Reminder!
Join us for our first RAD Open House day at the LACC!

April 18
◆ Workshop: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
◆ Exhibit tours: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Free admission and open to all ages.
More Info ➜ https://loom.ly/3CKDOXY

@visitpittsburgh
@radworkshere
#LACC #Pittsburghevents #RadDay #Free

We were delighted to host students from Hampton High School!
Their Spanish 5 classes joined us for a field trip, exploring the Latin American Cultural Center and connecting their language studies with art and culture.

Looking forward to welcoming more school groups!
🔗https://loom.ly/y9qDr7k
#LACC

Last Friday, we had the honor of hosting a keynote lecture by Dr. Lisa Lucero at the LACC, based on her 2025 book "Maya Wisdom and the Survival of Our Planet", as the opening event of the 47th Midwest Conference on Mesoamerican Archaeology and Ethnohistory.

Thanks to everyone who joined us!
#LACC

More school groups at the Center!
This time, we’re excited to welcome students from the Spanish class at Cathedral Preparatory School for a special visit.

Interested in bringing your group or class?
Schedule your visit:
🔗https://loom.ly/y9qDr7k

#LACC #Pittsburgh #Schooldistrict #FieldTrips

That’s a wrap on our final LACC Film Series of the season.
Thank you to everyone who joined us and made each night so special.
What was your favorite film?
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Stay tuned for the 2026-27 offerings.🎬
#LACC #FilmSeries #Pittsburghevents

We were thrilled to welcome 60 students from the Beaver Area High School to LACC last week.
It’s always inspiring to see bright young people engaging with Latin American culture, art, and history.
Thank you for visiting us!

Book your tour → https://loom.ly/y9qDr7k
#LACC #FieldTrip #Schools

Costa Rican Mask-Making Workshop at the LACC - Latin American Cultural Center (LACC) Free admission and open to all ages Latin American Cultural Center 4338 Bigelow Boulevard, Pittsburgh, PA 15213 Join us at the Latin American Cultural Center for a hands-on mask-making workshop inspired by Costa Rican traditions! This is a fun, FREE, creative experience for families, students, and community members of all ages. Saturday, April 18 CostaRead More

RAD Day: Join us for our first RAD Open House day at the LACC!

April 18
◆ Workshop: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
◆ Exhibit tours: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Free admission and open to all ages.
More Info ➜ https://loom.ly/3CKDOXY

#LACC #Pittsburghevents #RadDay #Free

Young minds in the building!
During their visit, they explored our permanent exhibits, our recently acquired Tree of Life, and, of course Costa Rica: Between Oceans and Continents.
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Schools, plan your visit now: https://loom.ly/y9qDr7k
#LACC #Pittsburghevents #Schooldistrict

This week, last series of films for spring!

March 19 |6 pm

➣ Legado (Short)
Directed by Zumaya Mayers and Rodrigo Cuervo
Colombia, Ecuador, 2024 24’

➣ Manuela (Film)
Directed by Clara Cullen
Argentina, 2022, 71’

Get your tickets: https://loom.ly/d8taLq8
#LACC #Pittsburghevents #films

We welcomed the Spanish class from Penn-Trafford High School for an immersive visit to the Center! Students explored our “Costa Rica: Between Oceans and Continents” exhibit and learned about Latin America’s culture, history, and arts.
🔗 https://loom.ly/JA_MR1g
#LACC #Pittsburghevents

Last Friday, we welcomed the College-Level Spanish class from the Pittsburgh Science and Technology Academy for an immersive visit, where they explored our Costa Rica exhibit, and learned more about its culture, history, and nature in spanish!

Book your tour today: https://loom.ly/y9qDr7k
#LACC

Manuela (Argentina) – Drama

Manuela is an intimate and powerful reflection on migration, motherhood, class, and identity.

Thursday, March 19 | 6PM
📍4338 Bigelow Boulevard Pittsburgh, PA 15213
🎞️Tickets: https://loom.ly/d8taLq8
#LACC #Manuelafilm #Argentina #Pittsburghevents

Legado, a powerful documentary film that brings visibility to the ancestral struggle and the social realities of Black communities in Colombia.

Thursday, March 19
📍4338 Bigelow Boulevard Pittsburgh, PA 15213
🎞️Tickets: https://loom.ly/d8taLq8
@ficcalioficial
#LACC #Colombia #Pittsburghevents

Discover the story behind Costa Rica’s iconic Oxcart Wheel.

This vibrant piece, created by Costa Rican artist Ricardo Solís, is part of the exhibition Costa Rica: Between Oceans and Continents.

Learn more about the wheel and Costa Rica at LACC
🎟️https://loom.ly/y9qDr7k

#LACC #PittsburghEvents

A visit to LACC is more than a field trip, it’s an opportunity for students to discover diverse perspectives, deepen their cultural understanding, and connect with Latin America’s heritage

Contact: https://loom.ly/y9qDr7k
📩 lacc@lasaweb.org
#LACC #Pittsburghschools #Schooldistrict

This week we highlight how design reflects national identity:
commissioned by the Banco Central de Costa Rica, the currency brings together historical figures and vibrant ecosystems from rainforests to coral reefs, placing biodiversity in everyday life.

Tickets 🎟️ https://loom.ly/-JqDpfw
#LACC

Toys "R" Us Canada to stop accepting gift cards after Monday If you have a Toys “R” Us Canada gift card, today is your last day to use it. The toy store chain has said it will cease accepting gift cards after Monday. The move is part of the creditor protection proceedings the beleaguered retailer began earlier in the month as it struggled to pay bills. […]

Starting tomorrow, Toys’R’Us will no longer accept gift cards

toronto.citynews.ca/2026/02/16/toys-r-us-can...
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À compter de demain, Toys’R’Us n’acceptera plus les cartes-cadeaux.

https://lp.ca/mG4RnP

#Canada #ToysRUs #CCAA #LACC

Take a look at some of the best moments from our second Spring Film night.
Moon Belly (Vientre de Luna) and Querido Trópico, touching films inviting us to reflect on the meaning of motherhood through time.

March 19, the last of our Spring Series – https://loom.ly/d8taLq8
#LACC

Doron Ofir, partner of LA Comic Con and Comikaze Entertainment, "Owes everything to Jeffrey Epstein" and "would do anything for you, Jeffrey."
He's in the files gushing over and exchanging FedEx packages even after Epstein's 2008 guilty plea.
#LAComicCon #LACC should be looking into their ties here.

Discover the beauty and craftsmanship of pre-Columbian Costa Rica in our exhibit at the Latin American Cultural Center.

🎟️Reserve your tickets today: https://loom.ly/y9qDr7k

#LACC #PreColumbianArt #Ceramics #PittsburghEvents

LACC Film Series – Spring 2026 / Series II - Latin American Cultural Center (LACC) The Latin American Studies Association (LASA) is proud to present its Spring 2026 Film Series at the Latin American Cultural Center (LACC) in Oakland. The LACC Film Series will occur on three Thursdays between January and March 2026. All programming includes one short film and one fiction feature. Join us in this must-see series, asRead More

Next week on LACC!

🔹 Vientre de Luna : A documentary from Mexico

🔹Querido Trópico: Drama from Panama

6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍4338 Bigelow Boulevard, Pittsburgh, PA

🎟️: https://loom.ly/CVAhOI8

#LACC #Pittsburghevents

Explore the beauty and craftsmanship of Pre-Columbian Gold at LACC.

These gold pieces from the Pacific Coast (Diquís), dating from 700–1550 CE.
On loan from the Pre-Columbian Gold Museum of the Museos del Banco Central de Costa Rica.
#LACC #LACCCostaRica #Precolumbian #museums

🎬 Querido Trópico (Film)

Directed by the acclaimed Ana Endara, Querido Trópico is a poetic and intimate film that explores memory, care, and human connection.

Feb 12th | 6 PM
📍4338 Bigelow Boulevard. Pittsburgh, PA 15213

Tickets: https://loom.ly/CVAhOI8
#LACC #PittsburghEvents

Due to inclement weather, the Latin American Cultural Central will be closed today, January 27.
We appreciate your patience and understanding.

Stay safe, and we look forward to welcoming you back on Wednesday, January 28th.

#LACC #Pittsburgh

LACC Film Series – Spring 2026 / Series II - Latin American Cultural Center (LACC) The Latin American Studies Association (LASA) is proud to present its Spring 2026 Film Series at the Latin American Cultural Center (LACC) in Oakland. The LACC Film Series will occur on three Thursdays between January and March 2026. All programming includes one short film and one fiction feature. Join us in this must-see series, asRead More

🎬 Vientre de Luna (Short)

Directed by the brilliant Liliana K'an, and produced by Terra Nostra Films's Nicolas Dèfossé and Daniela Contreras, Vientre de Luna is independent cinema at its finest.

Feb 12th | 6 PM

Tickets: https://loom.ly/CVAhOI8

#LACC #PittsburghEvents

LACC Film Series – Spring 2026 / Series II - Latin American Cultural Center (LACC) The Latin American Studies Association (LASA) is proud to present its Spring 2026 Film Series at the Latin American Cultural Center (LACC) in Oakland. The LACC Film Series will occur on three Thursdays between January and March 2026. All programming includes one short film and one fiction feature. Join us in this must-see series, asRead More

Join us for LACC Film Series – Spring 2026 / Series II

◉ Vientre de Luna (Moon Belly)
◉ Querido Trópico (Beloved Tropic)

Feb 12th | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 LACC
🎟️ https://loom.ly/CVAhOI8

#LACC #Pittsburghevents

The LACC Spring Film Series is officially underway!

Thanks to everyone who came out yesterday to watch Distancia and Puan with us.

🗓️ Save the date: We’ll be back in February 12 for our next Film Series Thursday. You won’t want to miss it!

#LACC #PittsburghEvents

Today, the Latin American Cultural Center was honored to host January's Oakland Task Force (OTF) meeting. As a hub for culture and education in Pittsburgh, we believe it is vital to provide a space where the city’s institutions and community leaders can come together.

#LACC #OaklandTaskForce

🎬 Take a sneak peek at PUAN, a comedy-drama about the absurdities of academia that reflects the crisis in Argentine society. We will be screening it on January 15th, at the LACC!

Secure your spot and book your tickets for PUAN now!
🎟️ https://loom.ly/WWvfdXo

#LACC

Get ready for an unforgettable experience. Join us for the first screening of our Spring 2026 film cycle, on January 15, at 6 p.m.

🎟️ Book your tickets here: https://loom.ly/WWvfdXo

#LACC #FilmSeries #PittsburghEvents