Taíno Areyto in Humboldt Park!

Don't miss the rare chance to witness a Taíno Areyto, a ceremonial dance of the Taino, the indigenous people of Puerto Rico, Cuba, Jamaica, Haiti/Dominican Republic, and the Bahamas. Twenty members of the Concilio Taíno Guatu-Ma-cu A Borikén (Puerto Rico) are bringing this performance to Chicago for the first time! It's a unique opportunity to learn about the Taíno Indigenous people of Puerto Rico (Borikén) and their rich traditions.

This performance is a highlight of our exhibition, ¡Taíno Vive! Caribbean Indigenous Resistance, in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institute, the Field Museum, and the Concilio Taíno Guatu-Ma-cu A Borikén. We will set up a tent with seating on our beautiful lawn to recreate a Batey-like space for this historic ceremony.

Two performances:

• Friday, May 31, 2024 at 11 AM
• Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 12 PM

Suggested donation of $10.

While there is no charge for entry, if you are able to make a donation it will support the work of Concilio Taíno Guatu-Ma-cu A Borikén.

This is made possible by the generous support of our presenting sponsor, The Angell Foundation, and our supporting sponsors: Senator Omar Aquino, Alderperson Jessie Fuentes, the State of Illinois, the City of Chicago’s Department of Special Events, the Chicago Park District, and The Illinois Arts Council.

Host or Publisher National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture