
Visit their website and social channels to learn how you can experience the celebration of life. Sundays from 11 am to 3 pm and by appointment. You can visit and view the galleryĪnd altar through November 23 on Fridays from 12 to 3 pm, Saturdays and The community celebration takes place October 30 from 11 am to 5 pm. Planned, including dance and music performances and Voices to the Dead poetry Traditional altars, sugar skull displays, paper marigolds, papel picado (vibrant, decorate paper banners) and a vibrant, traditional sandpainting by acclaimed OaxacanĪrtist Fulgencio Throughout November they have several special experiences The displayĪlso features exhibits about the sacred traditions, contemporary and Visitors can bring photos of loved ones, write messages, help decorate andīring candies or breads to make the altar a community celebration. Theĭisplay includes a large memorial altar, or ofrenda, celebrating those who have Performances, artists, a stunning gallery exhibit, music, arts and craftsĪctivities, sugar skull decorating and a mercado featuring artisans and foods. It begins with an opening community celebration with live The beauty of life and remember those who are no longer with us. This year, as always, they’veĬreated a wonderful experience to celebrate Día de los Muertos Community Celebration – Community Altar and Art Exhibit at Mighty TietonĮach year, Tieton Arts & Humanities hosts the celebration andĬreates a large community altar for everyone to contribute memories to. Remembrance, and learn about the rich traditions. Have two beautiful displays where we can experience the celebration of life,

Marked by festivities, costumes, music, food and dance.

Sugar skulls are a common festive component. Other familiar symbols of Día de los Muertos are bright marigolds, beautifully made of paper, and calacas and calaveras (skeletons and skulls), brightly attired and decorated. Represent the life of the loved one and welcome them back from eternal sleepįor one night, as well as traditional components such as fire (candles) and wind The altars are filled with offerings that These three-tier altars representingīirth, life and after life are made to commemorate loved ones and welcome themīack to the land of the living between October 31 and November 2.

Remembering the lives of loved ones who have passed, as opposed to mourning.Īre important components of the celebration. At the center of the celebration is the importance of honoring and It originated thousands of yearsĪgo in Central America and has roots in both indigenous and Catholic Of frights and mischief, Día de los Muertos celebrates the beauty of life inĪn explosion of color, love and remembrance. Unlike Halloween, which is a dark and spooky night The Day of the Dead is all About Remembrance and Life Explore two very special ways to experience the traditions and significance of Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead. Día de los Muertos – A Celebration of Life October 25, 2022Ī vibrant cultural tradition comes to life in the Yakima Valley in October and November.
