Friday, September 20, 2024

Opening: Weird Barrio / Por mi barrio
La Casita Cultural Center

La Casita Cultural Center
109 Otisco St., Syracuse

The opening event will include a walking tour and artist talk by Manuel Matías, followed by live music from Grupo Pagán, and a buffet of authentic Caribbean cuisine.

Weird Barrio, the art of Syracuse-based Puerto Rican artist Manuel Matías, depicts the Latino barrio experience in intricate detail. At its core, it is a testament to the power of storytelling and visual representation in shaping collective identity and fostering a sense of belonging within marginalized communities. By intricately depicting familiar settings, Westside neighborhood streets, community buildings, home environments, and conceptual representations of a unique and distinctive character, Matías invites viewers to immerse themselves in the rich tapestry of life in the barrios, capturing the essence of kinship and cultural pride that define these neighborhoods.