National Museum of the American Latino

Family Day at the National Museum of American History

Calling All Volunteers, the Smithsonian Latino Center Wants You

In spring 2022, the first national Latino gallery at the Smithsonian will open its doors to the public at the National Museum of American History; the public is asked to help

Angelica Medina, 2009 Young Ambassadors Program alumna.

Just a Thought | Representation in Children's Books

Angelica Medina, Young Ambassador Program alumna reflects on the Latino Center's literacy initiative.

2012 Young Ambassadors Program alumna, Jessica Hernandez.

Intersectional Introspection: A Cross-Cultural Journey

Jessica Hernandez reflects on her Asian-Latino heritage and the common values between Filipinx and Latinx communities.

Promotional image of the Caminos exhibit on display at Arte Américas. (Courtesy of Arte Américas)

The Importance of Latinx Representation in Museums

Maya Castillo learns the importance of Latinx representation in museums during her internship at Arte Américas.

Young Ambassador, Mia Cooper and her supervisor Cathy posing with the cast of the superhero show

Taking a Walk on the “Science” Side of Life

Taking a Walk on the “Science” Side of Life

Young Ambassador, Yesenia Muñoz at the children’s baile folklórico performance. (Courtesy of the National Museum of Mexican Art.)

Teamwork Makes the Dream Work

Yesenia Muñoz describes her YAP internship experience.

Amanda learning about documents used to create exhibitions and serve as learning tools for the public. Courtesy of the Museo de Historia, Antropología y Arte.

The Story within a Story

Amanda Robles shares her Young Ambassador internship experience.

The Witte Museum on the first day of Hernandez’s internship. Courtesy of Estrella Hernandez.

Chili Queens and Fiesta Gowns

Young Ambassador Estrella Hernandez recounts her experience interning at the Witte Museum.

Young Ambassador Samantha meeting with individuals that work at the museum. Courtesy of the Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose.

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