CF Appleton Museum of Art Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month

The Appleton Museum of Art, College of Central Florida, will celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a full schedule of events. National Hispanic Heritage Month is annually celebrated Sept. 15-Oct. 15.

The Appleton will observe the month-long holiday with a series of special events that honor the contributions and influence of Hispanic Americans to the history, culture and achievements of the United States. In addition, a new exhibition curated from the permanent collection, “Sintiendo la Exposición,” is on view through Jan. 8. Installed in the second-floor Preview Gallery, see works by modern and contemporary Argentinian, Cuban and Mexican artists. Sculptures, photographs, prints, drawings and paintings are included.

“Our visionary and philanthropic founder Arthur I. Appleton envisioned the museum as a reflection of the great artistic and cultural traditions from around the world,” said Jason Steuber, Appleton director. “Our traditional, modern and contemporary Latin American art exhibitions, musical performances and free events mirror and celebrate our collections and communities.”

Thursday, Sept. 15, 6 p.m.

Maharajah Flamenco Trio Concert

Enjoy a performance in the Appleton auditorium by the award-winning Maharajah Flamenco Trio. Be the first to hear them perform their new song, “Escucha el Mar” (Listen to the Sea), inspired by a work of art from the Appleton collection. Tickets are $30 and can be purchased at AppletonMuseum.org, or in person at the Visitor Services desk. Cash bar available during event.

Sunday, Sept. 18, 2 p.m.

“Latin American Music: Discovery Through Sounds”

Join Dr. Welson Tremura and Grammy-winning Dr. José Valentino for an interactive presentation on the historical and cultural elements of Latin American music traditions, what makes them distinctive, and their characteristics. The presentation consists of a performance of vibrant musical styles from the Hispanic southern cone, Brazil, and the Caribbean region with a positive view of the importance and richness of its history. Admission is free.

Free First Saturday, Oct. 1, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Hispanic Heritage Festival

Visit the museum on Free First Saturday for a special event, co-hosted by CF Student Affairs, in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. Enjoy free admission to the museum all day, art activities, face-painting, information booths by Hispanic-owned businesses, food trucks, music and more! All activities are free as part of Free First Saturday. Vendor booths will begin closing at 4 p.m..

Saturday, Oct. 8, 11 a.m.

“Treasures from Aztlan: Hispanic Women’s Voices”

Join oral historian, writer and podcaster Dr. Rebecca Dominguez-Karimi for a talk on how Hispanic women view issues of race and ethnicity in their lives. This talk includes an audiovisual presentation, oral histories and local Hispanic history. Admission is free.

The Appleton Museum, Artspace and Store are open Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., and Sunday, noon-5 p.m. A campus of the College of Central Florida, the Appleton Museum of Art is located at 4333 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala, east of downtown on SR 40 (exit 352 east off I-75 or exit 268 west off I-95). Parking is free. For more information, call 352-291-4455 or visit AppletonMuseum.org.