Lowrider Culture in the American Southwest |Exhibition Opening

Description

Lowriding is a quintessential Chicano tradition started by Mexican American communities in the 1940s to assert their space and empower their lives. This unique car-making tradition is infused with Latino/a soul, entrepreneurship, and ingenuity. A mix of innovation and tradition, lowriding is an affirmation of identity and values that have reached beyond the United States to influence popular culture worldwide. The exhibition is FREE all day and will be followed by a private opening available to current members and donors of the Museum, which kicks off at 5:30pm. About the Semiquincentennial: The semiquincentennial is a chance for everyone to feel a part of this major milestone in our nation. We can celebrate courage, liberty, and sacrifice, while also reckoning with difficult truths. By fostering a sense of belonging and coming together with our local communities, we can ensure that Utahns of all ages and backgrounds see themselves in American history. We'll have a members' opening with a speaker TBA at 5:30 later that evening. Next up: Buffalo Soldiers Heritage Trail: July 28th, 2026