Standing tall at the very edge of Paseo Boricua, the two enormous steel flags of Puerto Rico mark the entrance to this vibrant cultural corridor. They stand as silent giants, sentinels of pride and resilience, welcoming all to this vibrant heart of Chicago’s Puerto Rican community. The flags, weighing 45 tons each, soar 59 feet high and span 55 feet wide. They represent far more than simple metal, but the spirit of the generations of Puerto Ricans who have built their lives in Chicago. These flags, installed in 1995, are a physical representation of the strength and legacy of the Puerto Rican people in Chicago. They stand as beacons of community, a testament to the enduring spirit of those who paved the way and a promise of continuity for the future that is ahead.
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Step through the grand wooden doors of the Central House of the Workers of Art, and you’ll be transported to