East Harlem's Center for Puerto Rican Studies showcases two exhibitions: 'Diasporic Collage: Puerto Rico and the Survival of a People' and 'Afterlives of San Juan Hill.' These exhibitions highlight the Puerto Rican diaspora's journey and the gentrification of the San Juan Hill neighborhood, respectively. The 'Diasporic Collage' features Frank Espada's photographs and oral histories documenting Puerto Rican life, including contributions from various artists and collaborations with Michigan State University. 'Afterlives of San Juan Hill' addresses the cultural and social transformations of this historically significant neighborhood, both exhibitions are free and open through September 2025.
Espada's photographs from 1979 to 1981 illustrate the vibrant Puerto Rican communities in the U.S., particularly Hawaii, capturing their stories and traditions through oral histories.
The exhibitions, 'Diasporic Collage' and 'Afterlives of San Juan Hill,' offer an insightful look into the Puerto Rican diaspora and the impacts of gentrification in New York City.
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