Cross-cultural Celebrations

The Mexican Dia dia de los Muertos was originally Aztecan where families celebrate the life of and legacies of  their ancestors and loved ones.

This year, All Saints Sunday falls on the Mexican Dia de Los Muertos and we recognize all the Saints who passed this last year and before.

The Day of the Dead: The Aztec holiday explained in graphics

Find a colorful explanation of this joyful multi-day celebration
From USA Today October 30, 2020

Pixar's animated film Coco gives us a view

The trailer illustrates the place of Dia de Los Muertos in family culture and recognizing love passed down through generations.