Centro Cultural shrine for Diá de Muertos
Title
Centro Cultural shrine for Diá de Muertos
Description
A shrine built at Centro Cultural in celebration of Diá de Muertos, or Day of the Dead. Food and gifts are placed out for family members and ancestors that have passed away. Diá de Muertos is observed on November 1st and 2nd, closely tied to Catholic observances of All Souls Day and All Saints Day. Marigold flowers are often used to decorate for the holiday.
Date Created
circa 1990s
Subject
Community centers
Holidays--Mexico
All Souls' Day
Ancestral shrines
Ethnic & Cultural Studies
Social History
Latino Interest
Place
Cornelius, Oregon
Medium
photographic prints
Identifier
CCpic_309
Rights
Online access to this image is for research and educational purposes only. To inquire about permissions, order a reproduction, or for more information, please contact Centro Cultural at centroinfo@centrocultural.org.
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Source
Centro Cultural Photography Collection
Type
Still Image