This striking Mexican nativity scene, generously donated by Edwin R. Jordan, is the largest museum display in Texas, with over 400 pieces that reflect the way in which nacimiento-making has transformed within Mexico to integrate uniquely Mexican motifs, styles, and iconography.
En lo más negro del verano / In the Darkest Domain of Summer is a contemplative exhibition inspired by a haunting poem by Peruvian writer Blanca Varela. Thirteen emerging artists respond through painting, ceramics, installation, film, and more, exploring death as an ever-present force woven through memory, mourning, and renewal. Much like DÃa de los Muertos, these works become echoes of people, places, and histories, inviting visitors to reflect on the cycle of life where beauty and loss intertwine.
Calaveras de la Calle 5 is a temporary, three-month (October, November, December) art installation and activation, featuring six large-scale skull sculptures along the 5th Mexican American Heritage Corridor in Austin. Positioned at Republic Square, this installation celebrates the diverse cultural influences that have shaped the city. Each skull’s design highlights the contributions of Indigenous, Latine/x, Black, French, Asian, and Chicano cultures, offering visitors an opportunity to explore and learn about these rich cultural histories through the artwork and accompanying activities.