Start Date: Oct 28, 2023
End Date: Oct 28, 2023
From: 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Free event | Our museum is admission free! - Join us during Día de los Muertos for free activities and special exhibits! This year's celebration highlights the region of Veracruz, which is located to the east along the Gulf of Mexico. Veracruz is known for its unique regional identity, which can be traced back to the intersection of Indigenous, European, African, and Caribbean cultural influences.
 

ON DISPLAY THROUGH NOVEMBER 4TH

• “Tierra Veracruzana: History, Culture, and Traditions of Veracruz”
  A pop-up exhibit showcasing Veracruz, including traditional outfits, instruments, and more!
• Veracruz Altar
  Learn more about Veracruz’s Día de los Muertos traditions with this altar display in the Veracruz tradition
• Community Altar
  We invite the community to add to our community altar!
   

We encourage:
Copies or disposable photos*( no larger than 8.5" x 11") of:
- loved ones who have passed
- favorite deceased celebrities or artists
- pets who have crossed the rainbow bridge

Non-perishable items such as:
- tea lights or unlit candles
- artificial flowers
- sugar skulls
- unopened non-glass beverages
- disposable mementos or knick-knacks
 

Do NOT bring:
- original or only-copy photos
- any flammable materials
- any fragile items
- glitter, confetti, or balloons
- live plants
- perishable foods
- any trinkets or valuable items that you don't want thrown away
- large or sharp objects

DAY-OF ACTIVITIES
+ Matchbox Nichos
All Day| Free
Create your own matchbox nichos to take home! Pick from our printed deceased music icons/celebrities or add your own loved ones later. While supplies last*.

+ Face Painting
1pm – 4pm| Free
Get ready to watch the parade with free Día de los Muertos face painting!

+ Sugar Skull Workshop
1pm - 4pm | $
Learn more about the art of sugar skulls in this drop-in workshop. Visitors will be able to create their own sugar skull to take home. $12 for EPMH members, $15 for non-members. While supplies last*.