XOCHI CUICATL – FLOWER SONGS & FLOR Y CANTO: A Cultural Celebration of Indigenous Music, Poetry, and History

Monterey County Historical Society Invites the Community to 

Experience XOCHI CUICATL – FLOWER SONGS & FLOR Y CANTO: A Cultural Celebration of Indigenous Music, Poetry, and History
Saturday, June 28, 2025
Boronda Adobe History Center, Salinas, CA

 

May 30, 2025, Salinas, CA – The Monterey County Historical Society warmly invites residents and visitors of the Monterey Bay region to a vibrant and unforgettable afternoon of music, heritage, and community on Saturday, June 28, 2025, at the historic Boronda Adobe History Center in Salinas.

 

Titled Xochi Cuicatl – Flower Songs & Flor y Canto, this special event features a concert by the internationally acclaimed trio Christopher, Yolanda, and Alegría Garcia, presenting Amerindian and Mesoamerican Flower Songs. 

 

Through traditional indigenous percussion, breath and string instruments, and poetic storytelling, the Garcia’s breathe life into ancestral music traditions from Mexico and Central America—honoring a rich cultural tapestry that spans centuries.

 

Alongside the concert, guests can explore the Boronda Adobe, the Lagunita Schoolhouse, the Heirloom Botanic Garden, and the society’s museum collections.

 

The event is free to the public, with donations gratefully accepted to support future community programming.

 

AT A GLANCE:

 

WHAT: XOCHI CUICATL – FLOWER SONGS & FLOR Y CANTO: Indigenous musical performance and historical site open house.

 

WHEN: Saturday, June 28, 2025 | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

 

WHERE: Monterey County Historical Society/ Boronda Adobe History Center, 333 Boronda Road, Salinas, CA 93907

 

PHONE: 831-757-8085

 

WHAT: “We are honored to share the history and beauty of our unique site, and thrilled to host this powerful musical and cultural experience,” says James Perry, Executive Director of the Monterey County Historical Society. “It’s a day for all ages—rooted in tradition and open to all.”

 

INFORMATION: [email protected]  
(831) 757-8085; www.mchsmuseum.com

 

 ABOUT THE MONTEREY COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

 

Founded in 1933, the Monterey County Historical Society (MCHS) has preserved and celebrated the diverse and dynamic history of the region for over 90 years. The Boronda Adobe, gifted to the Society in 1972 by Marguerite Wilson, is the oldest original Mexican Republic-era adobe in the county. It stands as a testament to the generosity and vision of the community.

 

Since its designation as California State Historic Landmark #870 in 1974, the site has expanded into a thriving historical campus. From early restorations to earthquake recovery efforts and landmark exhibits, the Society has served as a dedicated steward of local heritage. Archival vaults, schoolhouse tours, botanical gardens, and period recreations enrich each visit to this treasured Salinas landmark.

 

MCHS continues to thrive thanks to the contributions of passionate volunteers, supporters, and cultural collaborators—making events like Flower Songs & Flor y Canto possible.

 

“None of this would exist without the people who believed in preserving our past,” says Perry. “We welcome all to be a part of our continuing story.”