Name: A Hispanic Heritage Celebration with Alma Mexicana
Start: 2026-09-26T12:00:00-04:00
End: 2026-09-26T13:00:00-04:00
Location: National Center for Civil and Human Rights

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		0 events 1 0 events, 1	0 events 2 0 events, 2	1 events 3 1 events, 3 2026-09-03 Saturday Adventures at the Center: Side Quest \| Agents, Heroes & Dragons Saturday Adventures at the Center: Side Quest \| Agents, Heroes & Dragons September 3 - September 6 Saturday Adventures at the Center: Side Quest \| Agents, Heroes & Dragons Dragon Con weekend meets civic imagination at the Center! During this special four-day adventure, families are invited to explore the galleries through a building-wide educational experience inspired by heroes, changemakers, and the power of using your voice for good. Complete interactive challenges, discover stories of real-life change agents, and learn how ordinary people can make an extraordinary impact in their communities. Guests can also get creative by making their own superhero-style capes and designing personalized trading cards that celebrate the qualities of a changemaker, including courage, empathy, leadership, and perseverance. Throughout the experience, young visitors will be encouraged to imagine the kind of change they want to create in the world. Since the event takes place during Dragon Con weekend, visitors are encouraged to join the fun by arriving in Dragon Con-inspired costumes or creating their own Change Agent cosplay. Whether you're a superhero, fantasy adventurer, sci-fi explorer, or a real-world champion for justice, come dressed as the hero you aspire to be and celebrate a weekend of creativity, learning, and inspiration. Costumes are welcome but not required.	1 events 4 1 events, 4 2026-09-03 Saturday Adventures at the Center: Side Quest \| Agents, Heroes & Dragons	2 events 5 2 events, 5 2026-09-03 Saturday Adventures at the Center: Side Quest \| Agents, Heroes & Dragons 2026-09-05 Bank of America: Museums on Us Bank of America: Museums on Us September 5 - September 6 Bank of America: Museums on Us Bank of America’s Museums on Us program provides one free general admission to participating museums for eligible cardholders on the first full weekend of every month. To receive free admission, present an active Bank of America, Merrill, or Bank of America Private Bank credit or debit card along with a photo ID at the ticketing window. Important details: Free admission applies to the individual cardholder only. The offer is non-transferable and does not guarantee admission. Cannot be combined with other offers. Excludes fundraising events, special exhibitions, and ticketed exhibitions.
2 events 6 2 events, 6 2026-09-03 Saturday Adventures at the Center: Side Quest \| Agents, Heroes & Dragons Saturday Adventures at the Center: Side Quest \| Agents, Heroes & Dragons 2026-09-05 Bank of America: Museums on Us Bank of America: Museums on Us	1 events 7 1 events, 7 2026-09-07 Closed Monday September 7 Closed Monday September 7 September 7 Closed Monday September 7 The National Center for Civil and Human Rights is closed on Mondays, including Labor Day.	0 events 8 0 events, 8	0 events 9 0 events, 9	1 events 10 1 events, 10 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Bridging the Arts to Civil Rights History with Karyn Parsons and Dr. David Childs September 10 \| 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Bridging the Arts to Civil Rights History with Karyn Parsons and Dr. David Childs Join the National Center for Civil and Human Rights for a free professional learning workshop featuring acclaimed professor, author, and filmmaker Dr. David Childs and actor, author, and activist Karyn Parsons (The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, Sweet Blackberry). Together, they will explore how literature, film, and history can help bring civil rights stories to life in today's classrooms and communities. Designed for educators, homeschool groups, parents, school leaders, and community members, this interactive workshop includes guided discussions, writing activities, and practical teaching strategies. Drawing from Parsons' Clouds Over California and Childs' Escaping from Home, participants will leave with new resources and ideas for fostering meaningful conversations about history, justice, and cultural diversity. What You'll Gain Classroom-ready lesson plans and educational resources Strategies for teaching civil rights history through literature and storytelling Tools for fostering inclusive and culturally responsive learning environments Historical context and research that support meaningful student engagement Ideas and activities that can be applied in classrooms, homeschool settings, and community programs Featured Speakers Karyn Parsons Actor, author, and activist Karyn Parsons is widely recognized for her role as Hilary Banks on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. She is also the founder of Sweet Blackberry, an organization dedicated to sharing stories of unsung Black historical figures through books and films. Dr. David Childs Dr. David Childs is a professor, author, filmmaker, and researcher whose work centers on African American history, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, and social justice education. His scholarship and creative work explore innovative ways to connect historical learning with contemporary issues.	0 events 11 0 events, 11	2 events 12 2 events, 12 2026-09-12 Bienvenido al Centro: tour por la galería de español Bienvenido al Centro: tour por la galería de español September 12 - September 13 Bienvenido al Centro: tour por la galería de español Bienvenido al Centro: tour por la galería de español La inclusión es parte de la igualdad, y la lucha por la igualdad está en el corazón de los derechos civiles y humanos. Como parte de nuestra celebración del Mes del Patrimonio Latino, el Centro Nacional para los Derechos Civiles y Humanos ofrece tours gratuitos en español a toda nuestra instalación (se requieren entradas). Nuestros excelentes profesores ofrecerán a los invitados un tour reflexivo del museo y concluirán con una interesante sesión de preguntas y respuestas. Las visitas se realizan a las 12:00 p. m. y a las 2:00 p. m. 11:00 am - 2:00 pm Saturday Adventures at the Center: Storytime with J.P. Miller September 12 \| 11:00 am - 2:00 pm Saturday Adventures at the Center: Storytime with J.P. Miller Join the Center for a special Storytime experience with author J.P. Miller as they read from Leaders Like Us: Ketanji Brown Jackson. Through an engaging and age-appropriate story, children and families will learn about the life and accomplishments of Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson, the first Black woman to serve on the United States Supreme Court. Designed to inspire young readers, this interactive program highlights the power of perseverance, education, and leadership. As families follow Justice Jackson's journey, they will explore how courage, hard work, and a commitment to fairness can help create positive change in our communities. After the reading, guests will have the opportunity to reflect on what it means to be a leader and a changemaker in their own lives. Perfect for elementary-aged children and their caregivers, this special Storytime celebrates the importance of representation and encourages young learners to dream big, lead with purpose, and believe in their ability to make a difference. Are you a local author with a story to share? Submit an inquiry to be considered for a Saturday Adventures Storytime and inspire the next generation of readers, thinkers, and changemakers.
1 events 13 1 events, 13 2026-09-12 Bienvenido al Centro: tour por la galería de español Bienvenido al Centro: tour por la galería de español	0 events 14 0 events, 14	0 events 15 0 events, 15	0 events 16 0 events, 16	0 events 17 0 events, 17	0 events 18 0 events, 18	2 events 19 2 events, 19 2026-09-19 Bienvenido al Centro: tour por la galería de español Bienvenido al Centro: tour por la galería de español September 19 - September 20 Bienvenido al Centro: tour por la galería de español Bienvenido al Centro: tour por la galería de español La inclusión es parte de la igualdad, y la lucha por la igualdad está en el corazón de los derechos civiles y humanos. Como parte de nuestra celebración del Mes del Patrimonio Latino, el Centro Nacional para los Derechos Civiles y Humanos ofrece tours gratuitos en español a toda nuestra instalación (se requieren entradas). Nuestros excelentes profesores ofrecerán a los invitados un tour reflexivo del museo y concluirán con una interesante sesión de preguntas y respuestas. Las visitas se realizan a las 12:00 p. m. y a las 2:00 p. m. 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Saturday Adventures at the Center: Side Quest September 19 \| 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Saturday Adventures at the Center: Side Quest Become a detective for justice and uncover the stories of remarkable changemakers throughout the Center. During this interactive, family-friendly side quest, guests will follow clues hidden throughout the galleries to identify influential Hispanic and Indigenous leaders whose courage, creativity, and determination helped shape their communities and advance human rights. As families explore the Center, they’ll discover inspiring stories, sharpen their observation skills, and learn how individuals can create meaningful change through leadership, advocacy, and service. Complete the quest, solve the mystery, and earn a special prize while celebrating the lasting impact of Hispanic and Indigenous changemakers whose legacies continue to inspire us today.
1 events 20 1 events, 20 2026-09-19 Bienvenido al Centro: tour por la galería de español Bienvenido al Centro: tour por la galería de español	0 events 21 0 events, 21	0 events 22 0 events, 22	0 events 23 0 events, 23	0 events 24 0 events, 24	0 events 25 0 events, 25	1 events 26 1 events, 26 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm A Hispanic Heritage Celebration with Alma Mexicana September 26 \| 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm A Hispanic Heritage Celebration with Alma Mexicana Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a special Saturday Adventures experience featuring Alma Mexicana. Families are invited to explore the vibrant traditions of Hispanic culture through an interactive dance workshop designed especially for children. Young participants will learn movement, rhythm, and storytelling through dance while discovering the importance of cultural expression and community. After the workshop, guests are encouraged to gather in the Center's lobby for a lively performance by Alma Mexicana. This family-friendly celebration offers an opportunity to experience the joy of music, movement, and cultural traditions while honoring the rich contributions of Hispanic communities. Join us for an afternoon of learning, creativity, and celebration for all ages.
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