Welcome to Veronica Robles Cultural Center

A safe space where families and individuals of all identities interested in fostering, sharing, and celebrating Latino cultures can come together to create collective memories that will last and impact a lifetime.

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VROCC is located in Boston, Massachusetts, on a National Register for Historic Buildings; the first library branch in the United States opened in the heart of East Boston in 1870.

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Festival Dia de los Muertos

The Veronica Robles Cultural Center (VROCC) presents “2024 Día de Muertos”, New England’s largest multi-day Day of the Dead celebration. This year marks VROCC’s 12th anniversary of honoring this rich tradition, inviting everyone to connect with their ancestors and loved ones.

The event features altar installations, exhibitions, a Catrina Parade, festival, workshops, and lectures, encompassing music, dance, theater, art, technology, and culinary experiences.

Join us from October 2 to November 3, 2024.

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28 August, 2024 No Comments
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Viva Mexico Festival-2024

Celebrate Mexican Independence! 🇲🇽 🎉 Join the biggest patriotic party in Massachusetts on September 14, 2024, from 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM, presented by the Veronica Robles Cultural Center and the Consulate of Mexico in Boston! Save the date on your calendar 📌

Enjoy an outdoor event with:

🎶 Live bands
🎺 Mariachi
🌮 Delicious Mexican food
🎊 Lots of fun for the whole family

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16 July, 2024 No Comments
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Viva Colombia Festival-2024

It’s time to get the flowers, the coffee, and all the joy ready! The Viva Colombia Boston Festival 2024 is just around the corner.

Don’t miss it! Mark August 10th on your calendar and join the celebration to honor our Colombian culture. 🇨🇴❤️

🕐 Time: 1:00 pm – 8:00 pm
📍 Where: On Border St., behind the Veronica Robles Cultural Center.
🎟️ Free Admission!

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5 July, 2024 No Comments
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Bienvenido Paisano

The Bienvenido Paisano event warmly welcomes immigrants new to our city, offering information about the culturally responsive programming at the Veronica Robles Cultural Center and valuable support from community partners for health, education, and housing challenges. The event will feature an open mic, dance, music, art activities, and food.

Date: Friday, June 28th
Time: 5 pm to 9 pm
6 PM Official ceremony
Location: 282 Meridian St., East Boston

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26 June, 2024 No Comments
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Mariachi Ensemble Auditions – Audiciones Ensamble de Mariachi

We are excited to open our doors to new talents of all ages. It doesn’t matter if it’s the first time they’re playing an instrument or if they already have experience, this is their chance to shine! ✨

🔸 Audition Date: June 17th
🔸 Location: 282 Meridian St., East Boston
🔸 Time: 10 am-12 pm and 3 pm-5 pm

No prior experience is needed! They just need the desire to learn and enjoy music. 💫

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12 June, 2024 No Comments
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“Viva Latinoamérica” Semana Cultural

Our VROCC Family is Proud to Share the Incredible Work Achieved from February to June 2024 During This Cultural Week 🤩

Join us at VROCC, located at 282 Meridian St, East Boston, from Monday, June 10 to Friday, June 14, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Get ready to experience a week filled with music, dance, and art that will transport you to another level of entertainment!

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6 June, 2024 No Comments

Testimonials

Valentina blossomed from a shy girl to one who radiates confidence through Ms. Robles’ dance classes. I wish that there was something like this growing up in the ’90s.” Claudia Basulto said about her 11 year old daughter, who has been a young dancer and leader at VROCC since she was 6 years old.
Claudia Basulto, was born in Mexico and moved to East Boston with her family when she was 5 years old.
Claudia Basulto, was born in Mexico and moved to East Boston with her family when she was 5 years old.
“The center has since become a refuge for those who teach and learn inside its walls. It is everybody’s cultural center. We all have access to the center to practice. We trust each other. We help each other. We take care of the center like it is our own home,” explains Sonia Castillo.
Sonia and her Husband Erwin Castillo are from Chile and both teach weekly Chilean dance classes at VROCC, they have been members for the past 10 years.
Sonia and her Husband Erwin Castillo are from Chile and both teach weekly Chilean dance classes at VROCC, they have been members for the past 10 years.
“When you think about Boston being a melting pot, the more exposure we have to all these different cultures, the more enlightened and tolerant we will be of celebrating other people’s holidays and traditions,”
Robin BakerAssociate Director of Community Engagement for Celebrity Series of Boston
Robin Baker
"Veronica's passion and devotion to the profound importance of creating space for cultural activities--one's own and learning about others--is contagious. The team at VROCC makes it happen beautifully and with such joy. VROCC is also there for their community in times of need. Being there in the center of their neighborhood for good times and challenging ones. Showing up for all of it,"
Marina Seevak Schlomo Fund
Marina Seevak

VROCC on the media

VROCC making news

How A Community Center In Boston Got More Shots Into Arms

5/13/21

Diverse Boston Neighborhoods Recruited For Sweeping Study Of Genetics And Health Outcomes

9/29/21

Mariachi singer turns loss into love for arts – and community

10/25/21

Dia de los Muertos Celebration at VROCC

11/3/21

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