About our co-founder and operator
Bio:
Luis Tubens is co-founder of the Pilsen Public Art Tours. He has given thousands of tours of the iconic murals in Chicago’s Pilsen neighborhood. For 10 years he worked for the National Museum of Mexican Art as an art educator. From there, he worked for 4 years as the outreach coordinator for then, 7th District Cook County Commissioner Jesús “Chuy” García, whos’ district covers Pilsen. He also studied under the legendary muralist Jose Guerrero. His knowledge of the murals comes from years of studying Mexican art and from his relationships with community organizations and muralists. He currently resides in Pilsen and when not giving tours he works as a performing artist. Please check out some of his awards and interviews below
Luis Tubens receives the “First Voice Award” from the Chicago Urban Art Society in 2022
Luis Tubens is interviewed by ABC Channel 7 Chicago
https://abc7chicago.com/pilsen-murals-art-chicago/5453386/
Luis Tubens interview by Vocalo Radio
https://vocalo.org/chi-sounds-like-luis-tubens/