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    Day of the Dead is growing in popularity in the Wolverine state

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    Hispanic and Latino Michiganders and many others who want to learn more about the culture or experience its traditions are participating in Day of the Dead events this week.

    Also known as Dia de los Muertos, the three-day celebration in late October and November has its roots in southern Mexico and honors the memory of deceased family members, friends and even pets. The National Museum of American Latin said the Day of the Dead tradition is based on indigenous and Spanish Catholic ritual traditions.

    “Although many of the traditional elements have been preserved, the way and place where the Day of the Dead is celebrated has changed.” museum website announced. “But the unity of life and death remains the dominant theme of the art, tradition, and rituals of the Day of the Dead celebrations held annually on November 2 in both Mexico and the United States.

    In Michigan, you can see live performances in Detroit, visit a tequila bar in Alpena, or view calavera artwork in Battle Creek. Celebrations are held in many cities of the state.

    There are approximately 600,000 Hispanic or Latino residents in Michigan. 6% of the total population in the state, Michigan Data and Analytics Center said. Although the share of the Hispanic and Latino population in Michigan is smaller than in the United States, it has grown at a faster rate than across the country.

    Overall, the Hispanic population in Michigan has increased by 28.6% since 2013, adding approximately 133,100 Hispanic individuals, while Michigan’s total population has increased by 141,600 people between 2013 and 2023, the state said.

    The annual holiday has grown in popularity in recent years, with numerous venues joining the celebration. There are several places throughout the state where you can celebrate with food, flowers, and fire. often:

    Traditions explained: Day of the Dead: A visual guide to this Mexican holiday

    A partnership between Mango’s Tequila Bar, Thunder Bay Arts and the Alpena Downtown District Authority will host its first Day of the Dead celebration on Nov. 2, billed as the only celebration in northern Michigan.

    The full-day activities, which begin at 11 a.m., include story time at the local library, skull painting, movie watching, costume contests and live performances by mariachi bands.

    For more information, visit ADDA website.

    Hosted by the Casa de Rosado Galeria and Cultural Center, the only Hispanic center focused on the arts in central Michigan, the 28th annual celebration will be held November 1-3 and features skull-decorating contests and folkloric dance performances.

    The three-day celebration includes elaborate monuments built by community members for loved ones, a sugar skull decorating contest on Nov. 2 at 2 p.m., a Catrin y Catrina sugar skull dress-up contest and a folkloric dance performance by Maria Luz at 3 p.m. Lansing Ballet Folklorico.

    The event will be held at the Michigan History Center, 702 W. Kalamazoo St.

    La Jalisciense Supermercado and TaqueriaThe local restaurant returns with a four-day celebration from October 31st to November 3rd.

    Located at 3923 Vernor Hwy. The event in Detroit offers Detroiters a place to celebrate the holiday by watching theatrical performances and even interacting with a new cemetery exhibit. There will be vendors, contests, workshops and music.

    For more information, visit bit.ly/lajali-dayofthedead2024. Tickets start from $4.

    More information about Detroit events: 4 Day of the Dead events that honor loved ones with tradition and food

    El Concilio A Latino nonprofit in Kalamazoo is hosting its 10th annual Día de Los Muertos Celebration on Nov. 1 at 5 p.m.

    Featuring music, traditional art, dance, cultural food and activities, the celebration offers the community a unique opportunity to witness a culturally unique practice. organization he says.

    Where else do they celebrate?

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