On February 18, join us as we host Edwin Meléndez, author of Puerto Ricans at the Dawn of the New Millennium, for a discussion and Q&A focused on Puerto Rican migration, a consequence of the economic crisis on the island, and the changing centers of Puerto Rican community in the U.S.
Explore the Philadelphia History Museum’s exhibits before or after the event, including ¡Aquí! Art, Youth, and Heritage at Taller Puertorriqueño, which showcases Taller Puertorriqueño’s children and youth arts programs and speaks to the challenges that many Puerto Ricans and Latinos faced in moving to Philadelphia.
Puerto Ricans at the Dawn of the New Millennium
A new millennium, with new realities. The demographic and socioeconomic profile of Puerto Ricans has changed dramatically. In less than a decade, the Puerto Rican population living in the U.S. has surpassed those living in Puerto Rico.
A comprehensive look at the changing realities for Puerto Ricans since the beginning of the 21st century, this book collects and analyzes research regarding Puerto Rican migration, the lingering effects of the last recession, coping strategies that Puerto Ricans have used, and the issues affecting the population.
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