Hope you are all doing well.  I had a great time this weekend at the Dia de Independencia celebrations hosted by the Casa de Colombia in Balboa Park .  While at the event I learned about another celebration to take place at the Museum of Man next Thursday night, July 31st from 6:00pm to 8:00pm.

The event is part of the Museum’s Tower After Hours series with the goal of celebrating San Diego’s unique and vibrant ethnic mix.

The night will focus on Colombian culture including an examination of its multicultural society – including connections with Mexican, Caribbean, African, European, Middle Eastern, and Native American influences.  It will also highlight the strong influence of the indigenous people to the region including the Muisca , Tariano, and Quimbaya peoples.  Of course, the night will also focus on the great musical influence Colombia has made on the world.  Many modern day Colombian songs and instruments are linked to this early influence.  There will be live Colombian music, Colombian dance, and Colombian cuisine during the event.

For more information on the event and admission costs, please visit the event’s website connected to the Museum of Man.