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UTSA Art Collection showcases the richness of Hispanic Heritage

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OCTOBER 15, 2024 — As part of its ongoing celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, UTSA Today is taking a look at some of the unique artistic expressions on campus that celebrate the tradition and richness of this culture.

The works are spread out over various points on the UTSA Main Campus. Take a walk to the second floor of the John Peace Library (JPL 2.01.01), for example, to see the portrait of renowned wrestler El Santo.

The third floor of the Main Building (MB 3.112) is home to a portrait of artist Frida Kahlo, who continues to inspire people today.

Below is more information about some of the unique art located on the Main Campus. All images are courtesy of The UTSA Art Collection.


Todo Tiene Su Efecto, 2013, by Adriana M. Garcia, is located in the Main Building in the ConTex Department (MB 1.410).

Lucha Libre: The Man in the Silver Mask, 2007, by Xavier Garcia, is located on the second floor of the JPL, next to South Commons.

Historic San Antonio, 1980, by Sandra Freeze Hulse is located along the JPL’s grand staircase on the second floor. The tapestry was created for what was then the First Federal Savings and Loan office in San Antonio. Guaranty Bank, which acquired the First Federal in the 1990s, ultimately donated the piece to The UTSA Art Collection.

Fiesta, 1985, by Luis Jimenez. is located in the John Peace Library (JPL 2.01.34).

Yo No Cuento Pero Debo Contarte, 2005,  by Alberto Mijangos is located in the John Peace Library (JPL 2.01.01). Frida Grandísima, 2003, by Richard Duardo, is located in the Main Building (MB 3.112).