Saturday, October 25
10:00 am – 7:00 pm
Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art
500 W. Washington St.
Register here for free admission
Once again, the highly-anticipated Día de Muertos celebration is back in person at the Eiteljorg on Saturday, Oct. 25! Enjoy free admission during a day of celebration with performances, art-making, Art Mercado vendors, community groups, an art exhibition by artist Jonathan Vazquez, and a community-curated altar display.
Experience Día de Muertos/Day of the Dead at the Eiteljorg Museum, in collaboration with Arte Mexicano en Indiana and Nopal Cultural. Immerse yourself in the vibrant traditions of this beloved Mexican holiday as you explore its rich history and cultural significance.
Enjoy mesmerizing performances, meet talented artists, and witness captivating demonstrations that bring this celebration to life. Plus, don’t miss the Día de Muertos Community Art and Altar Exhibit, a stunning and meaningful display where the community honors loved ones through intricate ofrendas (offerings).
Get hands-on and create your own art, inspired by the traditions and stories behind this cultural celebration.
Schedule
10:45 a.m.: Welcome Message to Día de Muertos Community Celebration with Patricia Castañeda
11:00 a.m.:A Día de Muertos Presentation by Monarca Academy & Music- Performance by Yuri Rodriguez
12:00 p.m.: A Día de Muertos Presentation by Global Preparatory Academy & Music- Performance by Yuri Rodriguez
1:00 p.m.: A Message from the Consulado de México en Indianápolis & Music- Performance by El CirCo
2:00 p.m.: Desfile de Catrinas (Catrina Parade) Presentado por Mujeres Conectadas
3:00 p.m.: Mariachi Internacional de Bloomington & Catrina All Saints Parade, presented by Laura Uhls & sponsored by JL Collab & Hoover Hull Turner
4:00 p.m.: Dance Performances by Grupo Folclórico Macehuani & Grupo Folclórico Infantil Macehuani
5:00 p.m.: Music Performance by El CirCo
5:40 p.m.: Dance Performances by Ballet Folklorico Mosaicos Kids & Ballet Folklorico Mosaicos
7:00 p.m.: The End of The Celebration. Muchas Gracias!!
Thanks to Arte Mexicano En Indiana, Nopal Cultural, and Consulado de Mexico en Indianapolis.
Be sure to find the Indianapolis Liberation Center’s altar (and stay tuned for an opportunity to help create it with us).
For a list of performances, check this page. Be sure to follow Arte Mexicano en Indiana on Facebook and Instagram!
Featured photo: Part of the promotional flyer for the event. Credit: Arte Mexicano en Indiana.