Lorenzo Cultural Center

10/13/2026

🎬Explore Mexican history through film at Lorenzo Cultural Center!

Join us for Cabeza de Vaca as part of our Mexican Film Festival, presented in partnership with the Consulado de México en Detroit during our Día de los Mu***os celebration. 🌼

Travel back to 1528 and follow Álvar Núñez Cabeza de Vaca’s harrowing eight-year journey through hunger, disease, conflict and survival after setting sail for Florida with an expedition of more than 500 men.

This screening is part of a special tribute to filmmaker Nicolás Echevarría, whose work explores the cultural, historical and spiritual roots of Mexican identity.

🎥 Film shown with English subtitles
💬 Stay after the screening for questions and discussion!

📅 October 22, 2026 | 4 PM
📍 44575 Garfield Rd, Clinton Twp 48038 (K Building)
🎟️ Learn more at LorenzoCulturalCenter.com!

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10/10/2026

🌼💀 Celebrate Día de los Mu***os with Lorenzo Cultural Center!

This fall, explore the vibrant traditions, meaningful artwork and cultural heritage of Día de los Mu***os (Day of the Dead) through our annual exhibit and program series!

🌼Kick off the celebration with our DIA Ofrenda Bus Trip! 🚌

Join us for a special excursion from Lorenzo Cultural Center to the Detroit Institute of Arts to explore the beautiful Día de Mu***os altars, known as ofrendas, on a self-guided tour. Discover the colorful artwork and meaningful traditions that honor the lives and memories of loved ones.

📅 October 21, 2026 | 10:30 AM
📍 Departing from Lorenzo Cultural Center (44575 Garfield Rd, Clinton Twp 48038, K building)

✨ Our Día de los Mu***os exhibit and program series continues through early November, offering more opportunities to learn, explore and celebrate this rich cultural tradition!

All programs are FREE, and preregistration is recommended for presentations.

Learn more and plan your visit at LorenzoCulturalCenter.com!

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10/09/2026

🎨💀 Experience the beauty, tradition and artistry of Día de Mu***os at the Lorenzo Cultural Center!

Explore a vibrant exhibition celebrating a cherished Mexican tradition that honors the lives and memories of loved ones through colorful altars, art, history and cultural storytelling.

📅 October 19 – November 7, 2026
📍 Lorenzo Cultural Center at Macomb Community College (44575 Garfield Rd, Clinton Twp 48038)
🕙 Monday–Saturday | 10 AM–4 PM
🎟️ FREE Admission

Explore our events: LorenzoCulturalCenter.com

10/09/2026

A warm welcome from Gary Minyard, Director of Cultural Affairs and Community Engagement at Macomb Community College!

Welcome to the Macomb Center for the Performing Arts at Macomb Comm...

09/11/2026

💀🌼 Celebrate life. Honor loved ones. Discover tradition.

This fall, our annual Day of the Dead (Día de los Mu***os) Exhibit & Program Series returns to Lorenzo Cultural Center.

Día de los Mu***os is a vibrant celebration honoring the lives of departed loved ones. Families come together to remember those who have passed, expressing love and respect through colorful altars, meaningful offerings, music, dance and cherished traditions.

🌼 Explore our exhibit and learn about the rich history and traditions of Día de los Mu***os.
🎨 Discover the meaning behind colorful artwork, altars and offerings.
🕯️ Pay tribute to someone you love by participating in our community altar
🎶 Enjoy programs that bring the traditions and culture of Día de los Mu***os to life.

As autumn arrives, we invite you to join us in celebrating, remembering and learning together.

More details coming soon! Discover more: https://www.lorenzoculturalcenter.com/

📍44575 Garfield Rd, Clinton Twp 48038 (K building)

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09/10/2026

🕊️ Our 9/11 Exhibit & Program Series is coming to a close. Don’t miss your final opportunities to experience it at the Lorenzo Cultural Center.

Presentations:
🎥 9/11 Inside the Pentagon – Documentary
📅 September 11 | 1 PM
Hear the stories of those who experienced the events inside the Pentagon on September 11, 2001.

🚒 History of the Fire Service Before & After 9/11
📅 September 12 | 1 PM
Explore how September 11 changed the fire service and the lives of those who serve with retired firefighter Chris Martin.

Visit before the exhibit and series come to an end on September 12. Take time to reflect, remember and honor the courage and sacrifice of so many.

📍 44575 Garfield Rd, Clinton Twp 48038 (K building)
🎟️ The exhibit and presentations are free. Preregistration is encouraged: https://www.lorenzoculturalcenter.com/events/

09/07/2026

While we're closed today for the holiday, we look forward to welcoming you back tomorrow at 10 a.m.

Be sure to make plans to visit 9/11: When the World Stopped Turning during its final week on display. This is your last chance to experience the exhibition before it closes.

09/05/2026

As summer comes to a close, we wish you a safe, relaxing, and enjoyable holiday weekend!

In observance of the holiday, 9/11: When the World Stopped Turning will be closed through Monday, September 7. We encourage you to plan your visit during the upcoming week, as this is the final week to experience the exhibition.

The exhibit closes Saturday, September 12. Don't miss your last opportunity to reflect, remember, and honor the events of September 11 through this powerful exhibition.

09/02/2026

🚒 How 9/11 Changed the Fire Service

Join us for the final presentation in our 9/11 Program Series as Chris Martin, retired Sterling Heights firefighter and current Macomb Community College Fire Academy instructor, explores the evolution of the fire service before and after September 11, 2001.

Learn how one of the most significant events in our nation’s history reshaped the way firefighters train, prepare and respond.

📅 September 12 | 1 PM
📍 44575 Garfield Rd, Clinton Twp 48038 (K building)
🎟️ Free admission | Preregistration encouraged
👥 All ages welcome

Register now: https://www.lorenzoculturalcenter.com/events/2026-2027-season/2026-09/fire-service-before-after-9-11.html

08/31/2026

🕊️ 9/11: Inside the Pentagon

As part of our 9/11 exhibit and program series, join us for a powerful documentary featuring firsthand accounts from survivors of the September 11, 2001 attack on the Pentagon.

On September 11, 184 people lost their lives at the Pentagon. In this documentary, survivors share their stories and memories of that day—many for the first time.

📅 September 11 | 1 PM
📍 44575 Garfield Rd, Clinton Twp 48038 (K Building)
🎟️ Free admission | Preregistration encouraged

Learn more and register now: https://www.lorenzoculturalcenter.com/events/2026-2027-season/2026-09/9-11-inside-the-pentagon.html