Grammy Museum Expands Selena Exhibit: Celebrating the Texas Icon’s Impact on Latin Pop

Grammy Museum Extends Popular Selena Exhibit Through May 11

The Grammy Museum has announced the extension of its special pop-up exhibit, “Selena: From Texas To The World,” due to overwhelming demand. Originally opened on January 15, the exhibit has quickly become one of the museum’s most popular presentations in its 18-year history, drawing visitors from Los Angeles and beyond, all eager to celebrate the legacy of Selena.

For the first time, the exhibit showcases Selena’s personal artifacts outside of the Selena Museum in Corpus Christi, Texas. Beginning March 18, the exhibit will feature Selena’s iconic purple jumpsuit, a staple of her performances, which will replace the white gown she wore at the Grammy Awards, on display until March 15.

“It has been an honor to witness the extraordinary response to this exhibit at the Grammy Museum,” said Kelsey Goelz, the museum’s curator. “Selena’s artistry and cultural impact continue to resonate deeply, and we are proud to extend this experience for the many fans who keep her spirit alive.”

The purple jumpsuit, worn during a historic concert at the Houston Astrodome on February 26, 1995, contributed to an attendance record of over 66,000, surpassing previous years. Known for crafting her own stage costumes, Selena designed the striking purple bell-bottomed jumpsuit and matching jacket, which have become emblematic of her style. This outfit was also featured in the 1997 film Selena, starring Jennifer Lopez.

“Selena: From Texas To The World” pays tribute to Selena’s lasting influence on music, fashion, and culture. Curated alongside her sister Suzette Quintanilla, CEO of Q Productions and executor of The Selena Estate, the exhibit provides an intimate look at Selena’s remarkable life and groundbreaking career.

“We are deeply moved by the outpouring of love from Selena fans who have visited this special exhibit at the iconic Grammy Museum in Los Angeles,” said Quintanilla. “Its extension is a powerful testament to her enduring spirit, carried forward by fans across generations.”

Selena’s impact extends beyond her music; she was a fashion trailblazer whose signature style—characterized by glamorous stage outfits and bold makeup—continues to influence contemporary fashion. The late singer’s fourth studio album, “Amor Prohibido,” released on March 22, 1994, has earned a nomination for Best Mexican-American Album at the Grammy Awards and is set to be inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame during the Grammy Museum and Recording Academy® Gala on May 8.

Exhibit highlights include:

• The outfit worn by Selena on the cover of “Amor Prohibido,” including her signature gold hoop earrings
• The white beaded Lillie Rubin gown from the 1994 Grammy Awards
• Selena’s Grammy Award and Lifetime Achievement Award
• Instruments played by her siblings, Suzette Quintanilla and A.B. Quintanilla III, as well as her former husband Chris Pérez
• Selena’s microphone, marked by her red lipstick
• Hand-drawn fashion designs from her teenage years
• Selena’s personal cell phone

The extended exhibit reinforces the enduring legacy of Selena, whose contributions continue to inspire fans around the world.