Traveling Exhibit: Art of Mexican caricaturist currently on display at the Harlingen Public Library.

From: Valley Morning Star (Harlingen, TX) | Date: January 26, 2007 | Copyright information

Byline: Daisy Martinez

Jan. 26--HARLINGEN -- The art of Mexican caricaturist Miguel Covarrubias is now on display at the Harlingen Public Library. "Those who have not seen his art are in for a special treat," Library Assistant Director Joseph Muniz said Friday during an opening ceremony. "(Covarrubias) took New York by surprise." The traveling exhibit has been displayed in major cities, including Washington D.C. and San Antonio, Library Board Chairwoman Cookie Tisdal...

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