Nuestras Raices
Network Community
Cultural organizations united in preserving and celebrating Latin American heritage.
Por Amor a Mi cultura
A family-driven group of parents and children united in promoting and celebrating Latin culture.
- info@poramoramicultura.org
- sansimonsucreva@gmail.com
- Phone: 443-787-8292
Danza Folklorica Latina
Led by President Marta Orellana, this folkloric dance group proudly represents Latin American culture in the Baltimore area.
Grupo Folklorico Raices de Honduras
Keeping Honduran culture alive by showcasing its rich traditions through music, dance and theatrical performance.
La Banda El Pulgarcito USA
La Banda El Pulgarcito USA proudly represents El Salvador’s music and culture through marching band performances across the DMV area. Contact: Malvin Alas
Fraternidad Artistica y Cultural Folklorica Salay Tukuypaj Filial USA
A Manassas, VA based organization dedicated to celebrating Bolivian culture and folklore, founded January 23, 2019 by Jancarla & Giveri Parra. Contact: Jancarla Parra
Batallon Carnaval de Huejotzingo of Baltimore
A cultural group representing the brave battalion that participated in Mexico City’s legendary Battle of May 5th. Contact: César Hernández
Comparsa de Chilenos Orgullo Morelense
Contact: Carlos Rufino
Bailes de Mi tierra
Led by Director Jose Reyes, this Baltimore favorite performs Mexican & Latin American music and dance at festivals, museums and schools across the tri-state region.
Danza Alegria
Founded in 2014, this Latino youth dance program helps children ages 5 to 13 learn dance, build social skills and carry Latin American culture into future generations. Contact: Alexandra Gonzales
Los Tecuanes de Riverdale
A traditional Mexican Mixtec cultural dance group founded in Riverdale, MD in 1999 by Alfredo Perez and friends. Contact: Edwin Perez
Nuevo Amanecer
A dance organization led by Founder and Director Wilbert Danzante, where movement is felt through the soul.
Centro Cultural Bolivia
Founded April 15, 2001, Centro Cultural Bolivia is a nonprofit dance organization celebrating the best of Bolivian culture and community. Contact: Jorge M. Elera
Mexi Art
A Mexican handcraft artist sharing culture and traditions through colorful, handmade pieces made with love. Founded in 2018 by Alejandra Martinez.
Downtown Tumbao
From Mexico City to Baltimore, Downtown Tumbao fuses Afro-Caribbean beats with Jazz, Bossa Nova and Son. Flexible lineup for events of any size.
Chuco Mendoza- Musical Director
Danza de los Tecuanis Manassas, VA
A traditional dance representing the Chichimeca and Zapotec tribes uniting to defeat the jaguar, a powerful and destructive symbol in pre-Colombian cultures. Contact: Jose Luis Reyes
Pro-Imagen
Rigoberto Morales
Fraternidad Folklorica Cultural Ruphay
Founded in 2008, Ruphay is a nonprofit dedicated to empowering Bolivian youth through folkloric dance, family values and personal growth while honoring Latin American culture. Contact: Patricia Zamorano
Fraternidad Alma Boliviana
Founded in 1991, Fraternidad Alma Boliviana celebrates Bolivian folklore through the art of Caporales, Tinkus, and Cueca. Contact: Gabriela Garjeda
Fundacion Peru
Cultura Plenera
We are dedicated to preserving Puerto Rican culture across the DMV through Bomba, a 300-year-old African-influenced drum tradition, and Plena, a century-old storytelling musical genre central to Puerto Rican identity.
Uruguayos de Maryland
Founded to represent Uruguay in Baltimore’s Hispanic Heritage Month parade, this group continues to connect Uruguayan compatriots across the DMV while promoting their culture and traditions. President: Daniela Laigualda
Asociacion Civica Nicaraguense
Founded in October 2018, this nonprofit organization works to preserve and share the rich culture of Nicaragua. President: Norma Columbus
Fundacion Elena Ballet Folklorico Mexicano inc
Founded in 2012, Fundacion Elena Ballet Folklorico Mexicano is a certified 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to preserving Mexican cultural traditions through folkloric dance and regional costumes.
San Simon Sucre - Virginia
Preserving the roots of Bolivian folklore through the art of Caporales dance, bringing together all generations to celebrate and share their cultural identity.
Escaramuza Adelitas de Virginia
Escaramuza Adelitas de Virginia is a proud eight-woman team founded in 2015 by Adelaida Valdez, one of the first Escaramuza teams on the East Coast.
