NEWS & PAST EVENTS

Peruvian artist Rudolph Castro’s “Sixty-Two Hours of Travel, Fifty-Nine Years in the South.”

January 25th, 2019

Presented by Mercado369 and the Oak Cliff Cultural Center, the Peruvian artist Rudolph Castro’s “Sixty-Two Hours of Travel, Fifty-Nine Years in the South.”

“Sixty-Two Hours of Travel, Fifty-Nine Years in the South,” is part of a project by the Peruvian artist Rudolph Castro, where he toured three South American countries: Argentina, Chile and Paraguay, in search of the stories by the families who experienced the violence of military regimes between the 1960 and 1990 in South America.

In this exhibition, stories of objects of great symbolic content become materials that take relevance in the light of the memories they evoke. This is how the stories of the victims speak through their objects, collected, donated and carefully chosen by Castro to know and recognize the words, stories and memories that they contain.

Mercado369 Created a Space for Culture, Arts & Politics – Al Día News

November 27th, 2018

In the heart of West Jefferson Boulevard, this 7000 square foot space is not only a business where you can acquire about intricate pieces of art such as sculptures, paintings, jewelry and textiles from more than 10 Latin American countries, from Mexico to Argentina. Here, visitors have been able to celebrate music, culture and even politics.

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Alfonso Castillo: Art Talk & Workshop

November 27th, 2018
Alfonso Castillo Hernandez took the Art Talk stage to share the secrets of this expressive art form, steeped in tradition. The Castillo family come from a long line of Puebla potters. They began making utilitarian pieces for the everyday needs of the community. After many years of experimenting with various processes, they have perfected their current art which consists of elaborate clay skeletons and vases with colorful designs and elements from nature.

Rigoberta Menchú Visits Mercado369

October 5th, 2018
Honored guests, Rigoberta Menchú and Vicente Fox, were greeted with the beautiful sounds from Mariachi Sol Azteca, a graceful performance by Alegre Ballet Folklorico and songs from Emiliano El Sol Michoacano. Our distinguished speakers delivered an inspirational message of hope, collaboration, love and strength to light the way for a brighter future.

Mercado369 Pop-Up at Toyota Headquarters

October 5th, 2018
Mercado369 is proud to be featured in Toyota North American Headquarter’s during Hispanic Heritage Month in their exhibition hall, the Toyota Experience Center.

September Art Talk with Pedro Perez

October 5th, 2018

Pedro has been highlighting Mexican culture through music and dance for 25 years with his dance company Alegre Ballet Folklórico. On September 8 people admired his collection of traditional garments from different regions in Mexico as he explained their historical significance.

August Art Talk & Workshop with Helio Gutierrez

August 24th, 2018

Helio Gutierrez is a highly distinguished pottery master from San Juan de Oriente, Nicaragua. He has been the recipient of many international awards, including the UNESCO award for excellence for his modern innovation in pottery sculpture and design. On August 11, 2018 Helio came to Dallas to share his remarkable journey of transforming the future of San Juan de Oriente ceramic art.

Interview with Viola Delgado

August 15th, 2018

Viola is an accomplished artist whose work can be seen exhibited throughout Texas. Her body of work also consists of public murals and permanent installations at the DFW airport and DART rail stations. She was our guest artist for July’s Free Art Talk and Making of Workshop.

June Art Talk & Workshop with Fernando Andriacci

August 15th, 2018

On June 9th Fernando Andriacci took the stage of our art Talks series and “making of” workshop series. He took us on a fascinating journey into the creative thought process behind his transformative work.

Tucked Inside an Oak Cliff Art Gallery, Hatuey Cafe and Bar Pours Stellar Latin American Spirits

May 22nd, 2018

Finding a new neighborhood hangout isn’t always an easy charge in Dallas — unless you happen to walk into the Mercado 369 artisan gallery in Oak Cliff and make your way to the back. Nestled amid breathtaking hand-worked pieces that come from all corners of the Americas you’ll find a small gem called the Hatuey Café and Bar.

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Art Talks Series with Tito Medina – Mercado369

May 12th, 2018

On May 12 Tito Medina took the stage of our Art Talk and Making of workshop series.

Art Talks Series with Felipe Horta – Mercado369

April 14th, 2018

On April 14 Felipe Horta took the stage of our Art Talk and Making of workshop series.

 

Jorge Ramos Event – Oak Cliff – Mercado369

April 6th, 2018

Jorge Ramos visited Oak Cliff on April 6 and got a tour of Mercado369. He came to Dallas to promote his book and for a fundraiser that supported the World Affairs Council Education Program. Mercado369 was a proud sponsor of this event.

 

Art Talks Series with Juan Quezada – Mercado369

March 10th, 2018

Oak Cliff got to travel back in time to the pre-Hispanic era as internationally acclaimed Mexican potter Juan Quezada took the stage of our Art Talks series in March.

Vicente Fox at Mercado369 – Mercado369

February 18th, 2018

Mercado369 hosted a fundraiser with Vicente Fox, the 55th president of Mexico. Proceeds supported Centro Fox youth education programs, helping the Guanajuato, Mexico-based nonprofit organization continue providing leadership-building opportunities to students ages 6 and up.

Alebrijes – Azteca Dallas 55

February 15th, 2018

¿Sabías que la película COCO está inspirada en los Alebrijes? #SomosTexas junto a
Ana Cruz te recomendaran un taller donde puedes practicar este arte.

Art Talks Series with Yolanda Ormachea – Mercado369

February 10th, 2018

The success of Mercado369’s free Art Talks series continues Feb. 10 featuring Yolanda Ormachea, the Peruvian world-renowned artisan who originated the butterfly-wing jewelry art form!

Art Talks Series Launch with Jacobo & María Angeles – Mercado369

January 13th, 2018

Oaxaca, Mexico’s cultural art and history came to Oak Cliff! Mercado369 launched its free Art Talks series with internationally renowned artisans Jacobo and María Angeles.

Making of Alebrijes Workshop – Mercado369

January 10th, 2018

Internationally renowned artisans Jacobo & María Angeles guided guests through painting an “alebrije” to life! Through their vivid alebrije creations and sharing of expertise, Jacobo & María maintain one of Oaxaca, Mexico’s oldest artisanal traditions alive.


 

Texan of the Year finalist Jorge Baldor’s quiet philanthropy helps transform Dallas – Dallas News

December 20th, 2017

Baldor’s latest project is Mercado Artesanal, a gallery that offers the work of Latin American artisans in a showroom on Jefferson Boulevard. The project not only helps artists from impoverished communities, it also helps transform a historic Dallas street with beauty.

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Oak Cliff’s Mercado Artesanal combines open-air Latino market, high-brow art gallery – Dallas News

November 27th, 2017

Picture an open-air Latino market combined with a high-brow art gallery and you have Mercado Artesanal, a new attraction on West Jefferson Boulevard. Although Oak Cliff is known for its Latino businesses, the new art operation is a novelty for the street, which mostly features quinceañera dress stores, taqueríaspaleterias and panaderías.

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Dallas: Mercado Artesanal de Oak Cliff abre un nuevo espacio para artistas y artesanos – Al Día Dallas

November 24th, 2017

Imagínese un mercado latino al aire libre fusionado con una galería de arte. El resultado es el Mercado Artesanal, que abrió recientemente en West Jefferson Boulevard. Aunque esa parte de Oak Cliff es conocida por sus comercios hispanos, el nuevo espacio artístico todavía es una novedad en esa calle, donde abundan las taquerías, tiendas de quinceañera, paleterías y panaderías.

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Mercado Artesanal Highlights Latin American Food, Drink and Art on Jefferson Boulevard – Dallas Observer

November 20th, 2017

Cruising down the Jefferson Boulevard drag, you’ll find a variety of Hispanic/Latino-focused businesses — from taquerias and quinceañera dress shops to grocery stores — and the historic Texas Theatre. Slowly, newer shops and eateries catering to different crowds are moving into this Oak Cliff neighborhood.

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Mercado Artesanal 369 – Azteca Dallas 55

November 18th, 2017

Mercado Artesanal 369 abrió sus puertas en Oak Cliff en Dallas. ¡Tiene que visitarlo!

As Oak Cliff Changes, New Art Gallery Hopes To Maintain Latin American Culture, Identity – KERA News

November 13th, 2017

Oak Cliff’s Bishop Arts District is in the midst of a makeover with new retail and apartments. A few blocks away, a new art gallery – Mercado Artesanal – aims to help the neighborhood keep its cultural identity.

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Mercado369 Grand Opening – Mercado369

November 10th, 2017

Thanks to everyone that came and made our Grand Opening a success! Attendees got to experience the rich culture and history of Latin America through our showroom galleries filled with one-of-a-kind original art.

Dynamic new Dallas gallery-cafe infuses Oak Cliff with Latin culture – Culture Map Dallas

November 9th, 2017

An exciting new artisan operation celebrating Latin American art and culture is coming to North Oak Cliff. Called Mercado Artesanal, it’s a combination market-cafe-gallery spotlighting one-of-a-kind original art, sculpture, jewelry, textiles, and gifts that reflect the rich culture and history of Latin America from Mexico to Argentina.

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Things to Do in Dallas This Weekend: Nov. 10 – 12 – D Magazine

November 9th, 2017

A group of showroom galleries opens on Jefferson near the Oak Cliff Cultural Center and the Texas Theatre, and they’re worth looking into, as both co-working-space lingo and suggestions of indigenous live music featuring handmade instruments show up in the beginnings of its online presence. Mercado Artesanal will offer “one-of-a-kind original art, sculpture, jewelry, textiles and decorative home and corporate gifts, personally selected by our team, that reflect the rich culture and history of Latin America from Mexico to Argentina.”

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