The Casa del Cordón Taíno Cultural Center, a cultural initiative by Banco Popular Dominicano, is set to host a special guided tour titled “Five Greats in Dominican Art: Jaime, Darío, Paul, Gilberto, and Eligio” on Saturday, October 18, at 11:00 a.m. This event aims to celebrate the enduring legacy of five influential figures in Dominican visual art: Jaime Colson, Darío Suro, Paul Giudicelli, Gilberto Hernández Ortega, and Eligio Pichardo. Their contributions have significantly shaped the trajectory of 20th-century Dominican art and continue to inspire contemporary artists. The tour will be led by Gamal Michelén, a renowned architect, art critic, and the current Deputy Minister of Cultural Heritage. Michelén will provide a detailed exploration of the artists’ techniques, influences, and the social themes that permeate their work, offering attendees a deeper understanding of their impact on modern Dominican art. The event is part of the exhibition “Masters of the Visual Arts,” which showcases selected works from Banco Popular’s extensive art collection. The exhibition is currently on display in the center’s temporary exhibition hall. In addition to the guided tour, visitors can explore the center’s permanent exhibit, “Our First Settlers,” which features 350 pre-Hispanic artifacts generously donated by the García Arévalo Foundation. The Casa del Cordón Cultural Center is open to the public from Tuesday to Sunday, 9:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. For more details, visit www.casadelcordon.com or follow @casadelcordon on Instagram.
Casa del Cordón hosts guided tour honoring five greats of Dominican art
