And while the board s plans are ambitious, it s essential according to Chavez that the Museo increase its literal size and presence in the community in order to be most impactful. Hispanics are part of the American framework and have always been, despite the fact that we ve been somewhat neglected by major institutions until now, says Chavez. His goal now is to see the Museo qualify for Tier Two funding from the Scientific and Cultural Arts Tax. That means the museum will have to increase both its budget and visitor numbers. Already the Museo has outgrown its location.
More space is needed to accommodate the increasing number of visitors.
We re close, very, very close to our goal, he adds. Museum Hours Museum hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Hispanics and non-Hispanics alike are working to grow the Santa Fe neighborhood and the Museo. The Hispanic community faces many social challenges, from workforce to education issues. The Museo is a wonderful venue to celebrate our rich culture in a positive light and, hopefully, build a sense of pride in our young people.