Exploring the Latino Metropolis: A Brief Urban Cultural History of US Latinos

Poets, Dancers, Theater, and Murals: Latino Art in New York

New York City is home to a wide array of cultural institutions. In particular, Latino art is a cultural institution that takes two forms: formal and informal. Latino art is spontaneous and expressive, inspired by the common identity that Latinos share. Visit the pages below to explore a few of the many facets of Latino cultural expression in New York City.

Works Cited

This page has paths:

  1. Table of Contents Sara Ahmad
  2. Latino Art and Murals around the City Alex Monier
  3. Demographics & Introductions Juana Barrera Bayona

Contents of this path:

  1. Salsa
  2. Nuyorican Poetry
  3. West Side Story
  4. Street Art
  5. Looking into Latino Influence in New York City