️Representing la Frontera️️️

️Representing la Frontera️️️

By Tom Lea Institute

Discover the rich depictions of Border culture in Tom Lea's art with Fellow Mariana Riestra Ahumada and a performance by El Paso Opera.

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Centennial Museum & Chihuahuan Gardens

Chihuahuan Desert Gardens El Paso, TX 79902

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  • 1 hour 30 minutes
  • In person
  • Doors at 5:15 PM

About this event

Community • Heritage

🎤 Discover the rich depictions of Border culture in Tom Lea's art with Tom Lea Fellow Mariana Riestra Ahumada. With a background in English and writing, she will explore the complex representations of border culture in Tom Lea's literary works.

📖 Her presentation will culminate in a short poetry reading created by her—a creative response that honors Lea’s legacy.

🎼🥗 Also, enjoy a special performance by El Paso Opera inspired by Mariana’s presentation while enjoying light bites.

🆓FREE Admission: Space is limited! Spots fill up quickly.

Note: Please consider registering only if you're sure you can join us, so we can give everyone interested a chance to attend. Thank you so much!

⁉️ Questions? Please call us at 915-533-0048 or email marketing@tomlea.net

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Tom Lea Institute

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Oct 16 · 5:30 PM MDT