Celebrating "Dia de los Muertos" (Day of the Dead) in America

STORYTELLER | EITELJORG MUSEUM
By Linda Montag-Olson

Catrinas, one of the most popular figures of the
Day of the Dead celebrations at Mexico. Image courtesy of Wikipedia

INDIANA---On Saturday, Oct. 26, join us for the annual Day of the Dead celebration at the Eiteljorg. In Mexican-Christian culture, skulls, skeletons and marigolds are important elements of ofrendas (altars) created to honor and celebrate the lives of family, friends and ancestors who have passed on. Fresh foods, candles, photographs and personal items are also placed on the public and private ofrendas, to welcome the spirits' return for a brief restful visit on Nov. 2. This is the essence of Dia de los Muertos, a traditional Mexican holiday, with roots in Aztec culture and Catholic traditions.

Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art: "Dia de los Muertos" (Day of the Dead)"; Saturday, Oct. 26, 11-4pm; White River State Park, 500 W. Washington St., Indianapolis, IN; (317)636-WEST; eiteljorg.org