Dia De Los Muertos: Honoring the Dead with Ornate Makeup
Dia De Los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a Mexican cultural celebration where people honor their deceased friends and family with intricate makeup looks.
Traditionally celebrated on November 1-2, this holiday is not connected to Halloween, despite being observed around the same time.
Día de los Muertos is a day to honor your ancestors and your deceased loved ones and to welcome them back with altars of their favorite things, pictures, candles, and marigolds.
According to MUA artist Judith Batista, this celebration involves creating altars with the deceased's favorite items, sharing stories, and displaying their favorite foods.
- Observed on November 1-2
- Not connected to Halloween
- Involves honoring ancestors and deceased loved ones
Author's summary: Dia De Los Muertos honors the dead with makeup and altars.
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