"Tejano Legacy: Another American Origin Story" is a landmark bilingual exhibition exploring nearly 400 years of Tejano history, culture and identity and the enduring influence of Tejanos on Texas and the American West.
The exhibition is the most ambitious in the Briscoe’s history and will feature more than 100 rare artworks, artifacts and immersive storytelling drawn from extraordinary private collections, the Briscoe’s permanent collection and institutional lenders from across the United States and Mexico.
Several works loaned from Mexican institutions, considered part of the country’s cultural and historical heritage, will be seen in the United States for the first time, offering visitors a rare opportunity to experience objects and artworks that deepen and broaden the understanding of Tejano identity and its connection to the story of the American West.
Spanning from the 16th century to modern times, "Tejano Legacy" traces the evolution of Tejano identity through art, ranching traditions, military service, music, faith and community. Through paintings, sculpture, saddles, textiles, historic objects and contemporary works, the exhibition highlights the resilience, innovation and cultural influence that continue to shape South Texas, San Antonio and the Southwest today.
"Tejano Legacy: Another American Origin Story" is a landmark bilingual exhibition exploring nearly 400 years of Tejano history, culture and identity and the enduring influence of Tejanos on Texas and the American West.
The exhibition is the most ambitious in the Briscoe’s history and will feature more than 100 rare artworks, artifacts and immersive storytelling drawn from extraordinary private collections, the Briscoe’s permanent collection and institutional lenders from across the United States and Mexico.
Several works loaned from Mexican institutions, considered part of the country’s cultural and historical heritage, will be seen in the United States for the first time, offering visitors a rare opportunity to experience objects and artworks that deepen and broaden the understanding of Tejano identity and its connection to the story of the American West.
Spanning from the 16th century to modern times, "Tejano Legacy" traces the evolution of Tejano identity through art, ranching traditions, military service, music, faith and community. Through paintings, sculpture, saddles, textiles, historic objects and contemporary works, the exhibition highlights the resilience, innovation and cultural influence that continue to shape South Texas, San Antonio and the Southwest today.
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