Historias Signature Series:
CRUCES: Thinking in Public Forum
CRUCES: Thinking in Public Forum is a daylong convening of cultural workers, artists, community leaders, scholars, and neighbors, designed as an open, participant-driven space for collective inquiry and exchange. As the culminating event of Sembradas (Phase 1 of Historias), this forum inaugurates CRUCES (Crossings), a signature series of public convenings dedicated to fostering dialogue and collaboration within and beyond the Latinx community. Rooted in the principles of knowledge justice, the forum surfaces collective, situated knowledge and responds to the intentional erasure of culture-specific histories by centering public storytelling, memory work, and shared authorship as vital practices of resistance.
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Domino Table Talks
Domino Table Talks (DTT): intimate, intergenerational conversations designed to document the oral histories of coming in unity through the lens of domino culture. Conversations will be captured in audio recordings and videos, which will be shared with the public to offer an exploration of the game's rich history and its intersections with Latinx culture in New York City and beyond. The first two episodes of DTT were presented with Public Art Fund to activate Edra Soto’s Graft sculpture at Doris C. Freedman Plaza.
The inaugural Domino Table Talks featured the following participants: Papoleto Meléndez, Edwin Torres, Frances Negrón-Muntaner, Miguel Luciano, Edra Soto, Francisca Benítez, Papoleto, Esperanza Mayobre, Frances Negrón-Muntaner, Edwin Torres, and Risa Puno.
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Remesas y Sobremesa:
Conversations that Sustain and Linger
This series invites you to gather around the table, where the warmth of food and shared meals meets thoughtful dialogue. Drawing on the idea of remittances—diasporic exchanges that sustain connections between communities—these informal roundtables bring key themes of Historias "on the table," transforming often academic or abstract discussions and grounding them into accessible, lived realities. Through public dialogue and collaboration, participants explore the ties between diaspora and origin, with each conversation lingering like a shared meal, nourishing new ideas and perspectives.
Remesas y Sobremesa #2: Tequio (Mutual Aid) in an Era of Deportation and Borders
Remesas y Sobremesa #3: Through Their Eyes- Generations of Storytelling in Film
Historias Dispatch:
Discover the Stories That Shape Us
The Historias Dispatch offers windows into the rich tapestry of Latinx narratives that often go unheard. The Dispatch brings rescued stories to a broad audience through a dynamic blend of multimedia content—including articles, videos, interviews, and interactive experiences. This initiative is dedicated to showcasing diverse voices and experiences, celebrating the cultural impact of Latinx communities, and fostering a deeper understanding of their contributions.
Stay connected as we share compelling stories and insights, amplifying the voices that illuminate our collective history and cultural heritage.
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Historias Youth Video Club
Historias Youth Video Club: Rooted in the longstanding tradition of youth filmmaking on the Lower East Side, this club will empower young people to document their lives and communities. Revitalizing a legacy of pioneering work of filmmakers and educators from the 1960s, the project aims to connect multi-generational stories and foster a new generation of storytellers. Through workshops and mentorship, participants will explore untold narratives and capture the evolving identity of their neighborhood. The program culminates in public screenings of short films that reflect their unique perspectives and experiences. The inaugural iteration of the club, conceived and led by Gabo Camnitzer and Justin Denis, will take place from November 2024 to May 2025.
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Be part of this groundbreaking initiative, don’t miss the beat! Register for events, sign up for updates, and follow us on social media. Whether you’re a long-time advocate for cultural preservation or newly interested in Latinx narratives, Historias offers a unique opportunity to connect, learn, and celebrate together.