National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture

The National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture (NMPRAC) is the only freestanding museum in the nation devoted to showcasing Puerto Rican arts and cultural exhibitions year-round. Founded in 2001 by members of Chicago’s Puerto Rican community and local supporters of arts and culture, NMPRAC serves as a one-of-a-kind institution that celebrates the best of Puerto Rico’s identity and heritage. Under the leadership of Billy Ocasio, the museum embarked on a years-long renovation of the historic Humboldt Park Stables and Receptory into attractive exhibit, event and office space, finally debuting the new space in 2012. The museum has offered quality community arts and cultural programming, including visual art exhibitions, hands-on arts workshops, films in the park and bi-annual arts and cultural festivals. It serves as a cultural center for all, connecting new generations to the diasporic arts, culture and history of the Puerto Rican people.