The Dia de los Muertos exhibit is open to the public free October 7-29, Tuesdays-Saturdays, 9-4:30 PM, at the City of Las Cruces, Branigan Cultural Center.
Dia de los Muertos is a holiday celebrated in Mexico and also celebrated in New Mexico. It is a time to remember friends and family members who have died. It is celebrated on November 1-2 . The Catholic holiday at the same time is known as All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day.
This tradition includes altars honoring the deceased using sugar skulls, mairgolds, and toys for children who have died. The common symbol of the holiday is the skull.
Traditions vary from place to place, from country to country. What is important is that death is part of the cycle of life that is not to be feared . Sometimes, there is humor in these celebrations.
Th Branigan Cultural Center is located at 501 N Main, downtown next to the Museum of Art. You can also reach the Cultural Center at 575- 541-2154.
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