In Spanish, “jibaro” means hick or country bumpkin. But in Puerto Rico the term is used affectionately, connoting a loyalty to the land and culture. In New York City in the 1950’s mass migration from the island, activists formed political party clubhouses, social and cultural organizations and organized campaigns for housing, healthcare education opportunities under the banner of The New Jibaros — the New York Puerto Rican identities being formed by these struggles for progress. By the early 1980s Puerto Ricans who had gained a foothold were facing gentrification and displacement from the area known as Alphabet City. How the streets once known as Avenue “C” became Loisaida Avenue is the theme linking the 6 stops of a ten block tour that starts in front of The Nuyorican Cafe on East 3rd St. and ends at Loisaida, Inc. On 9th St.
Accessibility
The walk is physically accessible for persons able to walk approximately 10 city blocks. The tour can accommodate one person in (a) wheelchair, if they are accompanied by a helper. Unfortunately, the tour has no amplification for the hearing impaired and is not available in sign language. There will be rest stops at Adela’s Restaurant on Avenue C and 4th Street prior to the tour and after the tour concludes restrooms can be found at Loisaida, Inc., on 9th St.
Location Information
RSVP is required and capacity is limited. Meeting location, ending location, and directions will be provided via email before walk date.
guided
Sunday, May 3, 20261:00 PM
90 minutes
Borough: Manhattan
Theme: Advocacy, Environment, History & Culture
Language: English
