Hispanic

The Hispanic Gallery offers authentic costumes from several Hispanic countries. Observers can view the beautiful “Hats” tapestry from Nicaragua donated by Mercedes Dewey, daughter of Constance Miller, a former Rockfordian.
 
There are many artifacts from Spain, Costa Rica and Rockford area artists. There are always seasonal changes within the gallery.
 
SAVE THE DATE:
Hispanic Gallery Woman of the Year 2014
Sunday, April 13 Opening of Exhibit and Program
Hours 2-4 p.m. Free Admission
Museum donations gratefully accepted
Honoree program begins at 3 p.m.
 
 
 
Visitors may tour the museum Sundays from 2-4 p.m.
Gallery Tours may be scheduled other days:
Pre-register by calling  the museum at 815 962-7402
 
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See our beauiful jar carving from Hidalgo Mexico!
 
 Jar carved with small conical lumps, applied by hand.
This is from Hidalgo, Mexico and donated by Felicia Carrillo.