Emeritus Professor Gilberto Reyes Jr. explores Indigenous culture from the Valley of México, Spanish conquest, & mestizo culture that shaped Mexican American identity in the Lower RGV.
In honor of Native American Heritage Month, Gilberto Reyes Jr.—fourth-ever professor emeritus at South Texas College, current lecturer at UTRGV, and previous religion reporter for The San Antonio Light newspaper—will examine how modern political, economic, and social forces in the United States are reshaping this enduring mestizo worldview.
| Mon, Mar 02 | 9:00AM to 9:00PM |
| Tue, Mar 03 | 9:00AM to 9:00PM |
| Wed, Mar 04 | 9:00AM to 9:00PM |
| Thu, Mar 05 | 9:00AM to 9:00PM |
| Fri, Mar 06 | 9:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Sat, Mar 07 | 9:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Sun, Mar 08 | 1:00PM to 9:00PM |
The Meeting Center is comprised of indoor and outdoor spaces throughout McAllen Public Library (4001 N. 23rd St., McAllen, TX 78504) available for rental. It is a place where people and ideas meet and connect. As such, the Meeting Center is an ideal setting for your professional or social event.

MAIN
Mon - Thu: 9am - 9pm
Fri - Sat: 9am - 6pm
Sun: 1pm - 9pm
BRANCHES
Starting Oct. 1st, 2025
Mon - Thu: 9am - 9pm
Fri - Sat: 9am - 6pm
Sun: CLOSED
