The DC Folklorico Dance Company, founded by former Ballet Folklorico de Mexico lead dancer Maru Montero in 1992, is a non-profit 501(c)3 corporation dedicated to promoting the joy and beauty of Latin culture in the United States. From humble beginnings in church basements and school gymnasiums, the Company has grown into the premier Latin dance company in the Washington, D.C. area. Although its roots are in Mexican folk dance, the company also performs modern Latin dance, including mambo, cha cha, and salsa as well as dances from many other Latin American and the Caribbean countries.

Date: Thursday, September 26, 2024
Time: 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Location: DCA, Post Security / National Hall 

Witness Sentimiento Peruano USA taking pride in the diffusion of Marinera Norteńa, the national dance of Peru, and other Peruvian traditional dances. This dance has transcended through history, becoming Cultural Heritage of Peru.

Date: October 8, 2024
Time: 11am-12pm
Location: DCA, Post Security / National Hall

Every year, the Smithsonian celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with Smithsonian events, resources, exhibitions, and podcasts. The Smithsonian is building the National Museum of the American Latino to recognize the accomplishments, history, and culture of Latino communities.