Plus, the gift store is probably the best in town, and the cafe isn't half bad, either. For someone who loves Frida Kahlo and can't get enough of Diego Rivera, a membership to the Mexican Museum might be the perfect gift. St., features Latino art and culture. Galeria de la Raza promotes art exhibitions and education programs in the public schools, plus literary readings. All activities are free to the public.
Members also receive invitations to receptions and special events.
The museum organizes special exhibitions such as the current show, Too Jewish, multimedia pieces by contemporary Jewish artists that reflect on the artists' very individual and sometimes humorous approaches to cultural identity. As if that weren't enough, a free poster is included in the package. The library contains more than a million historic photographs, periodicals, playbills and costume designs. An exhibit gallery features performers of the past, with historical photographs, and video and press clippings. Paul Aguirre, director of communications, emphasizes that the center creates a place to reflect on the diversity of the Bay Area.