Sin Fronteras / Without Borders Museo’s Traveling Exhibition Program Presents Dia de los Muertos / Day of the Dead Exhibit.
This exhibit explores the history and meaning of Dia de los Muertos. For centuries, communities in Latin America have been celebrating death and the departed. The Mexicas (Aztecs) used skeletons as a tribute to the deity Mictecacihuatl, the goddess of death, showcasing an early form of Day of the Dead Mexican art. In the 19th Century, the artist José Guadalupe Posada created the image of La Catrina for political satire. On Dia de los Muertos, we remember that death is simply a part of life, and it is not to be feared, because it reminds us that life is precious and that our loved ones are always with us. This Dia de Los Muertos exhibit encompasses the rich historical and artistic journey of this tradition, bringing to light the evolving expressions and significance of the Day of the Dead through time.
