Name
Hands-On Approaches: Unlocking the Vibrant Story of U.S. Latino History (In-Person)
Date
Thursday, July 17, 2025
Time
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM (EDT)
Description
Join us for a tour of the exhibition ¡Presente! A Latino History of the United States, providing educators with a comprehensive understanding of the contributions and experiences of Latino communities in American history. Engage in a hands-on activity at the GM Learning Lounge. Inspired by the museum's collaboration with family literacy programs, attendees will learn best practices for museum-community art projects and gain insights into working with adult English language learners. Participants will learn how to replicate similar projects in their own learning contexts by using the museum's online resources.
Speakers
Natalia Febo, Smithsonian National Museum of the American Latino
Gabriela Ríos Villegas, Smithsonian National Museum of the American Latino
Gabriela Ríos Villegas, Smithsonian National Museum of the American Latino
Session Type
2-hour in-person experience (Thurs., July 17 only)
Session Track
Transformative Teaching Tools
Grades
9-12
Subject Areas
English/Language Arts, Social Studies, Visual Arts
Audience
Middle and High School Teachers, Museum Educators and Staff, Higher Education, Non-Profit Organizations in Education, English Language Learners/Family Literacy Programs
Location Name
National Museum of American Latino (inside the National Museum of American History)