Arts and Culture

New MexArt 2025 Murals Brighten UW Campus Parkway

Arts and Culture

New MexArt 2025 Murals Brighten UW Campus Parkway

Each mural reflects the artists’ own stories. Rene Julio’s “The Knot of Freedom” explores the fear and pressure he felt during his years as an undocumented migrant. A few walls down, Gerardo Peña’s “El Abrazo” centers on a mother and daughter’s embrace, inspired by his return to Mexico after nearly three decades away. Visitors now stop, scan QR codes, and follow the murals on social media, turning the corridor into a space where personal history and public art meet.

Los Bailadores de Bronce, Dancing Tradition Into the Future

Arts and Culture, Hispanic Heritage Month

Los Bailadores de Bronce, Dancing Tradition Into the Future

For more than 50 years, Los Bailadores de Bronce has brought the colors, rhythms, and spirit of Mexican folklórico dance to audiences across the Pacific Northwest. Founded by University of Washington students in 1972, the company remains a vibrant volunteer-driven organization that continues to inspire both Latino and non-Latino communities.

Spanish Radio in Yakima Valley Jeopardized by Funding Loss

Arts and Culture, Business, Media

Spanish Radio in Yakima Valley Jeopardized by Funding Loss

In central Washington, the Yakima Valley stretches out as one of the most productive agricultural regions in the country. Apples,

Nepantla Cultural Arts Gallery Blossoms as Community Hub

Arts and Culture, Community

Nepantla Cultural Arts Gallery Blossoms as Community Hub

With a heart for the arts, the two gallery owners have made it their mission to bring people of all walks of life together to appreciate Chicano artistry.

Mariachi Quinto Sol Strikes a Chord: Reviving Community at the University of Washington

Arts and Culture, Education

Mariachi Quinto Sol Strikes a Chord: Reviving Community at the University of Washington

“We’re meant to be here,” said one of the viola players.

Entre Ríos Books’ Struggle to Bring Argentine Poetry to a U.S. Audience

Arts and Culture

Entre Ríos Books’ Struggle to Bring Argentine Poetry to a U.S. Audience

“I think the biggest challenge I have is just finding our curious readers,” said Knox Gardner, the publisher and editor-in-chief of Entre Ríos Books.

Two Friends Bring Childhood Memory To Life In New Video Game

Arts and Culture, Entertainment

Two Friends Bring Childhood Memory To Life In New Video Game

The two developers will launch their game “Desktop Explorer,” a game they hope will take players on an emotional journey they won’t forget.

A Look at One Book Store’s Efforts to Promote Latine Author Visibility

Arts and Culture, Community

A Look at One Book Store’s Efforts to Promote Latine Author Visibility

“It’s been hard to find places where I see people who look like me,” said Javi Tapia, a bookseller at a local bookstore in Seattle.

Latin Drag Performers in Seattle Celebrate Culture and Resilience

Arts and Culture, Community

Latin Drag Performers in Seattle Celebrate Culture and Resilience

“Our community is at the best it’s ever been, period,” said drag performer Queen Andrew Scott.

‘Tonantzin Guadalupe’ Film Explores Origins of Mexico’s Patroness

Arts and Culture, Entertainment

‘Tonantzin Guadalupe’ Film Explores Origins of Mexico’s Patroness

The beloved Virgin of Guadalupe has united people of Mexican heritage for centuries, but its complex history reveals ‘the power of stories’ and how one image led to the creation of a nation.

Pepe Montero steps to the center of Seattle’s creative scene with two leadership roles

Arts and Culture, Community

Pepe Montero steps to the center of Seattle’s creative scene with two leadership roles

Nearly 15 percent of Washington identifies as Latino, but according to Pepe, the cultural grants given out by Washington state to artists are not distributed evenly across demographic groups

Orquesta Northwest Empowers Latinx Youth Through Free Music Classes

Arts and Culture, Community

Orquesta Northwest Empowers Latinx Youth Through Free Music Classes

“Nobody in the youth orchestras looked like me,” Madrigal said. “ I didn’t see any Latinos or African American kids in the orchestra.”