Cheekwood’s 13th Annual
EL DIA DE LOS MUERTOS
Fall Festival
Saturday, October 27th 2012
11:00am – 5:00pm
The festivals of Mexico and Latin America are world renowned for their colorful decorations, energetic music, and cultural significance. Los Dias de los Muertos, the Days of the Dead, are no exception! The holiday is one of the most important celebrations in Latin America and demonstrates the culture’s strong sense of love and respect for one’s ancestors while celebrating the continuance of life. Join in the festivities and learn more about this unique holiday as you tour the altars, shop in the marketplace, explore traditional arts and crafts, and enjoy live music and dance.
ADMISSION PRICES:
Free - Cheekwood Members
$12 - Adults
$10 - Seniors (65 +)
$5 - College Students w/ ID
Free - 17 and Under
Event Parking available at St. George's Episcopal Church, 4715 Harding Pike (corner of Harding Pike and Belle Meade Boulevard). Shuttles will run continuously between the off-site lot and Cheekwood.
ENTERTAINMENT SCHEDULE:
It looks like you don't have flash player 6 installed. Click here to go to Macromedia download page.
aRT Activities
PAPEL PICADO
Take part in the Mexican art of paper cutting.
MONARCHS
Learn about the significance of the butterflies as you create your own colorful Monarch.
PAPER MARIGOLDS
Make a colorful marigold, the traditional flower
of the holiday.
MEMORY TREE
Add your thoughts to the colorful tree of memories.
CALAVERAS MASK
Make a colorful skeleton mask to wear during the festival.
BARRILETES
Create a colorful kite like those flown in Guatemala on the Day of the Dead.
SUGAR SKULLS
A Día de los Muertos tradition! Decorate a sugar skull to honor your ancestors.
POSADA PRINTS
Be inspired by legendary Mexican printmaker Jose Posada. Draw and print your own design!
SILLY SKULLS
Learn the importance of the skull as a symbol of the holiday and mold your own out of clay.
TAPETE DISPLAY & COMPETITION
What is tapete? Tapete is the Spanish word for carpet. Usually made with colored sand, these “carpets” are a tradition for Día de los Muertos because, like life, they are temporary. At Cheekwood, participants will use a similar temporary medium, chalk, to create the large-scale colorful murals to honor the deceased. Experience the brilliance of these custom designs before they wash away!
PARTICIPATING SCHOOLS
Cane Ridge High School
Davidson Academy
Eagleville High School
Father Ryan High School
Franklin High School
John Early Museum Magnet Middle School
Lone Oak High School
Meigs Academic Magnet
St. Bernard Academy
University School of Nashville
Whites Creek High School
Marketplace Vendors
*Deadline Extended*
Want to sell your art, goods, or food in the Marketplace? Complete the Vendor Application and return it to diadelosmuertos@cheekwood.org by Friday, August 3rd. Click here to download the Vendor Application.
(Please note: Submission of application does not secure acceptance or placement of booth.)
ALTARs
One of the most important aspects of the Days of the Dead is the creation of a memorial altar for the departed, known as an ofrenda. All across Mexico and beyond, families honor their ancestors by creating altars decorated with items that the deceased enjoyed in life. Learn more about this tradition as you tour the creative ofrendas designed by local groups and organizations!
BOOKS FROM BIRTH OF MIDDLE TENNESSEE
CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF MIDDLE TENNESSEE
CENTER for LATIN AMERICAN STUDIES at VANDERBILT
CONEXIÓN AMÉRICAS
FUTURO of TSU
JUMP from TIRRC – TENNESSEE IMMIGRANT AND REFUGEE RIGHTS COALITION
NASHVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
TENNder CARE
UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE and artist PEPE VERA GONZALEZ
YMCA LATINO ACHIEVERS
VENDORS
Colorful open air markets line the streets of Latin America during the celebration. Local merchants sell food, flowers, art, and handmade items which people buy to decorate their altars and tombs. Visit the vendors at the festival to discover the talent of local artists, shop for unique gift items, and taste traditional foods!
ART & GOODS
CHEEKWOOD GIFT SHOP
Event T-Shirts and More
JACKIE ALMAGUER ARTS
Local Artist | Handmade Arts & Crafts
ELENA VARGAS MEXICAN FOLK ART
Local Artist | Handmade Arts & Crafts
RACHEL HERNANDEZ HENSLEY
Local Artist | Handmade Arts & Crafts
JULIA BURCIAGA - GIRL STUDIO
Local Artist| Handmade Arts & Crafts
LUCKY CHARM JEWELRY
Local Artist | Jewelry and More
VERA’S INNOVATIONS
Local Artist | Mexican Arts and Crafts
THE INTERAMERICAN
HEALTH ALLIANCE
Handcrafted Textiles and Crafts from Guatemala
BE A BLESSING
Bracelets handmade by orphans in Guatemala
HISPANOAMERICA SOUTH AMERICAN SOUVENIRS
Traditional Apparel and Crafts from Peru
YOLANDA’S COLLECTION
Accessories from Mexico
FOOD
LA HACIENDA
Traditional Mexican Buffet
YAYO’S O.M.G
Food Truck | Original Mexican Gourmet
MAS TACOS POR FAVOR
Food Truck | Tacos & More
KARLA’S CATERING
Empanadas, Churros, & More
LA HACIENDA BAKERY
Bread of the Dead | Pan de Muerto
CONEXIÓN AMÉRICAS
Café Rumba Roast Fair Trade Coffee
LAS PALETAS
Gourmet Mexican Popsicles
EL CHARRO MEXICAN GRILL
Authentic Mexican Foods
HAPPY BELLY
Food Truck | Authentic Mexican Food
LOS DULCES de SANTA ELIZONDO
Desserts & Decorated Sugar Skulls
NELLY’S HANDMADE SWEETS
Alfajores, Empanadas & More
OLIVIA OLIVE OIL
Specialty Olive Oil & Balsamic Vinegar from Chile
Image Summary goes here.
