Grammy Museum hosted a Reel To Reel event featuring a screening of the recently released Netflix documentary Selena y Los Dinos, for the opening night (Jan. 15) of their new exhibit Selena: From Texas To The World. The screening was accompanied by a panel discussion featuring the Los Dinos band members as well as Selena’s family. The event was in celebration of the new pop-up exhibit at the Grammy Museum including some of her outfits, instruments and awards arriving to Los Angeles for the first time.
Photo credit: Conny Chavez
The Grammy Museum presents Selena: From Texas to the World, a special pop-up exhibition celebrating the enduring legacy of Selena, an icon whose impact on music, fashion, and culture continues to inspire generations around the world. This limited-time exhibit marks the first official display of Selena’s personal items outside of the Selena Museum in her hometown of Corpus Christi, Texas.
Curated in collaboration with Suzette Quintanilla, Selena’s sister, CEO/ President of Q-Productions and Executor of The Selena Estate, the exhibit offers an intimate glimpse into Selena’s life, artistry, and groundbreaking career.
Beyond her chart-topping success, Selena was a fashion pioneer whose signature style, from shimmering bustiers and iconic stage outfits to bold red lipstick, continues to influence pop culture and street fashion today. Her charisma, determination, and pride in her Mexican-American heritage made her a symbol of empowerment for young women and Latin communities across the world.
Exhibit highlights include: the outfit Selena wore on the cover of Amor Prohibido, complete with her signature gold hoop earrings, the white beaded Lillie Rubin gown Selena wore to the 1994 Grammy Awards, Selena’s Grammy Award and Lifetime Achievement Award, Instruments played by Selena’s siblings Suzette Quintanilla (drums) and A.B. Quintanilla III (bass), as well as husband Chris Pérez (guitars), Selena’s microphone still marked with her red lipstick, Hand-drawn fashion designs from her teenage years, Selena’s personal cell phone and letters.
The panelists included Suzette, Chris Pérez (Selena’s husband and Selena y Los Dinos guitarist), Ricky Vela (Selena y Los Dinos keyboardist and songwriter), Pete Astudillo (Selena y Los Dinos band member and songwriter), Isabel Castro (documentary director), and Daniel Torres (documentary producer). Throughout the discussion, the group talked about the creative process behind the Netflix film, Selena y Los Dinos, Selena’s life and legacy, and the making of the new Grammy Museum pop-up exhibit. After the program, attendees had the opportunity to view the exhibit and enjoy a cash bar reception post-program.
During the panel, each band member shared personal stories of Selena and their memories of being on the road together. The film shared never before seen footage and pictures of Selena, including videos Suzette had filmed during the band’s touring days. “Everyone used to hate me on the bus,” said Suzette, “but I’m glad I got to record those moments.”
Photo credit: Conny Chavez
As the panel ended, Selena’s mother, Marcella, joined the stage to say hello to the crowd. Following the discussion, the panelists joined attendees to view the new exhibit upstairs. A portion of the fourth floor gallery is solely dedicated to Selena. A wall is specially dedicated for fans to leave hand written notes on flower shaped sticky notes.
The exhibition will run until March 16, 2026 on the fourth floor gallery. Tickets are available here and range from Free to $22.50.
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