Altars and Offerings: An Introduction to Dia de los Muertos traditions
Date & Time
Sat Oct 26 2024 at 01:00 pm to 02:00 pm
UTC-06:00Location
935 N Kansas Ave, Topeka, KS, United States, Kansas 66608 | Topeka, KS
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NOTO Arts Center, 935 N Kansas Ave, Topeka KS 66608."Altars and Offerings: An Introduction to Dia de los Muertos Traditions", Presentation by Tina Williams
Tina Williams, a professor in the International Study Abroad Department at Washburn University, will present a comprehensive overview of Dia de los Muertos holiday, highlighting its unique characteristics and differences from the American holiday of Halloween. Additionally, she will delve into the traditional practices of setting up an altar, explaining the symbolism behind the various items placed on it. The presentation will also provide guidance on where to find these items locally and online, making it easy for attendees to recreate their own altars and immerse themselves in the holiday's culture and traditions.
See the full schedule for this special exhibition and companion presentations which runs October 4 - December 14, 2024 on our website at: https://explorenoto.org/.../celebration-of-souls-exhibit/
Event Location
935 N Kansas Ave, Topeka, KS, United States, Kansas 66608Event Host
NOTO Art Center
