 5-8pm RSVP at the link in bio. Boathouse Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 12-5pm by appointment only.

Curated by Jimmy O’Balles, Summer Bernal and Juan Escobedo, FUTURO PASADO is a two-person art exhibition with new work by Emilia Cruz and Rick Ortega that explores concepts of hybridity, historical culture, relationships and self actualization. The work embraces the concept that culture can guide us into the future and continue to evolve as we build relationships and awareness.

Plaza de la Raza Cultural Center is located in Lincoln Park at 3540 N. Mission Rd, Los Angeles. Free parking. Masks and social distancing required when visiting Plaza de la Raza by appointment only. Contact (323)223-2475 for more information.

#futuropasado #rickortega #emiliacruz #plazadelaraza

07/15/2021

One more day! Futuro Pasado opens Friday, July 16th, 5-8pm. RSVP using the link in bio.

FUTURO PASADO | a two person exhibition by Emilia Cruz and Rick Ortega

Plaza de la Raza Boathouse Gallery July 16 - August 21, 2021

Opening Reception: Friday, July 16, 2020, 5-8pm RSVP at the link in bio. Boathouse Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 12-5pm by appointment only.

Plaza de la Raza Cultural Center is located in Lincoln Park at 3540 N. Mission Rd, Los Angeles. Free parking. Masks and social distancing required when visiting Plaza de la Raza by appointment only. Contact (323)223-2475 for more information.

#futuropasado #rickortega #emiliacruz #plazadelaraza

Take a look at July 2021 Activities & Resources as we continue towards a gradual reopening of our center & school! https...

07/15/2021

Safe & Gradual Reopening of Plaza de la Raza Cultural Center!

Take a look at July 2021 Activities & Resources as we continue towards a gradual reopening of our center & school!

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Art, music, online learning, human resources & more! July 2021 Activities & Resources At the Boathouse Gallery July 16th - August 21st OPENING SOON: Futuro Pasado is a two person art exhibition featu

07/14/2021

Muchisimas Gracias! Thank you to the @CountyofLA Board of Supervisors for approving our #LACountyOGP award, and for supporting arts and culture in LA County!

07/13/2021

Behind the Scenes of our Online Summer Concert Series - Coming Soon!

Featuring Tres Souls @tressouls

#plazadelaraza #music #dance #summer #concert #tressouls

07/12/2021

FUTURO PASADO opens this Friday! A two person exhibition by Emilia Cruz and Rick Ortega. RSVP at the link in bio.

Plaza de la Raza Boathouse Gallery July 16 - August 21, 2021

Opening Reception: Friday, July 16, 2020, 5-8pm RSVP at the link in bio. Boathouse Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 12-5pm by appointment only.

Curated by Jimmy O’Balles, Summer Bernal and Juan Escobedo, FUTURO PASADO is a two-person art exhibition with new work by Emilia Cruz and Rick Ortega that explores concepts of hybridity, historical culture, relationships and self actualization. The work embraces the concept that culture can guide us into the future and continue to evolve as we build relationships and awareness.

Plaza de la Raza Cultural Center is located in Lincoln Park at 3540 N. Mission Rd, Los Angeles. Free parking. Masks and social distancing required when visiting Plaza de la Raza by appointment only. Contact (323)223-2475 for more information.

#futuropasado #rickortega #emiliacruz #plazadelaraza

07/08/2021

A sneak peak of our new free online class: Creative Dance for Kids! Taught by Francesca Penzani

Live now at plazadelaraza.teachable.com or at the link in bio.

#plazadelaraza #dance #danceforkids #creativedance

07/07/2021

Plaza De La Raza Presents: Arts Activism, Sweetened and Condensed Videos for Social Justice

Free! A Hands-on Workshop with Norma Bowles & Tiffani Nanka-Bruce of Fringe Benefits Theatre.

Monday, July 19th from 6 PM to 9 PM on Zoom.

Register by Friday, July 16th by calling (323) 438-8159 or emailing [email protected]

#plazadelaraza #fringebenefitstheatre #artsactivism #socialjustice

07/02/2021

FUTURO PASADO | a two person exhibition by Emilia Cruz and Rick Ortega

Plaza de la Raza Boathouse Gallery July 16 - August 21, 2021

Opening Reception: Friday, July 16, 2020, 5-8pm RSVP at the link in bio. Boathouse Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 12-5pm by appointment only.

Curated by Jimmy O’Balles, Summer Bernal and Juan Escobedo, FUTURO PASADO is a two-person art exhibition with new work by Emilia Cruz and Rick Ortega that explores concepts of hybridity, historical culture, relationships and self actualization. The work embraces the concept that culture can guide us into the future and continue to evolve as we build relationships and awareness.

Plaza de la Raza Cultural Center is located in Lincoln Park at 3540 N. Mission Rd, Los Angeles. Free parking. Masks and social distancing required when visiting Plaza de la Raza by appointment only. Contact (323)223-2475 for more information.

#futuropasado #rickortega #emiliacruz #plazadelaraza

07/01/2021

Online Summer Concert Series - Coming Soon!

Featuring Zadonu African Music & Dance Co.

#plazadelaraza #music #dance #summer #concert

06/25/2021

Congratulations to the Class of 2021! We are extremely proud of all of our current and former Plaza students that graduated this year.
#classof2021 #graduation #grad

06/24/2021

Come visit us today from 1:30 PM to 5:00 PM! Get to know the FREE services we offer ✨

06/23/2021

Come Say Hi! 👋
Meet our team and get to know the free services we offer at Plaza de la Raza!!
From 11:00am-7:00pm
Social Distancing Required 😷

#lincolnheights #lincolnpark #plazadelaraza #free #casemanagement #services #resources #community #barrioaction #centrodeayuda

06/23/2021

Walk-In to Plaza on Wednesday, June 23rd from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM! Social distancing required.

06/20/2021

Happy Father’s Day!

art by Jose Lozano

06/19/2021

Today, Plaza de la Raza commemorates the national holiday Juneteenth.

Juneteenth commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. Although the Emancipation Proclamation was issued on January 1, 1863, many enslaved African Americans did not see freedom until June 19, 1865. On June 17, 2021, President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris signed into law a bill establishing Juneteenth as a federal holiday.

We encourage our community to take time today to reflect and remember what this day means and consider all those who endured to see this day come to pass.

#Juneteenth #June19th

06/17/2021

We are giving away free masks and hand sanitizer! Call (323) 438-8176 to pickup

06/14/2021

Are you a recent graduate? We want to feature your story! Dm us @plazadelaraza for more information.

#plazadelaraza #SPVAonline #classof2021 #graduation

05/26/2021

New Classes!! Learn to play music by Harry Styles, Rage Against the Machine, and The Cramps

#SPVAonline #OnlineLearning #teachable #free #plazadelaraza

05/24/2021

New Classes Posted!! Aztec Dance with Jennifer Sánchez

LINK IN BIO

05/20/2021

We are thrilled to be a recipient of the LA Arts Recovery Fund! As one of 90 nonprofits receiving grants, we are excited to continue serving our community and contributing to the rich cultural fabric and economic recovery of LA County!

Learn more about the fund here: https://www.calfund.org/laartsfund/

#LAArtsFund
#LAArtsGrantees
#LAArts

California Community Foundation

05/13/2021

In honor of our beloved son, brother, colleague, and friend Oscar Salas we invite all of you to celebrate his legacy by donating to this scholarship initiative supporting Plaza de La Raza at the request of the Salas Family.

This scholarship is being created to honor the legacy of Oscar Salas, a multidisciplinary artist and choreographer. This scholarship fund will provide low-income students (or those with gifted artistic talents) no-cost tuition for Plaza de La Raza in visual arts or dance courses for students enrolled in K-12. Additionally, higher education scholarships will be awarded annually to LAUSD graduating seniors enrolling or planning to attend a college/university with declared majors in visual and performing arts, dance, or education.

Oscar touched the lives of so many dancers, students, families and co-workers, his Plaza family, with joy, grace, creativity, and charm, and always so available to contribute to our Mexican culture. His loss cuts deep into our hearts, but he is loved and forever remembered. Oscar Salas, PRESENTE!

More information at: https://tinyurl.com/OscarSalasFund

To contribute to the fund: http://www.plazadelaraza.org/donate

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3540 N Mission Rd
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Virtual 2020 Holiday Celebration - Student Mariachi Ensemble 'Sabor A Mi'

Nacimiento Installation by Ofelia Esparza

Virtual 2020 Holiday Celebration - Student Mariachi Ensemble

Plaza de la Raza Virtual 2020 Holiday Celebration

Artists Spotlight (Oscar Salas, Ricardo Estrada, Eduardo Serrato) - Plaza de la Raza

Conjunto Tenocelomeh, 'El Siquisiri' - Plaza de la Raza

Folklor Pasión Mexicana w/Conjunto Tenocelomeh, 'La Bamba'

Folklor Pasión Mexicana w/Conjunto Tenocelomeh 'El Canelo'

Folklor Pasión Mexicana w/Conjunto Tenocelomeh, 'La Bruja'

Folklor Pasión Mexicana w/Conjunto Tenocelomeh, 'El Guacamaya'

Mariachi Rams Welcomes you to Día de los Mu***os 2020 Virtual Experienc

Mariachi Rams - Plaza de la Raza

Juntos: Everything about Plaza de la Raza is positive and an act of resistance. ✊🏽🌞 To spread a little sunshine today, let’s listen in on a bit of the progress that our talented music students Sylvia and Jeffery are making, as they work with their instructor Irineo Yañez learning a "Son Veracruzano" called "El Tilingo Lingo." 🎶 Characteristics of this style of music represent a fusion of Indigenous, African and Spanish musical elements. Enjoy and stay safe out there all! #Plaza50 #SonVeracruzano #SonJarocho #Armonía

Juntos: Teaching artist Marcelo Bucater checks in from Brazil encouraging his music students to get creative, improvise by use household items to create your own drum set if need be while practicing at home! Check out Marcelo’s demonstration of different styles and rhythms including #Rock #Disco #Funk and #BrazilianSamba Enjoy and stay safe all! #Plaza50

Theatre Games with BJ!

Fun theatre games with BJ Dodge who encourages students to use your creativity & imagination while at home, and reminds us all that, “I am a child of the universe no less than the moon and starts, I have a right to be here!” #PlazaDeLaRaza #SchoolOfPerformingAndVisualArts #Juntos #Together #Plaza50Theatre

Take a drawing class with teaching artist @cruzemilia 🌞 All you need for this workshop is pencil & paper! ✏️🗒 You’ll find the full lesson on our YouTube channel. #PlazaDeLaRaza #Juntos #EmiliaCruz #SchoolOfPerformingAndVisualArts #Plaza50 #PDLR50 #StayHome #MakeArt

Buenos Dias! 🌞 🎶 Let’s sing this morning with teaching artist @crisiaregalado of @sincolormusic Gather the little ones and join her for the full hour lesson on YouTube! #Juntos #PlazaDeLaRaza #SchoolOfPerformingAndVisualArts #Plaza50 #PDLR50

From the Archive: Flashing back to the late 1970’s, here is some vintage video of East LA punk rock pioneers, The Brat performing lakeside at #PlazaDeLaRaza. #Plaza50 #PDLR50

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Located in Los Angeles’ historic Lincoln Park, Plaza de la Raza Cultural Center for the Arts & Education is the longest operating multidisciplinary Latino/Latinx cultural arts center in the country. Founded in 1970 by prominent labor, business and civic leaders as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, we offer affordable after-school, inter-generational arts education programs to over 5,000 children, teens and adults each year. Our mission is to foster enrichment of all cultures bridging the geographic, social, artistic, and cultural boundaries of Los Angeles, and beyond. Visit our website at www.plazadelaraza.org to see our current class schedule. With opportunities for students of all ages, courses ranging from entry level to conservatory level, and FREE ART CLASSES for qualifying low income families, Plaza de la Raza has something for everyone!

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I always loved Plaza de la raza I worked there from 1980 til 1995 enjoyed it so much

The Jewel of Lincoln Hts, City of the Angels, Golden State, Aztlán, United States, Hemisphere of the Americas, Planet Earth, Solar System, Milky Way, to Infinity...and Beyond

Too Many Tamales 2019 Christmas Tradition play by Lina Montalvo Based on the book by Gary Soto Directed by Margarita Lamas Co-Directed/Choreographed by Lorena Lucas Light & Set Designer Armando Rubio * Preview Thursday, December 19 Tentative TBA Special Engagement. Opening starts Friday,December20 at 8 pm in Spanish Saturday, December 21 at 3pm mat in English and 6 pm in Spanish Sunday, December 22 at 3pm mat in Spanish and 5pm English Bilingual Foundation of the Arts Presents Too Many Tamales 2019 held At Plaza de la Raza 3540 N. MISSION RD ,LA. ,CA. 90031 For Information call (213) 437-0500 Www.bfatheatre.org Www.eventbrite.com

I bought two tickets and now I can’t go… Presale tickets message me if you’d like to buy them

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Can you send me the information on the prom dresses event you are having at plaza

Hey! I'm super excited to share with you about a project I'm working on, it's a web series called Hecho En Echo. The series will focus on two Latino artists struggling to make it in Echo Park in this story of healing and hoops in the City of Angels. We launched a crowdfunding campaign and I hope you'll support us by making a contribution and sharing the link www.HechoEnEcho.com. At the end of the day, our goal is to empower Latinas to tell their own stories amidst gentrification. Thank you so much!

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Videos

Virtual 2020 Holiday Celebration - Student Mariachi Ensemble 'Sabor A Mi'

Nacimiento Installation by Ofelia Esparza

Virtual 2020 Holiday Celebration - Student Mariachi Ensemble

Plaza de la Raza Virtual 2020 Holiday Celebration

Artists Spotlight (Oscar Salas, Ricardo Estrada, Eduardo Serrato) - Plaza de la Raza

Conjunto Tenocelomeh, 'El Siquisiri' - Plaza de la Raza

Folklor Pasión Mexicana w/Conjunto Tenocelomeh, 'La Bamba'

Folklor Pasión Mexicana w/Conjunto Tenocelomeh 'El Canelo'

Folklor Pasión Mexicana w/Conjunto Tenocelomeh, 'La Bruja'

Folklor Pasión Mexicana w/Conjunto Tenocelomeh, 'El Guacamaya'

Mariachi Rams Welcomes you to Día de los Mu***os 2020 Virtual Experienc

Mariachi Rams - Plaza de la Raza

Theatre Games with BJ!

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