About Arte de Lágrimas
Arte de Lágrimas uses art to tell the human story of the refugee Central American children and youth crossing over the Texas-Mexico border. Watch this documentary put together by Nadia Borja about the work we do and about the story of Arte de Lágrimas
Changing the Narrative
Arte de Lágrimas is much more than a collection of drawings or pieces of art from refugees and asylum seekers. It is the story of those who for too long have been kept at the margins, othered, and vilified. It is a call to action for everyone with a conscience to see, hear, and feel the stories of those who often are not given a chance to speak for themselves through a variety of mediums.
Our Work
Art Gallery
See samples of artwork collected during visits to the US-Mexico Border.
Teaching Borderlands Podcast
A podcast that takes a look at the history, ethics, theology, and hermeneutics of the US borderlands from a diverse Latinx perspective.
Books
Literature on the ongoing humanitarian crisis at the US-Mexico border and what we can and must do to solve it.
Events
We’ve had the privilege of showcasing the art pieces and stories we’ve collected at various universities, seminaries, churches, and institutions across the country.
Get Involved
Whether you are interested in volunteering with us in any capacity or would like to host an art exhibition and event at your institution, please get in touch and we will contact you about the next steps!