The Walsh-García Collection Exhibit

The Mexican Cultural Institute in Washington, D.C. is pleased to welcome the Walsh-García Collection, a remarkable collection of more than 450 books and materials offering a unique glimpse into one family’s longstanding relationship with Mexico, its history, and cultural heritage.

This extensive library was generously donated by Eugene Walsh García on June 18, 2026. The collection's origins trace back to Eugene's maternal grandfather, a native of Campeche, who began acquiring significant titles such as My Art, My Life by Diego Rivera and The Aztecs, People of the Sun by Alfonso Caso. It even includes an 1898 first edition of Coordinación Alfabética de las Voces del Idioma Maya (Alphabetical Compilation of Maya Language Terms), one of the Maya dictionaries compiled during Mexico's colonial era.

The collection continued to grow with Thomas F. Walsh, a Georgetown University professor and admirer of Mexico, who met María de los Ángeles García Campos. Their union led to Eugene, who now passes this rich legacy to the Institute. From studies of Mexican history and culture to publications exploring popular traditions and everyday life, the Walsh-García Collection reflects the richness and complexity of Mexico’s cultural heritage.

The exhibit opens to the public at the Mexican Cultural Institute, located at 2829 16th St NW, Washington, DC 20009. Please visit the provided RSVP link for more details.