What Makes a Community Parade Meaningful for Puerto Rican New Yorkers?
A community parade is more than a route filled with music and colorful flags. For many Puerto Rican New Yorkers, public celebrations can be a way to recog
Events
History
Why Old San Juan’s Streets Tell More Than a Tourist Story
Why Old San Juan’s Streets Tell More Than a Tourist Story. Explore the history, people and cultural connections shaping Puerto Rican life in Puerto Rico an
Guides
A Thoughtful First-Time Visitor’s Guide to Old San Juan
Old San Juan is best explored at a pace that leaves room for looking up, taking a break, and noticing details. Its historic streets, colorful façades, pla
Culture
How Puerto Rican Families Keep Food Traditions Alive
How Puerto Rican Families Keep Food Traditions Alive. Explore the history, people and cultural connections shaping Puerto Rican life in Puerto Rico and New
Culture
Bomba and Plena: Understanding Two Important Puerto Rican Music Traditions
Bomba and plena are two important musical traditions associated with Puerto Rico. They are sometimes mentioned together at cultural events, but each has i
Culture
A Beginner’s Guide to Understanding Bomba and Plena
A Beginner’s Guide to Understanding Bomba and Plena. Explore the history, people and cultural connections shaping Puerto Rican life in Puerto Rico and New
NYC Community
How Neighborhood Murals Help Preserve Puerto Rican Stories in New York
In New York City, a neighborhood mural can function as a public memory board. Images of family life, music, migration, historic figures, and island landsc
Puerto Rico
The Meaning Behind Puerto Rico’s Colorful Traditional Architecture
The Meaning Behind Puerto Rico’s Colorful Traditional Architecture. Explore the history, people and cultural connections shaping Puerto Rican life in Puert
Culture
Why Puerto Rican Masks Tell Stories Beyond Carnival
Colorful masks are among the most recognizable images associated with Puerto Rican festival culture. Yet a mask is more than a bright accessory or a costu