Wednesday, September 30, 2026
6:30 PM
“The New Americans”: Our Shared Struggle for Democracy
Panel with ACLU-TX artist-in-residence Vincent Valdez
In conversation with Lonnie Ali, CEO, Muhammad Ali Center
Pay What You Can $0-25 | In-person with chair seating
Join us for a conversation exploring "The New Americans," a new series of pen-and-ink drawings that depict the faces and places that artist Vincent Valdez encounters in his search for those working toward a better tomorrow, today. Through intimate portraits and evocative scenes, the series reflects the shared struggles, resilience, and collective spirit that define contemporary America. Valdez will be joined by Lonnie Ali of the Muhammad Ali Center for a thought-provoking discussion on the themes that run throughout the series — identity, solidarity, resistance, and hope — revealing an inspiring reminder: to remain like a stubborn pulse in a struggling heart. These are The New Americans.
Parking & Transportation
Free street parking is available on Sul Ross, Yupon, Branard, and Mulberry streets. Please be mindful of posted time limits and permit restrictions, as Rothko Chapel is unable to cover parking citations.
Additional parking is available at the UST Moran Center Garage for a $10 entry fee.
For those traveling by public transit, nearby METRO bus stops are served by the 56 Airline/Montrose route (via Montrose) and the 25 Richmond route (via Richmond).
If you're biking, bike racks are available in front of Chroma Restaurant at 1513 W. Alabama St.
For guests requiring accessible access, ADA-accessible walkways are located at the corners of Yupon St. & Sul Ross St. and Yupon St. & Branard St. For passenger drop-offs, we recommend using Sul Ross St. in front of the Welcome House at 1410 Sul Ross St., which provides the most convenient access to the Chapel campus.
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