Cheech Marin opens museum for Chicano art and culture

As part of the iconic duo, "Cheech and Chong," Cheech Marin helped define an era with their stoner comedy. He parlayed his financial success into collecting Chicano art, and now Marin gives Anthony Mason a tour of the museum that bears his name and displays his art.
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[@cardinal8268]

This looks great. If you're ever in Chicago visit the Mexican Museum of Art. It's great as well.

[@LLV1915]

In pilsen next to Harrison park

[@cocoaorange1]

I live in Chicago, I would like to visit it.

[@killawhatt8620]

He is a big supporter of the arts. Wonderful.

[@robertafierro5592]

Good Man, that Cheech Marin!

[@zoecunningham3019]

Gorgeous art. Impressive, complex diversity of all formats represented . Each speaking their story strengths

[@SOUTHERNCALI1714]

🤨SO WHY BOTHER CHECKING OUT THE VIDEO IF NOT FOR YOU

[@agfromdai.e3806]

​​​@majorcbasshow tf do they all "look the same" & "all cover the same topic" you mean highlighting our history & struggles us as Chicanos went through. Just say you're racist & go

[@lalinera8279]

I am not even a Latina and I am soooooo proud of him. You go Cheech. When opportunity meets preparedness.

[@aapp953]

Reminds me of the stoic quote "luck happens when preparation meets opportunity. I believe it was Seneca that said it.❤️

[@MariaGasca-Reyes]

Chicano stands for Mexican American It's a people who have been in the South West when it was Mexican territory latinos from south America and Caribbean don't have to do with. The historical Mexican American symbolism in the U.S especially in the South West there is a historical boundary which Dose not include other latinos.

[@michelemedina3583]

Cheech, you are an inspiration to Mexican people. THANK YOU!

[@LaDon08]

I am African american and I have always been a fan of Cheech, but my admiration for him has jumped after seeing this piece.

[@cheechwizard6541]

De nada, Holmes!

[@lilianamedina1724]

More like Inspiration to us Mexican Americans born and raised in the 🇺🇸 we may not be good at speaking Spanish but we are passionate about our Mexican culture.

[@edyann]

@@lilianamedina1724 Exactly, thank you. I'm in Mexico. I AM Mexican. You all are Americans and while you're proud of where your people come from- you all don't speak and think and talk like me. Two TOTALLY different cultures.

[@lilianamedina1724]

@@edyann Exactly, Mexicans and chicanos are diffrent people, but we still have Mexican blood flowing through our vains and we are proud to have Mexican roots. I'm thankful to have been raised in a mexican where my parents kept the Mexican house hold and kept the culture alive. Heck, I eat Nopales, make tortillas and much more. Soy mas ranchera at heart ❤️ even though I was born in the US

[@janetbeebe6578]

Thank goodness this beautiful Art has a home.

[@miriamO212]

I'm not really an art person, but I loved visiting the Cheech Museum.

[@Hennacrone1]

So very proud to have this world class collection here in downtown Riverside! The current show by the De La Torre brothers closes in January, try not to miss it! It is epic!!!

[@RhiannaCH]

I remember this place when it was a library. It was an amazing three story library. I am glad the building is being put to use and not being abandoned.

[@doztacos8913]

We don't leave this world with anything. Cheech's Legacy will live on for centuries maybe millennium. Thanks for the laughs Cheech and the love you have provided to this world.

[@T1374]

I introduced Chicano art to my art professor in college after seeing that many of the students were bored of listening to lectures about European artists. I forwarded her a link to the documentary, and she had the class watch it. Everyone was smiling because they felt some representation in the art that was shown, especially the murals and lowrider cars.

[@soupgoblin]

What was the name of the documentary?

[@laurencaulton103]

Fantastic! What a gift to the Chicanos, and to everyone.

[@Hotlooksamerica]

Cheech Marin has the largest privately owned collection of mesoamerican artifacts. I saw him as a guest professor at Stanford and it was one of the best classes I ever attended.

[@ketzalzin6321]

That must have been a dope lecture! Was it with the Chicano Studies department?

[@Hotlooksamerica]

@@ketzalzin6321 flyer up at coho one day only special event

[@erinrising2799]

that's so awesome that he is sharing his passion with everyone

[@billc.4584]

Good for Cheech. Well done.

[@robertafierro5592]

Mr Marin is such an even keeled and creative guy. He's well versed in all the arts..Ch8cano art is ALWAYS TIMELESS, have you noticed??

[@redflame44]

after seeing this... i'm headed to riverside to checkout this amazing chicano art museum!! thanks Cheech :)

[@adventurecreations3214]

Thank you Cheech for ALL your good work.

[@donniezawadski2047]

very proud of my chicano roots here in Lincoln heights , glad to see us moving up in the world.

[@mr.mr.1313]

Exactly, but do need more representation like cheech people with clout or in the limelight!

[@rafael-4607]

I bought a book of his collection about 12 years ago called Chicano art and I saw alot of familiar pieces, the car crash piece and zoot suit riot were some of my favorites😀

[@nyriagarcia468]

Lol, I'm that Mexican American not liking to get up early this morning, but i had to, so I did real slow🙋🏻‍♀️🙋🏻‍♀️🙋🏻‍♀️🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@elchapojr6219]

Finally an Art Museum for us Chicanos Viva La RAZA 🇲🇽

[@edyann]

Why do you post my flag? You're in the U.S., wrong flag for you.

[@LC-xn4dp]

@@edyann que viva la raza 🇺🇸🇲🇽 there, i fixed it

[@edyann]

@@LC-xn4dp Gracias. Así está mejor.

[@cky7765]

@@edyann tf lmao sounds about whte

[@jeremiahmarkusmedia6915]

Next time I’m in riverside I’m definitely visiting. Chicano art is the best

[@LemonLover721]

This is wonderful 👍🏼!! Thank you Mr. Marin

[@LostandFoundTravel]

SO GREAT! The Chong Bong museum is also worth a visit.

[@Xxiii__]

luv my culture. viva la mexico

[@veronicac6969]

I went to museum a few weeks ago. It’s fabulous. It is truly inspiring for all artists. Going back a few more times with friends, grandchildren, and crafting friends.

[@kathleentyson6727]

I love two blocks from this,it’s our old public library ,i haven’t had a chance to go yet ,it’s right across the street from our beautiful Mission Inn,come visit us ,now we have our spectacular Festival of Lights at The Mission Inn ,YOU WONT BE SORRY .

[@mauriciosanchez8493]

I'm so proud to be mexican.

[@KoldAsHell]

It actually looks amazing. He should be proud for how much he's educating people and putting the hispanic culture on display. You gotta give it to dude ‼️🙌 usually I'm not into this kind of stuff but it looks hella good

[@immersiveexperiences4799]

So great! I look forward to visiting :)

[@zukione]

It is a wonderful experience! I completely recommend it to everyone! That Aztec piece in the lobby is 1 of my favorite. it's magical mesmerizing. You can sit or stand in front of it and find something different every time! If you've grown up in California of Mexican heritage traveling to Mexico or Tijuana, the art will give you nostalgia.

[@jazzyjaz9108]

Beautiful art and representation

[@soniagalindo7589]

De La Torre brothers are incredible. How they do large scale glass making art is beyond me. Because of Cheech Riverside is becoming a great community to live in and enjoy. There are so many improvements even with the college, which has expanded. Riverside has so many wonderful places to visit. Before Cheech's museum one great place to visit is Tio's Tacos. They have a patio of pure recycled art , it makes for a interesting place to visit and have drink or a meal. #tiostacos

[@frisco9568]

I love my culture🇲🇽🌹

[@TychoTV]

A very heartwarming tribute to Chicano art and culture. And it's right there in beautiful downtown Riverside!

[@drprick7432]

I have been to museums all over the world for over 50 years. The Cheech is one of my favorite museums! Even though the super talented artists are Chicano, the art is incredibly diverse. I find that the pieces tell deeper stories. For many of the pieces, there's even QR codes that send you to a link with a short video of Cheech explaining the piece.I drove 2 hours just to see the museum. If you are in the area, it's worth the drive.

[@JaneDoe-em7zi]

Woot! Woot!!! Gonna go see this amazing museum. Give the Riverside rednecks a run for their money!!! 🇲🇽 ✊🏽

[@andreabradley5837]

I was lucky enough to see him talk about his art collection about 10 years ago. So glad this exists, will visit next time I'm in LA

[@SamOaks]

I'm from Riverside area and I think all the chicanos around the area will check it out. I think this is great for the culture to have.

[@lisabuckley9538]

How beautiful, thank you for share the art work.

[@moriscoley5328]

Thank you Chong for putting the link to see Cheech's museum with the very diverse selection of Español Art. I enjoyed all of it, especially the Aztec piece that spins. Very nice 👌 👍.

[@alexlifeson8946]

I love Chicanas😘💕

[@mandox100pre3]

Man time is flying, this man is a legend, sad to see him age. . . . . We all age obviously but still, life is a trip, we all grew up on some classics like Up in Smoke! I’ll definitely have to hit Riverside next time in Cali Shout out to my family out there R I P Jesse! aka “Jeshush” 💙🕊 We miss you my boy!

[@robertafierro5592]

He will be a Dynamite Gallery owner..I'm sure he'll discover some new iconic Hispanic visual artists..

[@user-uj9zj4uv5r]

I love cheech marin when I was a teenager and he is a cool actor

[@samalama9692]

I would love to go to his museum and see all of these art pieces. ❤🖼🎨

[@kellieeverts8462]

I really like colors and texture in back ground of guy talking from podium

[@lemuelmalik8347]

Absolutely Awesome Cheech. Bravo can't wait to see the exhibitions! That's right brother King wrap your people finally! Well deserved indeed

[@abbyroed]

Such a blessing to our community 💖💝💖💝 Cheech is such an icon, and Riverside is such an iconic city. 💝💖💝💖

[@maurreese]

Absolutely beautiful art!!❤

[@FLOURISHFAMILYENT]

So dope! 🇲🇽 🇺🇸

[@jcleveland9056]

I met the De La Torre brothers in Bowling Green, Ohio. Super cool dudes, and amazing glass work!

[@DETROIT1948]

Up In Smoke...

[@mannymacias200]

I Have the opportunity to see him in September of 2022 It was awesome experience to watch all of the art that is out of display

[@Absent-being_]

So dope. Can’t wait to go ❤ Finally something for us.

[@star2be83]

That’s the kind of Art I like.. respect 👍👍

[@L.Spencer]

Stumbled upon this museum, driving by, about a month ago, by a quick half hour visit to Riverside to see the hotel. It was neat, gotta go back and see the inside.

[@pikasnipe1]

I just watched 5 movies B2B, it's weird that this pops up. The movies are fun. Corsican Brothers is bizarre and funny AF

[@sixtyonenine]

This is awesome !

[@deestersvega807]

🚬👀☕️🥹💬SmhOooooooo it’s so beautiful

[@deestersvega807]

👤💬India!!!!!! AWAKEN 🤙

[@deestersvega807]

✂️👀💬but if you WANT🤷🏿‍♂️

[@monicadelk8098]

Outstanding.

[@rickytoddbotelho9555]

In a perfect world I would ❤️ to visit.

[@07Shanks07]

Wow looks amazing! I gotta check it out

[@briezzy365]

Great guys ❤

[@AlexRodriguez-gh9pi]

Used to love them back in the day???? NO STILL LOVE THEM TO THIS & COMING DAYS

[@teresahernandez1059]

Thank you

[@down-to-earth-mystery-school]

Would love to visit this museum, long time fan of Chechen and married to a Chicano activist ✊🏽

[@saraswatisky3119]

Every once in a while, something good happens.

[@bobe3250]

Can't wait to visit!

[@lulugurl6547]

I love him. 🤗

[@ChasOnErie]

Great GREAT PERSON !!!!

[@shann_1568]

No words!!!!

[@503punxoioioi9]

Very nice, would like to visit. Adam Corolla would always bash Riverside on the Loveline radio show back in the day, but it looks like a good place to live.

[@Jason21012]

They’ve really built it up for the last 10 years. The downtown area is completely revitalized and is a pretty popular place to be now.

[@sitindogmas]

still Makin people smile

[@eyanosasioux9575]

Viva la raza 💪🏽😎🇺🇸🇲🇽🇺🇸🇲🇽🇺🇸🇲🇽

[@aapp953]

Beautiful

[@mcrivas4714]

I can’t wait to visit

[@cynthiacardoso9421]

If anyone is in South San Diego you can see a De La Torre art piece at the San Ysidro Library. Large beautiful lenticular art entryway.

[@johnathan.matthew6003]

Spent a lot of time in that library. Glad to see this.

[@kelleyconstance1094]

Heck yeah!

[@outgoingautismhowtoovercom8512]

Love it

[@louloumoon9365]

Thanks

[@thelockpickinglebowski633]

This is great.

[@2TMarie]

BRILLIANT!

[@aaronsosa5158]

I know where I'm going this weekend, need more places like this , orale !

[@lonehawkwhitlock1310]

Right on❤️‍🔥

[@eduardosotelo8446]

Wow I gotta check it out. I live 5mins away. Thanks for putting Riverside on the map Cheech 🇲🇽

[@maze-nc1ut]

Wow ❤

[@cynthiapickett7403]

Would love to go to this!

[@americanhooligans]

Dope!

[@michaelscot4816]

I love Cheech. I miss Mason! 💜💙💜

[@saammahakala]

Chong is my guy., but i like Cheech too!😊

[@DesmondDyeOfficial]

I love 😍 😍 this

[@sanchosanchez6511]

I looked up to Cheech growing up...then I met him. I was genuinely disappointed how he acted torrwards me. Like I wasn't even human. Chong is way better. An actual nice person

[@bestearthwatersky286]

Ur on another level cheech shouts out to riverside

[@LocoMenteClaraOne]

Viva la Raza Latina!!! Chicano LOVE!

[@woozy607]

Always been a big fan of cheech

[@cryptonize2105]

Keep the culture alive don’t forget where your blood comes from ❤🇲🇽

[@marthavillegas6250]

Thank yo Cheech Marin, thank you Riverside.