Guided Search: Cultural Exchange, Central America/Carribean

The Consulate of Mexico in Philadelphia and the Mexican Cultural Center invite you to celebrate Mexican Independence Day. As part of the celebration, the Mexican flag will be raised outside the City Hall and the Consul of Mexico, Carlos Obrador Garrido, will preside over the ceremony of 'El Grito'

Enjoy a fun afternoon with games, arts and crafts, prizes, and more. 

This exhibition provides a visual comparison between traditional textiles of two indigenous communities of Latin America—the Chilean Mapuche people and the Guatemalan Maya.

Join us on Wednesday, March 3rd at Solas 2021 as we celebrate the important work that YOU have helped make possible!

This year will be the first virtual Solas Awards and while it will be different from past events, we are excited to be able to welcome everyone to join us in experiencing The Welcoming Center. During Solas 2021, you will have the opportunity to virtually network with others in The Welcoming Center community, learn more about the impact your support has on immigrants in Philadelphia, and watch a live conversation with our 2021 Solas Award honoree, Dr. José Ramón Fernández-Peña hosted by our friend and former colleague, Amanda Bergson-Shilcock.

On August 19, we’re bringing the islands to you! Join us for the 32nd Annual Philadelphia Caribbean Festival for a day full of island culture.

Award-winning entrepreneur tech innovator, cultural intelligence expert and TV commentator, Lili Gil Valletta will join us in Philadelphia on May 29, 2019 at the Pyramid Club, presented by AL DIA News in partnership with the Philly AD Club.