“This year’s exhibition pays tribute to and remembers the numerous individuals from our community, Mexico, the U.S. and the entire world that have died from COVID-19.” Chicago IL
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Moliendo Chocolate en la Manera Oaxaqueña
Así nos cuenta Doña Reyna la tradición familiar en la cocina, la cual empieza con una buena taza de chocolate. (2 mins) This is how Doña Reyna tells us about the family tradition in the …
Bread of the Dead || Pan de los Muertos
In November 2016 Elena Gil published a few oaxaca bread of the dead (pan de los muertos) on Facebook. Many other people sent in photos of their own styles of bread of the dead. Over …
Textiles Talk: Honoring Ancestors
“Everyone has ancestors. It doesn’t matter what religion, you have those that came before you, those whose shoulders you stand on.” (13 mins) Many traditions around the world have annual celebration where they honor the …
Oaxaca: Day of the Dead
A look at the preparations and the celebration of the Day of the Dead in Oaxaca and surrounding communities in south central Mexico. (5 mins) by National Geographic
Michoacan Mexico and the Return of the Butterflies
Butterflies Arriving for Day of the Dead, Michoacan (4 mins) Narrated by Will Smith by National Geographic
Day of the Dead Planters
Day of the Dead Calavera (skull) planters are easy to make with a few simple craft supplies. Read full article at: http://blog.creativekismet.com/2011/10/18/day-of-the-dead-planters/
Día de los Muertos Garland
This fun Día de los Muertos Garland is easy to make: just print, cut and hang with clothespins! Read full article at: http://mamitalks.com/2013/10/dia-de-los-muertos-garland.html
La Catrina: The dark history of Day of the Dead’s immortal icon
Everywhere you look on the streets during Day of the Dead celebrations across Latin America, a familiar face looks back. A face that juxtaposes the macabre and the elegant, it’s in the makeup on children’s faces, …
Day of the Dead History & Culture
A dedication to the deceased Day of the Dead (Dia De Los Muertos) is a two day holiday that reunites the living and dead. Families create ofrendas (Offerings) to honor their departed family members that …