Traveling Exhibition, “This is my Mexico,” Arrives to Omaha

The Mexican Consulate in Omaha has taken a significant step in cultural promotion and outreach to Mexican children residing abroad. As part of this initiative, the consulate announced the arrival of the Traveling Exhibition of the Children’s Drawing Contest “This is my Mexico” for the years 2022 and 2023 to the city of Omaha. This exhibition, which is visiting ten cities in the United States for the first time in history, includes a collection of 79 drawings made by the winners of the aforementioned editions. The annual drawing contest, open to children from all over the world between the ages of 6 and 14, has proven to be a showcase of the artistic talent of the young participants. The quality and creativity of the drawings presented are truly impressive, reflecting the rich culture and biodiversity of Mexico through the eyes of children. The opening of this outstanding exhibition took place last Tuesday, July 2, 2024, at El Museo Latino, located at 4701 S 25TH ST, Omaha, NE. The event took place from 6 to 8 pm and was attended by various personalities and members of the local community.

In a statement, the consulate expressed its enthusiasm for the participation of Cielo Ríos Ortiz, the winner from the state of Nebraska, who obtained first place in the 2022 edition. “We will be honored to have the presence of the winning participant from the state of Nebraska “, Cielo Ríos Ortiz, who obtained first place in the 2022 edition,” highlighted the consulate. The exhibition will be available to the public for a limited period, from July 2 to 20, at El Museo Latino. This is a unique opportunity for the community of Omaha and its surrounding areas to appreciate the talent and creativity of these young Mexican artists. The Mexican Consulate in Omaha invites everyone to attend and celebrate Mexican art and culture through the eyes of their children. “We hope to have her presence to celebrate the talent and creativity of these young Mexican artists!” The statement concluded. Don’t miss the opportunity to visit this wonderful exhibition and witness the incredible talent of the children who participated in the “This is my Mexico” contest. The exhibition not only highlights the artistic ability of the participants, but also promotes a greater understanding and appreciation of Mexican culture abroad.