Thanks to a recent contribution and sponsorship from PetSmart of $50,000, the Musical Instrument Museum (MIM) and PetSmart have launched a new series of cultural programming titled “Unity Through Diversity,” which aims to celebrate diverse cultures from around the globe, highlighting musical traditions.
The program began with the Fiestas Patrias celebration, which kicked off Hispanic Heritage Month. Fiestas Patrias was held September 15 and 16, which, in 1810, was when Mexico gained independence from Spain.
Continuing through the month of September, visitors will have a chance to view exhibits, sample Hispanic foods and attend concerts in the state-of-the-art, 300-seat Musical Theater.
On September 22 and 23, visitors can also take part in a guided tour of the Mexico and “Tree of Life” exhibit and the Peru exhibit — as well as view the “Tree of Life” — where attendees will learn about the instruments in display as well as the culture of the people who used them. The Mexico and “Tree of Life” tour will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., and the Peru tour will take place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tours are free with museum admission.
And in the Museum Theater on Wednesday, September 26 at 7 p.m., don’t miss out on a performance from Plena Libre, a 12-piece Puerto Rican-based group of musicians who have not only received four Grammy nominations, but have also been named as a significant movement in Puerto Rican music. Tickets range from $37.50 to $42.50 and can be purchased on MIM’s website.
