Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month: “Legacies of Courage” Awardees to be Featured at El Pueblo History Museum and Sangre de Cristo Arts Center

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month: “Legacies of Courage” Awardees to be Featured at El Pueblo History Museum and Sangre de Cristo Arts Center


[Pueblo,CO]— In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, the El Pueblo History Museum and the Sangre de Cristo Arts Center have partnered with the Pueblo Latino Veterans Association to present a special exhibition showcasing the inspiring stories and portraits of the “Legacies of Courage” Awardees. This collaborative project highlights the remarkable contributions and enduring legacies of Latino Veterans who have demonstrated service to our country, cultural, social, and historical landscape of our community.

The exhibition will feature a stunning collection of photographs accompanied by detailed biographies, offering visitors a unique opportunity to connect with the personal journeys and courageous achievements of Pueblo Latino veterans. From educators and activists to artists and entrepreneurs, the “Legacies of Courage” Awardees embody the spirit, resilience, and vibrant heritage that enrich our region.

Tuesday, September 15, 2026 - Ribbon Cutting
4:30 PM–6:30 PM

El Pueblo History Museum
301 N. Union Ave.
Pueblo, CO 81003
719-583-0453

**Exhibition Details:**  
Sept. 15, 2026 – Sept. 29, 2026
- El Pueblo History Museum, 301 N. Unión Avenue, Pueblo CO 81003

Opening Ceremony - 
Guest Speaker -
State Representative House District 62 Matt Martinez

October 2-15, 2026
Sangre de Cristo Arts Center, 210 N. Santa Fe Avenue, Pueblo, CO 81003

Pueblo Latino Veterans Association - Legacies of Courage Awards Ceremony - Oct. 10, 2026–$50 pp

Both museum venues will offer free public access during regular hours, encouraging community members, students, and visitors to engage deeply with the narratives that celebrate Hispanic heritage, courage, and service to others.

“This exhibition is a tribute to the power of our Latino veterans and the extraordinary impact of courageous individuals within our community,” said Dianne Archuleta, History Museum Director. “By sharing these stories, we aim to inspire future generations and foster greater appreciation of service to others and the rich cultural fabric that defines our region.”

Sangre de Cristo CEO Andy Sánchez says, “Being a part of the Latino Legacies of Courage awards and exhibition is an honor for us at the Sangre de Cristo Arts and Conference Center. We are excited for the opening of the exhibition
of veterans' portraits at the Arts Center coming up on October 2, 2026, and our partnership with El Pueblo Museum in paying tribute to those honored, for  their service, and their sacrifice, is a tremendous privilege."    

**About the Legacies of Courage Award:**  

The Legacies of Courage Award honors Pueblo Latino Veterans  who have demonstrated exceptional courage and service to our country, demonstrated leadership in our community, service to church, family and other veterans. Recipients are selected for their courage in the military and the ways in which they have selflessly served others.

For more information about the exhibition or to schedule group visits, please contact:

El Pueblo History Museum - Dianne Archuleta, Executive Director at 719-766–1198

Andy Sánchez, CEO,
Sangre de Cristo Arts Center at 719-295-7200

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Legacies of Courage

For Immediate Release: 

For more info: 

Media Contact:

Gloria Gutierrez
slowglo53@icloud.com
719-334-1503

Arts Center Contact:

Amanda Santistevan

amanda@sdc-arts.org

719-295-7200 ( HTW )

719.295.7210 ( Buell )