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New Perspectives: Welcome to American Voices and Visions

Your favorite pieces from SAAM’s collection are now on display alongside new works in the redesigned modern and contemporary galleries

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Genaro Rivera Aviles

born Orocovis, Puerto Rico 1861-died Morovis, Puerto Rico 1941

Also known as: Genaro Rivera Avilés
Born: Orocovis, Puerto Rico
Died: Morovis, Puerto Rico
Nationalities: American

Biography: Genaro Rivera Aviles was the son of Francisco Rivera, a prominent santero on the island of Puerto Rico. Santeros were makers of santos, carved wooden images of saints used in prayers. Genaro and his father worked together in the mountainous region around Corozal.