Established in 1993, by Magdalena García, it is the first Latino art and history museum and cultural center in the Midwest.

El Museo Latino was established by Magdalena Garcia, a Mexico City native who had moved to Omaha at the age of nine.

As the Polish Home, the building housed a library and served as a venue for Polish-language classes and for events such as dances, wedding receptions, and political rallies.

Museum highlights have included an exhibit from the Smithsonian Institution organized by actor Edward James Olmos ,[8] along with works by Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo.

El Museo Latino organizes special events highlighting Cinco de Mayo, including an annual almuerzo, or brunch.