Join us for Late Wednesdays, when we’ll be open until 8:00 pm. Enjoy the Museum after hours with extended access to the galleries and gift shop. Stroll through current exhibitions, pick up a unique gift, and take in the art in a more relaxed setting. Need another reason to visit? This is our last Late Wednesday featuring Images of Faith: 3000 Years of Spiritual Expressions in Mexico in the Main Gallery. Covering both ancient Mesoamerican practices and contemporary forms of spirituality, Images of Faith: 3000 Years of Spiritual Expressions in Mexico explores how faith and spirituality are honored on both sides of the border, telling a powerful story of devotion.
This month, we’re pleased to offer a preview of NMMA’s Sonido Fest, taking place on Saturday, August 15th. Sonido Fest is a free outdoor music festival showcasing the artists shaping today’s musical landscape. Join us and get a taste of this lively festival!
The evening will feature live performances by judith, Ari The Indigo, and Janesita.
judith
Born to Mexican-Honduran parents in a strict, religious, midwestern community, judith’s path was never meant to be one of convention. Her cheeky, good-girl persona wields past traumas and fiery wit in an act of defiance, daring to challenge the expectations imposed on her by the mainstream pop world. A proud member and champion of the queer community, judith’s natural gift for storytelling reframes familiar themes with clever, vaguely sarcastic wordplay, inspiring listeners to unleash their inner rebel and embrace their truth, even if it’s a bit messy.
Collaborating with heavyweight producers Elie Rizk, and Cooper Holzman (Joji, LISA, Fifty Fifty), judith creates a sound reminiscent of Billie Eilish, with glimpses of Rosalía, flawlessly complemented by her quirky melodies and playfully bilingual vocals.
Ari The Indigo
Ari the Indigo is a Mexican rapper, singer, and songwriter born and raised in Pilsen, Chicago, who began her music career at age 12. Since then, she has built a distinct presence in both Latino and hip-hop music, releasing Golden (2021), Entre El Fuego (2023), and her breakthrough EP A Pilsen Love Story (2025), which earned recognition on Spotify editorial playlists. Blending hip-hop, R&B, reggaeton, corridos, and electronic influences, Ari creates a sound that reflects both her Chicago roots and Michoacán influences. Performing across the country and sharing stages with renowned artists such as Saba and Cuco, she continues to grow a dedicated fanbase and establish herself as one of the most exciting rising voices in Latino and rap music today.
About Janesita
Janesita is a DJ, music producer, and radio host from Chicago whose sound channels the energy of Chicago house and her Mexican roots. Growing up between two countries, she developed a style that moves fluently through house, Latin house, reggaetón, techno, and more. Her sound turns rhythm into physical connection, layering percussive textures and club structure with instinct and memory. The result is both rooted and unpredictable - always in conversation with the crowd.
Having shared stages across Chicago with notable figures such as Ron Carroll, TOKiMONSTA, Classmatic, Miguel & Tons, Nia Archives, Mike Dunn, Hamdi, Sydney Charles, and Machinedrum, Janesita continues to ascend as a key player in the music industry. This September, she'll bring her sound to ARC Music Festival in Chicago, joining a lineup that celebrates the city's house music legacy.
Accessibility at NMMA:
NMMA is committed to providing a welcoming and accessible experience for all our visitors. Check out a free sensory kit designed for guests with autism and sensory sensitivities at the reception desk. Visual descriptions of Nuestras Historias: Stories of Mexican Identity from the Permanent Collection are also available for free. These descriptions enable visitors who are blind or have low vision to experience the works in the gallery through detailed descriptions of color, composition, style, and other visual elements. Visit the reception desk, where a staff member will be glad to help you check them out. Visit our Accessibility page to learn more about our offerings.