El Centro Cultural has been working in strengthening this tradition by incorporating altars from the 32 Mexican states. We invite you to join this
effort to preserve these traditions from each region. If you are interested in making an Altar that represents your place of origin, please contact us at
nochedealtares @ elcentroculturaldemexico.org or call Socorro (714)425-0487
El Centro will offer the following free workshops, each Tuesday from 5:00 to 7:00pm
August 18 - Introduce participating groups
August 25 - History and significance of Day of the Dead
September 1 - Papel Picado workshop
September 8 - Sugar skull workshop
September 15 - Traditional knitting, embroidery, and crocheting workshop
September 22 - Importance of traditional dishes
September 29 - Traditional music for Day of the Dead
October 6 - Traditional music for Day of the Dead (Oaxaca)
October 13 - Preparation of archways and floral designs
October 20 - Traditional Altars
October 27 - Traditional Altars