Ancient Civilizations
This ancient civilization built cities like Chichén Itzá and tracked the stars with advanced calendars.
Who are the Maya?
This blue-and-white ceramic style is a proud Mexican tradition found in tiles, plates, and churches.
What is Talavera pottery?
In 1968, Mexico City became the first Latin American city to host this global sports event.
What are the Olympic Games?
Enchiladas, tacos, and chili con carne are everywhere in San Antonio. This blend of Mexican and Texan cooking is so popular it became its own style.
What is Tex-Mex?
Accordion, guitar, and Spanish lyrics come together in this music style, rooted in Mexican and Texan culture.
What is Tejano music?
Before Mexico City, this was the capital of the Aztec empire, built on a lake.
What is Tenochtitlán?
Known for her bold colors and self-portraits, she is one of the most famous Mexican painters.
Who is Frida Kahlo?
This Mexico City university is one of the largest in the world and has produced Nobel Prize winners.
What is UNAM, the National Autonomous University of Mexico?
Every spring, San Antonio hosts this huge celebration with parades, music, and cascarones — colorful confetti eggs that come from Mexican tradition. What is it called?
What is Fiesta San Antonio?
From street names like Zarzamora and Guadalupe to everyday phrases like ‘¿Cómo estás?,’ this is the most spoken language in Texas after English.
What is Spanish?
This early civilization is remembered for giant stone heads that still stand today.
Who are the Olmecs?
This contemporary artist is known for turning weapons into musical instruments and art for peace.
Who is Pedro Reyes?
Once ranked the #1 female golfer in the world, she inspired young athletes everywhere.
Who is Lorena Ochoa?
San Antonio is home to five historic sites that blend Indigenous and Spanish culture, including the Alamo. Together, they’re recognized by UNESCO as World Heritage.
What are the San Antonio Missions?
Before Texas cowboys, Mexican vaqueros were already herding cattle and shaping cowboy culture. What is the Spanish word for cowboy?
What is vaquero?