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Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Ventra

Ventra is proudly celebrating Chicago’s Hispanic community with a new Signature Ventra Card for Hispanic Heritage Month. The card features colorful traditional embroidery representing multiple Hispanic cultures. Below, we showcase key landmarks and vibrant murals that beautifully capture the rich history and cultural contributions of the Hispanic community in our city. Get your Hispanic Heritage Month Signature Card and join us in honoring Chicago’s Hispanic culture!

About the new Hispanic Heritage Month Signature Ventra Card

The new Hispanic Heritage Month Signature Ventra Card draws inspiration from traditional native and Hispanic embroidery, known for its detailed and colorful patterns. Deep and bright colors represent the vibrancy, heritage and orgullo (pride), as does the fine line work and beautiful floral elements. The goal of this design is to showcase Hispanic diversity in the Chicago region by drawing on elements from multiple Hispanic cultures.

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Travel to Hispanic Landmarks Around Chicago

 

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26th Street Arch (Little Village)

The 26th Street Arch marks the entrance to Little Village, a neighborhood rich in Mexican-American culture. Beyond its architecture, it symbolizes the community spirit. Step through to discover shops, panaderias (bakeries), and murals.

  • Bus: #60 Blue Island/26th, #21 Cermak
  • CTA Train: Kedzie, Pink Line Station
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Little Village Discount Mall (Little Village)

At the heart of La Villita, the Little Village Discount Mall offers goods from fresh produce to festive dresses. Amid the hustle of la raza (the community), the mall provides a welcoming space for all to experience.

  • Bus: #60 Blue Island/26th, #52 Kedzie
  • CTA Train: Kedzie, Pink Line Station
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Mercado del Pueblo - Division (Humboldt Park)

Mercado del Pueblo on Division pulses with Puerto Rican culture. Puerto Rican cuisine, handcrafted treasures, and traditional music fill the air. More than a mercado (market), it's a cherished gathering spot open on weekends.

  • Bus: #70 Division, #49 Western
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Pilsen Murals (Pilsen)

Pilsen Murals turn the streets into an open-air galería de arte (art gallery), narrating the Mexican-American experience. From the 'Pilsen Warrior' to the 'Gulliver in Wonderland,' each mural reveals Pilsen’s rich history and vibrant culture.

  • Bus: #18 16th/18th, #60 Blue Island/26th, #9 Ashland, #8 Halsted, #21 Cermak
  • CTA Train: 18th, Pink Line Station
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National Museum of Mexican Art (Pilsen)

The National Museum of Mexican Art brings Mexican culture to life in Pilsen. Ancient artifacts to contemporary works, this museo (museum) celebrates the beauty and resilience of Mexican heritage through art and cultural events.

  • Bus: #18 16th/18th, #9 Ashland, #60 Blue Island/26th, #21 Cermak, #50 Damen
  • CTA Train: Damen, Pink Line Station
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National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts and Culture (Humboldt Park)

The National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts and Culture in Humboldt Park celebrates the island’s history through exhibits that showcase the creativity and resilience of puertorriqueño (Puerto Rican) artists, inviting visitors to explore the richness of its culture.

  • Bus: #70 Division, #94 California
  • CTA Train: Division, Blue Line Station
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Puerto Rican Flags (Humboldt Park)

The Puerto Rican Flags in Humboldt Park stand tall as symbols of the resilient Puerto Rican community in Chicago. These flags represent fuerza (strength) and heritage, making Humboldt Park a key center for Puerto Rican culture in the city.

  • Bus: #70 Division, #49 Western
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Crown Fountain (Downtown)

Crown Fountain in Millennium Park, by Spanish artist Jaume Plensa, reflects Chicago's diverse faces, including the Hispanic community. This landmark is a celebración (celebration) of the many cultures that make Chicago special.

  • Buses: #3 King Drive, #151 Sheridan, #6 Jackson Park Express, #J14 Jeffery Jump, among others
  • CTA Train: Washington/Wabash, Brown, Green, Orange, Pink, and Purple Lines; Metra: Metra Electric Millennium Station
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Picasso (Downtown)

The Picasso sculpture in Daley Plaza, created by Pablo Picasso, is a 50-foot-tall icon of Chicago. Though abstract and untitled, this maestra (masterpiece) symbolizes the city’s bold embrace of modern art and serves as a centerpiece for public events.

  • Buses: #22 Clark, #36 Broadway, #151 Sheridan
  • CTA Train: Clark/Lake, Blue, Brown, Green, Orange, Pink, and Purple Lines 
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