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Ex Teresa Arte Actual is a contemporary art museum located in a historic 17th-century former church and convent in downtown Mexico City. It’s one of my favorite spots to view art in Mexico’s capital.
#artmuseum #contemporaryart #contemporaryartwork #modernart #museumart
08 Nov 2026
We finally did that thing where you dance on a platform and a camera (in this case, my iPhone) twirls around you. At Mexico City’s Angel monument, the experience featured music from “La Calabaza,” a viral video — and yes, I know we didn’t get the dance right!
#travelwriter #travelselfie #gaytraveler #gaycouple #cdmx❤️
07 Nov 2026
Today’s the birthday of my sister, Glynn Chesnut, as well as my mother, Eunice Chesnut! They’re both no longer with us, but I’m taking this opportunity to share a brilliant piece of Glynn’s creative work: “Cardiac Surgery: A Patient’s Guide.”
During her 2007 recovery from cardiac surgery, she put her wit and artistic talent to good use as she created this artist’s booklet, a beautiful, tongue-in-cheek work of collage art.
I always loved Glynn’s creativity and artistic talent — and how it shown even during difficult times. She recovered from that surgery, by the way, and the booklet is still on display in her home, as it should be — actually I think it’s worthy of being on public display, which is why I’m sharing it!
#collageartistoninstagram #collageart #collageartists #collage #collage_art
06 Nov 2026
Flashback to last month’s visit to the Milwaukee Art Museum, a must-see for art and architecture lovers. Set on the shore of Lake Michigan, the facility features architecture by Calatrava and displays works by US and international artists.
#artmuseum #artmuseums #arttravel #milwaukee #visitmilwaukee
05 Nov 2026
It was exciting to watch the U.S. election results last night in Mexico City (we voted early). Democrats Abroad organized a viewing party and — as you can imagine — there was lots of cheering as the numbers came in.
We are looking forward to a new era that’s based on reason and not division, and where the economy just might improve, too. So many historic firsts in this election! (And apparently all it took was soaring gas prices and horrendous inflation to finally convince some people that we need balance and change.)
#election2026 #democrats #expatlife #votedemocrat
04 Nov 2026
Catrinas and alebrijes on Paseo de la Reforma in Mexico City. This grand boulevard hosts various types of public art throughout the year, and these are some of the beautiful works on display during the Día de los Muertos season.
03 Nov 2026
More scenes from this year’s Día de los Muertos in Mexico City, including the world’s tallest Catrina statue (I read somewhere it measures 11 stories, and it towers over the cathedral).
The Day of the Dead parade isn’t a traditional event; it was added in the 21st century, inspired by a scene from a James Bond movie. For more traditional experiences it’s worth heading to smaller towns and communities.
#diadelosmuertos #díadelosmuertos #dayofthedead #mexicanculture #mexicotravel
02 Nov 2026
Scenes from our day at the Día de los Muertos parade in Mexico City, with Angel, Alex and I sporting face paint and Abrajam providing a clean-faced contrast. This event is so wonderful — although the parade isn’t a long-standing tradition. More on that — and photos of some of the beautifully dressed participants — soon!
#diademuertos #diadelosmuertos #díadelosmuertos #dayofthedead
01 Nov 2026
We enjoyed our stroll down Black Cat Alley, a public art space in Milwaukee that features 21 murals by 24 artists from the USA and abroad. I love public art!
#publicart #streetart #streetarteverywhere #streetartnews #streetartlover
30 Oct 2026
I haven’t yet put together my list of best travel experiences for 2026, but this hotel will definitely be on it. The Saint Kate is an art-infused hotel in Milwaukee and its unique style has won me over. There’s an art gallery inside, and eye-catching artwork throughout the property. Our guest room was furnished with a record player, records and even a ukelele. This stay was one of my favorite parts about being in Milwaukee — and it’s a great example of how cool hoteliers can set themselves apart from the competition with a unique and creative approach!
#milwaukee #arthotel #hotelstyle #hotelart
29 Oct 2026
The Milwaukee Art Museum is a must-see for art and architecture lovers!
#artmuseums #artmuseum #arttravel #artlover #milwaukee
28 Oct 2026
Architecture in Milwaukee. Lots of interesting places to admire, representing various eras.
#architecturephoto #architecturephotos #visitmilwaukee #milwaukee #citytour
27 Oct 2026
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