El Museo Teens Application

El Museo's Youth Council

El Museo's Youth Council is a free program designed for New York City youth ages 14-19. El Museo del Barrio's Youth Council recognizes the important role teens have in shaping the cultural landscape of East Harlem and beyond. Because of this, El Museo del Barrio is dedicated to creating a space where young people can explore, create and dialogue in a supportive environment. Youth programs are designed to empower youth, using El Museo del Barrio’s rich history and art to develop strategies for thinking critically and communicating effectively. Please fill out the application below and an El Museo staff will reach out to you via email. We look forward to reviewing your application!
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The mission of El Museo del Barrio is to present and preserve the art and culture of Puerto Ricans and all Latin Americans in the United States. Through its extensive collections, varied exhibitions and publications, bilingual public programs, educational activities, festivals and special events, El Museo educates its diverse public in the richness of Caribbean and Latin American arts and cultural history. By introducing young people to this cultural heritage, El Museo is creating the next generation of museum-goers, while satisfying the growing interest in Caribbean and Latin American art of a broad national and international audience.
What interests you about El Museo del Barrio's mission and its Youth program? How do you think you can contribute to this mission and this program?*

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In your own words, how would you describe a 'barrio' [neighborhood] in today's social landscape? What does a 'barrio' mean to you?*

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Cuéntanos (tell us) about yourself. What projects, ideas or issues would you like to explore through the arts? What are you most passionate about? *

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What are or should be the roles of arts and cultural organizations in your community?*

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Who was the most recent Caribbean/Latino/Latinx/Latin American artist that inspired you and why?*

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Which of the following areas would you want to focus most on at El Museo?*

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Optional, but recommended. Supplement Materials. Please upload a sample of your work - i.e. writing, drawing, painting, prints, photography [NO SELFIES], etc.

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