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SUMMARY:Celebrating Hispanic Heritage: Voices Through Visuals at Del Ray Artisans Gallery
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating Hispanic Heritage: Voices Through Visuals Art Exhibit\nSeptember 4–26\, 2026\nOpening Reception: Friday\, September 4 from 7–9pm\nThe Celebrating Hispanic Heritage: Voices Through Visuals exhibition celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month by honoring the rich culture\, traditions\, resilience\, and artistic contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities. Through a diverse range of media and perspectives\, the exhibit explores themes such as heritage\, migration\, family\, cultural pride\, and transformation. Each work contributes to a visual dialogue that connects past and present while highlighting the evolving narratives of Hispanic communities. \nCuban-American artist\, F. Lennox Campello\, will be selecting the artist awards for this exhibition. Mr. Campello is a well-known artist\, curator\, critic and prominent voice in the DMV art scene. \nJoin us for the opening reception on Friday\, September 4 between 7-9pm to meet curator Laura Ramirez-Drain and the exhibiting artists. Mark your calendar now or set a reminder through Eventbrite. Thank you to Windows Catering and MCD Mateos McDonald’s for their generous donation for the reception. \nThe Celebrating Hispanic Heritage: Voices Through Visuals art exhibit runs from September 4–26\, 2026 at Del Ray Artisans gallery in the Colasanto Center\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, Virginia 22301. Gallery hours are Thursday 12-6pm\, Friday 12-9pm\, Saturday 12-6pm\, and Sunday 12-6pm (closed on September 27). \nThe gallery is free\, open to the public\, and accessible. Del Ray Artisans\, a 501(3)(c) nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote art for the benefit of artists and the community. This art exhibit is made possible with support from the City of Alexandria through the FY2027 Annual Arts Program Grant. \nFor more information\, contact the Director of Curating\, Amy Kitchin Hower\, at curating@delrayartisans.org. \n\n  \n\nArtwork credit: “Frida Kahlo: Guardian of Heritage” by Laura Ramirez Drain
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/voices-through-visuals/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibit,Del Ray Artisans Gallery
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ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Ramirez-Drain":MAILTO:lauraart2024@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Reserved for Curator
DESCRIPTION:This date/time is reserved for Laura Ramirez-Drain\, curator of the Celebrating Hispanic Heritage: Voices Through Visuals exhibit at Del Ray Artisans\, to conduct artist interviews.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/reserved-2026-09-05/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Ramirez-Drain":MAILTO:lauraart2024@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260913T100000
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SUMMARY:Create Your Own Piñata: A Celebration of Color & Culture (Ages 12 and above; Register by 9/9)
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Laura Ramirez-Drain\nDate/Time: Sunday\, September 13\, 10am-Noon\nCost: $15 Child / $25 Del Ray Artisans member / $35 Non-member; Plus $5 Supply Fee\nClass size: 5-20 participants\n(Register by September 9) \nLearn the history and cultural importance of piñatas in Hispanic traditions while creating your own colorful mini piñata to take home. Choose to make a pig or a star piñata. \nThis hands-on workshop is fun for children (12+ years old)\, families\, and adults—encouraging creativity\, community\, and cultural appreciation. All supplies are included. \nRegister Now\n\n \n\nView other upcoming workshops\, information about the facility\, and policies on the Upcoming Workshops page. \nThe discount price for youth is made possible through a generous donation supporting Del Ray Artisans’ Youth Art Programs from Genesis Inspiration Foundation.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/create-your-own-pinata/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Ramirez-Drain":MAILTO:lauraart2024@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260920T180000
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SUMMARY:Flowers\, Identity & Art: A Frida Kahlo–Inspired Headband (Ages 10 to Adult; Register by 9/16)
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Laura Ramirez-Drain\nDate/Time: Sunday\, September 20\, 6-8pm\nCost: $15 Child / $25 Del Ray Artisans member / $35 Non-member; Plus $10 Supply Fee\nClass size: 3-20 participants\n(Register by September 16) \nInspired by the iconic style and artistic spirit of Frida Kahlo\, participants will create their own colorful floral headband while learning about Kahlo’s influence on art\, culture\, identity\, and self-expression. This creative hands-on experience celebrates individuality\, resilience\, and Hispanic heritage through wearable art. \nYounger kids are welcome to participate with an accompanying adult. All supplies are included in the supply fee. \nRegister Now\n\n \n\nView other upcoming workshops\, information about the facility\, and policies on the Upcoming Workshops page. \nThe discount price for youth is made possible through a generous donation supporting Del Ray Artisans’ Youth Art Programs from Genesis Inspiration Foundation.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/kahlo-inspired-headband/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Ramirez-Drain":MAILTO:lauraart2024@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T180000
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SUMMARY:Colors of Latin America: Hispanic Folk Art (Ages 12 to Adult; Register by 9/19)
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Laura Ramirez-Drain\nDate/Time: Wednesday\, September 23\, 6-8pm\nCost: $15 Child / $25 Del Ray Artisans member / $35 Non-member; Plus $6 Supply Fee\nClass size: 3-20 participants\n(Register by September 19) \nExplore the vibrant colors\, symbols\, patterns\, and traditions of Latin American folk art while creating your own small artwork inspired by them. Learn how traditional Latin American art reflects history\, community\, celebrations\, nature\, spirituality\, and everyday life across different Hispanic cultures.\nThis hands-on workshop celebrates the richness and diversity of Hispanic cultures through creativity\, storytelling\, and artistic expression. \nYounger kids are welcome to participate with an accompanying adult. All supplies are included in the supply fee. \nRegister Now\n\n \n\nView other upcoming workshops\, information about the facility\, and policies on the Upcoming Workshops page. \nThe discount price for youth is made possible through a generous donation supporting Del Ray Artisans’ Youth Art Programs from Genesis Inspiration Foundation.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/hispanic-folk-art/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,Youth
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