Art Museum of The Americas

The Art Museum of The Americas has a unique regional focus and serves as an important source of information of art works from Latin America and the Caribbean. The museum preserves studies and exhibits works by artists and also provides many educational activities to visitors.

There is a permanent collection of 20th century Latin American and Caribbean art at the museum, this exhibition is classed as one of the most important collections in the United States. Art exhibitions and educational programs related to Latin American art are held on a regular basis at the museum.

The educational programs held at the museum include interactive workshops, where visitors can learn traditional art of the Americas. Visitors can create a piñata, corn husk doll or even a carnival mask. Workshops are available for individual school age students or the whole family can participate in a workshop together. Reservations are required for all workshops.

Tours of the museum are available for groups by appointment and also for art students. The Contemporary Art Seminar is available for students who have a strong interest in contemporary art; students are required to apply for this program.

The Art Museum of the Americas is located one block from Constitution Hall and is open from Tuesday to Sunday. Group tours are welcome at the museum with reservations required. This museum is an important place for Latin American and Caribbean art providing visitors a place to learn more about this type of art.