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Celebrate the magic of Dia de los Muertos with the collaboration of Brazoria County Historical Museum, Brazoria County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and Brazoria County Library System! Join us for a series of exciting events, including the Sugar Skull Competition, captivating performances, informative exhibits, and engaging Family Fun Day. Delight in art displays, community altars, and a grand procession, all culminating in a heartfelt tribute at the Dia de los Muertos School Showcase. Embrace the rich cultural heritage and come together for an unforgettable celebration of joy, art, and togetherness!
Events
Sugar Skull Decoration Contest
Location/Organizer: Brazoria County Library System branches
Date: August 15th – September 15th
Description: Each library branch will advertise and provide blank templates for decorating a paper sugar skull. This is a take-home craft; instructions will be on the back of the sheet. Each branch will choose a few winning sugar skulls which will be highlighted at the Lake Jackson Historical Museum “Dia de los Muertos” exhibit and displayed with the other submissions.
Los Vivos y Los Muertos: A Celebration of Hispanic & Latino Culture Juried Exhibition Opening Reception & VIP Event
Location/Organizer: The Center for the Arts & Sciences, 400 College Blvd., Clute, TX 77531
Contact information: www.bcfas.org or (979) 265-7661
Date: Friday, October 6th at 7PM
Description: A kickoff reception and special performance will be held on Friday, October 6 from 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Artists accepted into the exhibition will be invited to the reception and given two complimentary tickets to a performance scheduled to follow immediately after the reception.
Dia de los Muertos: A Month of Remembrance
Location/Organizer: Lake Jackson Historical Museum (249 Circle Way, Lake Jackson, TX 77566)
Date: October 3rd – November 11th during regular hours (Tues – Sat 10 AM – 4 PM)
Description: This compact yet captivating display offers a glimpse into the history and traditions of Dia de los Muertos. Immerse yourself in the vivid colors, profound symbolism, and heartfelt remembrance that define Dia de los Muertos in this intimate and thought-provoking exhibit.
Family Fun Day (Fiesta de las Familias)
Location/Organizer: Lake Jackson Historical Museum (249 Circle Way, Lake Jackson, TX 77566)
Date: Saturday, October 21, 2023 from 10 AM to 4 PM
Description: Families will enjoy all-day activities & crafts: make your own ofrenda; make your own papel picado; make your own paper flowers; face painting.
Description: Families will enjoy all-day activities, crafts, food trucks, face painting, and scheduled performances.
Schedule:
- 11:00 am – St. Jerome Catholic Church Ballet Folklorico Performance
- 11:40 am – Westside Elementary Ballet Folklorico Performance
- 2:00 PM – Recognition of sugar skull drawing contest winners
- 10 AM – 4 PM – Face Painting
- 10 AM – 4 PM – Food Trucks
Los Vivos y Los Muertos: A Celebration of Hispanic & Latino Culture Juried Exhibition
Location/Organizer: The Center for the Arts & Sciences, 400 College Blvd., Clute, TX 77531
Contact information: www.bcfas.org or (979) 265-7661
Date: October 6 – November 3
Description: Los Vivos y Los Muertos is a juried exhibition featuring art that explores and honors the cultures, heritage, traditions and rich history of Mexico and the southwest United States with a concentration on work inspired by Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead).
- A Best in Show prize of $1,000 will be awarded to a single piece. A single “runner up” prize of $300 will also be awarded.
Community Altar Display
Location/Organizer: Freeport Historical Museum
311 East Park Avenue – Freeport, TX 77541
979-233-0066
Date: October 2 – November 11
Description: Display of altars created by local businesses and community members. A call for altars should be announced and promoted in August-September.
- Potential opportunity to coordinate miniature altar competition in schools and display the winners at the Freeport museum.
- All other museum locations can serve as drop-off points for community altars and then transport them to Freeport
Dia de los Muertos Procession
Organizer: Freeport Main Street Location: Historic Downtown Freeport – Memorial Park
311 East Park Avenue- Freeport, TX 77541
Contact Information: Ana Silbas, Main Street Coordinator
979-871-0114 | asilbas@freeport.tx.us
Date: November 2, 2023 – 6pm
Description: Freeport Main Street will host the closing event of Dia de los Muertos: A Month of Remembrance with a community procession, live entertainment, food and fellowship.
Dia de los Muertos School Showcase
Location/Organizer: Brazoria County Historical Museum
100 East Cedar Angleton, TX 77486 | 979-864-1208 | www.bchm.org
Exhibit Dates: October 23 – November 6, 2023
Reception Date: November 3, 2023 @ 6 PM
Description: In celebration of Dia de los Muertos: A Month of Remembrance the Brazoria County Historical Museum will host a student art competition for Angleton Junior High art students. The top fifteen works selected for each grade will be displayed at the Museum October 23 – November 6, 2023. Merit awards will be given to Best in Show, as well as first and second place for each grade level. A student reception will be held at the Museum on Friday, November 3rd at 6pm.