Virtual Dia de los Muertos 2020

Date and Time for this Past Event

• Sun, Nov 1, 2020 - Mon, Nov 2, 2020  1pm - 12am

Details

On November 1st experience the excitement and discover the meaning of El Dia de los Muertos, (the Day of the Dead), virtually. The 2020 Day of the Dead will be celebrated with ofrendas (traditional memorial displays) in two downtown locations: Nebraska History Museum 131 Centennial Mall North (15th and P Streets) and Bennett Martin Public Library, 136 S 14th Street (14th and N Streets).

The public is asked to participate in this year's ofrenda by providing a story of a passed loved one they wish to remember.

Share your story at history.nebraska.gov/events and select Dia de los Muertos.

Virtual experiences include storytelling, mariachi music, traditional Mexican folkloric dance, musical performances, t-shirt designs, art making, and more. Admission to all performances and activities at this family-oriented event is free for everyone! Event activities and performances can be viewed on History Nebraska’s website: history.nebraska.gov

The event starts at 1:00 pm with welcome remarks and an explanation of the meaning of Dia de los Muertos. A link to the event will be posted soon.