A Celebration of Souls: Day of the Dead in Southern Mexico

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• Event Date: Saturday, September 18, 2004–Thursday, December 30, 2004
• Time: Regular Museum Hours (CDT)
• Location: Spurlock Museum, 600 S. Gregory St., Urbana, IL
• Cost: Free Admission

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This colorful bilingual exhibition examines the complex and rich histories of honoring the dead in ancient Mesoamerica, the labor of love involved in these diverse rituals, and the spiritual importance of this holiday in rural Mexico today. Featuring exquisite color photographs by four photographers, this exhibition focuses on the lives of villagers as they prepare centuries-old recipes, scatter marigolds to guide the dead home, and celebrate this annual event. The exhibition was developed by The Field Museum in collaboration with Mars, Incorporated. A Celebration of Souls is augmented by Day of the Dead artifacts from local collectors and an altar celebrating the memories of loved ones from our community.

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