CARSON CITY, Nev. — Make ofrendas (memorials to a departed person) and learn more about the traditions of Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) Nov. 2 at the Nevada State Museum.
Videos, crafts, songs, folkloric dance and special exhibits all will be employed to observe Dia de Los Muertos, a multicultural celebration of life through death. Those interested in making ofrendas for a departed person should bring memorabilia of the person, samples of favorite foods, symbols and remembrances of things the person loved.
The event runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 2 at the museum, 600 N. Carson St. Admission is $8, free for children ages 17 and younger. Details: 775-687-4810, ext. 237 or [email protected]. The Nevada State Museum is one of seven managed by the state Division of Museums and History, an agency of the Nevada Department of Tourism and Cultural Affairs.
