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Day of the Dead Celebration

Day of the Dead Celebration

November 2, 2023, 4:00 pm6:30 pm

Museum of the Moving Image

36-01 35 Avenue at 37 Street

Astoria NY

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FREE

Suggested Ages: All, Adult Friendly

Celebrate Day of the Dead at Museum of the Moving Image with a performance by a presentation of Aztec Mexica dance, poetry, music from indigenous dance troupe Yayauhki Tezcatlipoka, and a face-painting session inspired by historical characters from Día de Muertos.

All ages are welcome to explore our public altar in the Museum’s courtyard, followed by a catrina and catrin contest hosted by artist historian Rosa Ruíz and Catrinamía.

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