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Terrace Talks

Previously Recorded Terrace Talks

As a part of our events schedule, the library offers a series of educational presentations on the Bertelli Terrace, mainly during the fall and winter months. These events are meant to educate audiences on a range of topics ranging from aspects of local Oaxacan history to niche interests presented by enthusiastic speakers. Tickets go on sale 30 days prior to an event.

Our terrace has a limited seating capacity for presentations and fills up fast so reserve tickets for any events as early as possible. Please only register for events that you plan to attend. You must check-in at the event at least 10 minutes prior to the start of the event. Unclaimed seats will be offered to those on the waiting list 5 minutes prior to the start time. Many of our presentation are now live streamed so you can also enjoy them from the comfort of your home. For presentations that are live streamed, you will see "Live Stream" as one of the ticketing options.

Guests are welcome to be added to the waiting list, in person at the door, 30 minutes before the event for sold out events. This first come, first served list will offer any unclaimed spots for the presentations. 

 

Presentations take place on the 2nd floor terrace of the Library.

 

Seating in the 1st floor salon can be arranged for those unable to access the terrace. The presentation will be via video stream for those in the salon. The OLL must be notified a minimum 7 days in advance if you require 1st floor salon seating.

If you have further questions about our policies regarding events, you will presented an opportunity to review these policies before completing your purchase. For a full OLL policy listing visit our policies page.

To view a listing of events you have signed up for use the "Sign into Website" link on the upper left corner just under the header of each webpage.

Click here to see our event refunds policy.

  • Talk - Coachera en Servicio (a neighborhood collective)
    Talk - Coachera en Servicio (a neighborhood collective)
    Mar 10, 2026, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
    Oaxaca de Juárez, Calle de José María Pino Suárez 519, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico
    The presentation investigates the formation of urban communities, exploring the field of art as a space for cultivating knowledge and fostering social connection. This is a free presentation. Registration to attend the event is required. Presented as part of the 60th OLL Anniversary Celebration
  • Talk - Religious Conflict in Oaxaca since the Mexican Revolution
    Talk - Religious Conflict in Oaxaca since the Mexican Revolution
    Mar 12, 2026, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
    Oaxaca de Juárez, Calle de José María Pino Suárez 519, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico
    In this talk, Kathleen McIntyre examines how Protestant conversion impacted usos y costumbres, the cargo system, and tequio in Zapotec and Mixtec Communities in Oaxaca.  Presentation in cooperation with and proceeds shared with the Welte Institute.
  • Talk - Discussion on Immigration
    Talk - Discussion on Immigration
    Mar 13, 2026, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
    Oaxaca de Juárez, Calle de José María Pino Suárez 519, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico
    The presentation will look at the Regulations and proceedures in Mexico. Presented as part of the 60th OLL Anniversary Celebration
  • Talk - Mezcal in Oaxaca: A Craft Spirit for the Global Marketplace
    Talk - Mezcal in Oaxaca: A Craft Spirit for the Global Marketplace
    Mar 16, 2026, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
    Oaxaca de Juárez, Calle de José María Pino Suárez 519, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico
    Mezcal is booming. Once considered a peasant drink—the rough, lowbrow cousin of the more refined tequila, the smoky spirit is now prized by connoisseurs the world over, powering a craft industry that can uphold rural economies and Indigenous traditions. A Welte Institute presentation
  • Talk - Opera for Everybody - Tristan und Isolde
    Talk - Opera for Everybody - Tristan und Isolde
    Mar 20, 2026, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
    Oaxaca de Juárez, Calle de José María Pino Suárez 519, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico
    This is an opera preview by Harvey Nystrom the evening before the simulcast live performance at the Met
  • Concert - Del Son al Piano
    Concert - Del Son al Piano
    Mar 21, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Oaxaca de Juárez, Calle de José María Pino Suárez 519, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico
    Del Son al Piano is a Latin Jazz duo fusing Afro-Latin, Mexican-Caribbean and Oaxacan Son with the language of contemporary jazz. Juan Cruz, piano and Ignacio Carrillo, percussion. Presented as part of the OLL 60th Anniversary Celebration. Reservations required.
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