Jardín de Recuerdos, Garden of Memories | A Day of the Dead Celebration at the Natural History Museum

Join us in the Nature Garden as we celebrate nature and the traditions around Day of Dead in Jardín de Recuerdos, Garden of Memories. Day of the Dead is a cultural tradition celebrated in Mexico and throughout Latin America in which people remember loved ones who have passed in a celebration of life.  Enjoy an evening of folkloric dances, sweet treats, art activities, and more.

Guests are invited to participate in a community ofrenda by sharing images or objects of loved ones and places, constructed by master altarista Ofelia Esparza, and her daughter, artist Rosanna Esparza Ahrens. Guests can also see the altar built in honor of the rich cultures that make up Los Angeles titled El Pueblo de Nuestra Senora la Reina de Los Ángeles, in the Becoming Los Angeles exhibition.  This family friendly celebration will take place from 5-9pm on November 2 and is free of charge with pre-registration. Walk ups welcome, pre-registration is encouraged.