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Classes & Workshops

MACC Education

The MACC is committed to providing a variety of inclusive, and culturally based arts and cultural activities through our dynamic classroom facilities. The MACC Education and Curatorial team presents a range of programming to feature traditional arts and crafts workshops, to contemporary expressions and applications of these traditional practices. Key art forms include but are not limited to storytelling, painting, printmaking, textile arts, culinary, dance, theatre, and design. Together with local, Mexican American artists, makers and culture bearers, the MACC is a space for learning, creativity, innovation and accessibility.

Our educational programing is designed to engage our community by celebrating and preserving Mexican American arts, culture and history.

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Classes & Workshops

MACC workshops are 1 day only events.
MACC classes consist of multiple days where you work on a project from start to finish.

MACC Open House: Community Piñatas

Workshop

Explore the MACC in its full holiday splendor and help us create piñatas that will be used in the Arts District Posada happening on Dec 18. This activity will be guided by a professional piñata maker.

Holiday Films en Tu Idioma: Holiday classics dubbed in Spanish

Workshop

Whether you are bilingual, hispanoablante, or simply looking to practice your Spanish, join us for beloved holiday films presented en tu idioma. Get into the holiday spirit and enjoy these classics with a complimentary bag of popcorn—all for just $2. Secure your spot and celebrate the season with us!

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Third Thursday: Arts District Posadas

Workshop

Join us as we celebrate our cultural holiday traditions en communidad! Enjoy holiday crafts, treat-filled piñatas, holiday carols, and cozy treats all in the Downtown Arts District!
Activities begin at 5 PM and procession will begin at 6 PM at the Museum of Art.

Felices Fiestas: Drop-in Winter Crafts

Workshop

Looking for a place to spend your time between the holidays? Drop in at the MACC and enjoy self-guided crafts that will get you ready for the New Year!

Vida Sana: Gentle Yoga Drop-in

Workshop

Stretch and relax in this beginner-friendly yoga workshop with certified yoga instructor, Ashley Nava-Monteros. Props such as blankets, straps, and blocks will be available but feel free to bring your own.

Vida Sana: Meditation Drop-in

Workshop

Invite more calm, patience, and happiness into your life. Join Bettina Escudero, meditation teacher and trauma-informed group leader, for a beginner-friendly meditation workshop. You'll learn how to relieve stress with science-backed mindfulness techniques and how to ground yourself in your body to become more resilient and compassionate with yourself and others.

Baila Salsa y Bachata Drop-in

Workshop

Learn how to dance Salsa and Bachata with Dance Instructor, Eduardo Portillo. Tailored for dancers seeking confidence, this course teaches step-by-step Salsa and Bachata, offering easy-to-follow techniques for leading and following. Whether you're new to or aiming to enhance your dancing skills, this class is your gateway to dancing with confidence on the dance floor.

The Art of Piñata Making

Workshop

Get ready for Posada season and craft your very own traditional star piñata with Mundo de Papel! Guided by a professional piñata maker, you’ll receive a pre-assembled cardboard base—handmade by the instructor—and learn step by step how to decorate it using classic materials and techniques. Celebrate the holidays with creativity, culture, and community in this festive hands-on workshop.

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Hojalata Holidays: Mexican Tin Ornaments

Workshop

Learn the art of repujado (metal embossing) with artist Maria Natividad as you create your own festive folk ornaments! Choose from traditional designs or sketch your own.

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Adults: Tamales de Rojo y Rajas con Queso

Workshop

Join Chef Enrique Lozano in our teaching kitchen for a 2.5-hour workshop diving into the rich flavors of preparing tamales. Students will learn how to make two types: the classic chile rojo and a regional favorite, rajas con queso. Rooted in tradition, students will learn how to prepare masa, develop flavorful guisados, as well as wrap and steam tamales to perfection.

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Kids: Dulce de Camote

Workshop

This hands-on workshop is geared for kids and their parents/guardians. Join Chef Yuri in our teaching kitchen for a fun and interactive cooking class where families team up to make Dulce de Camote – a warm and comforting dessert made from simmering sweet potatoes in a fragrant, warm spiced piloncillo syrup, perfect for cold weather. (Only 1 ticket is needed for family size of 2-4)

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Adults: Pozole Verde

Workshop

Join Chef Ana Dominquez in our teaching kitchen as she guides students through the process and techniques of making pozole verde from scratch. Rooted in centuries-old customs, pozole is a dish deeply rooted in Mexican cooking, and has long been a dish of celebration and togetherness. It’s cherished for its vibrant, aromatic and full-bodied broth made of chiles and tomatillos.

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