An Interactive Experience Honoring Puerto Rican Service & Sacrifice
Dear Community Partner / Business Leader / Friend of Mi Patria PR,
We are honored to invite you to support De Aquí, De Allá: A Patriotic Story is an inspiring multimedia experience that honors the transformative journeys of those dedicated to serving Puerto Rico and their homeland.
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$40 Raffle ticket + Unbroken Postcard + T-Shirt
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DE AQUÍ, DE ALLÁ: A PATRIOTIC STORY
An Interactive Experience Honoring Puerto Rican Service & Sacrifice
Date: Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Time: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: El Barrio's Artspace PS109
215 E 99th St, New York, NY 10029
Cultural Celebration & Fundraiser
Hosted by: Marc Reign & La Bori
We celebrate all patriots—those who have used their talents, skills, and sacrifices to contribute to the well-being and betterment of Puerto Rico. This event tells their powerful stories through a rich tapestry of artistic mediums: visual art installations, live performance, music, spoken word, and film. It is a tribute to those who serve and have served Puerto Rico, highlighting their resilience, dedication, and unbreakable patriotism.
WHAT TO EXPECT
UNBROKEN – Film Premiere
A groundbreaking short film following a young Puerto Rican dancer through three sacred narrative stages: the mountains of ancestral awakening, the river of community and legacy, and the beach of resistance and power.
Immersive Art Installations
Step into intimate spaces that honor real Puerto Rican stories of family, survival, displacement, and the unbreakable bond to homeland. Hear testimonies. Honor ancestors. Celebrate those who fought to stay.
Panel Discussion with Film Creators
Join an intimate conversation with the filmmakers, artists, and visionaries behind Unbroken. Hear directly from those who crafted this powerful narrative about their creative process, inspirations, and the stories that drove them to honor Puerto Rican resilience and patriotism. This candid discussion offers deeper insight into the film's themes and the personal journeys of those dedicated to telling our stories.
Interactive Community Stories
Discover personal narratives from community members emphasizing the Puerto Rican experience de aquí, de allá—rooted in the island while navigating life in diaspora. These intimate testimonies capture the complexity of identity, migration, sacrifice, and the enduring pull of la Patria. Each story celebrates those who bridge two worlds while maintaining their unbreakable connection to home.
"Bomba: Voices of Resistance" – Live Performance
Experience a powerful multimedia performance featuring spoken word, live Bomba , and dance that culminates in a declaration of strength and pride.
Community Celebration
Join us for food, music, and meaningful conversation as we come together to honor service, sacrifice, and the enduring spirit of the Puerto Rican people.
OUR MISSION
By bringing together veterans, patriots, and artists—those who have dedicated their lives in service of Puerto Rico—we create a vibrant, collaborative space where creativity and patriotism converge. This interactive experience fosters understanding, community, and pride through the universal language of art, celebrating the service and sacrifice of all those committed to la Patria.
For those on the islands and those in the diaspora, this is a reclamation of our narratives and a reminder: We are unbroken.
PARTNERSHIPS & SUPPORT
This event is made possible through the generosity of:
Center for Puerto Rican Studies (CENTRO) at Hunter College
Michigan State University's College of Arts & Letters
Diasporic Collage Community Microgrant Program
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
