Learn about the process of uncovering the important past of the 5th St Mexican American Heritage Corridor & Cultural District.
Austin’s Mexico Interactive Map – Click to See Photos and Watch Interviews
In conjunction with the Austin History Center, Mexic-Arte developed an interactive exhibition and map titled Austin’s Mexico: A Forgotten Neighborhood. The exhibition aims to uncover the history of some of the earliest Mexican settlers in our city. On our website, the digital version allows viewers to click/roll over icons that reveal text and historical photos from the original exhibit and listen to the descendants’ interviews.
Legacy Families refer to individuals with historical and cultural ties to the area. These are families who have played a significant role in shaping the Mexican American heritage of the Austin community and have a longstanding connection to the corridor.Â