The Bata Project: Batas and Bomba Community Gathering

What is your first memory of "the bata?"

Join us for visual stories by Leenda Bonilla, lead artist, of The Bata Project : Urban | Island Folklore as we close and celebrate our stay at El Barrio Artspace PS109 with a final gathering and celebration.

This session blends introspection with folkloric dance to honor the strong, bata-wearing women of our lives.

Acclaimed bomba dancer and cultural bearer Milteri Tucker will lead us in a dance celebration of Diasporican culture, identity, and lineage — all in our batas!

Multimedia artis, muralist, and teaching artist Giannina Gutierrez, a Bata Project participant, will also share reflections on this community work.

Come prepared with a photo, bata, or meaningful item related to a matriarchal figure you wish to honor.

RSVP Required. Get your spot!