Discover Latino American History and Culture at the Library
November 2, 2015 — Latino Americans are the country’s largest minority group, with more than 50 million people. Learn how Latinos have helped shaped the United States at a series of free public events. All events will take place in the Library Center auditorium, 4653 S. Campbell Ave.
Groupo Latinoamericano Dance Troupe
Friday, Nov. 13 at 6 p.m. for all ages. Grupo Latinoamericano Dance Troupe will provide a dazzling presentation of authentic dances from Mexico, Central and South America.
"Cesar Chavez" Screening
Monday, Nov. 16, 6 p.m. for age 13 and older. Witness the struggle and determination of civil rights activist and labor organizer Cesar Chavez during a free screening of the 2014 biopic "Cesar Chavez," rated PG-13, starring Michael Pena.
Latino Americans: 500 Years of History
Tuesday, Nov. 17, 6-8 p.m. for adults. Watch "Episode 1: Foreigners in their Own Land (1565-1880)" from the landmark PBS documentary series "Latino Americans," rated TV-PG+V+L. After the screening, Dr. John Chuchiak, professor of Colonial Latin American History at Missouri State University, will lead a discussion about the impact of colonization.
These programs are provided in partnership with the Missouri Humanities Council and the Missouri Immigrant & Refugee Advocates, and funded by Latino Americans: 500 Years of History, a public programming initiative produced by the National Endowment for the Humanities and the American Library Association.