Christina L. De Leon is a curator and scholar specializing in Latino design, visual culture, and material history. She serves as the Associate Curator of Latino Design at the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum, where she develops exhibitions, collections, and programs that highlight the contributions of Latino designers and communities. De Leon’s work focuses on the intersection of design, identity, and social context, emphasizing historically underrepresented perspectives in museum practice. She holds a degree from Bard College and has engaged in research and public programming that connects design history with contemporary cultural narratives. Her projects support education, scholarship, and public engagement in design and material culture.