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News Clip: Hispanics celebrate
title News Clip: Hispanics celebratedescription B-roll video footage from the KXAS-TV/NBC station in Fort Worth, Texas, to accompany a news story.artist/creator Kxas-Tv (Television Station : Fort Worth, Tex.)subject Television News Programs News Stories Video Clips Business, Economics And Finance - Communications - Media Arts And Crafts - Music - Bands Video Footage People - Ethnic Groups - Hispanics B-Roll Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations News Segments Social Life And Customs - Customs - Partiescontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
News Clip: Hispanic Week
title News Clip: Hispanic Weekdescription B-roll video footage from the KXAS-TV/NBC station in Fort Worth, Texas, to accompany a news story.artist/creator Kxas-Tv (Television Station : Fort Worth, Tex.)subject Television News Programs Stages Arts And Crafts - Dance Arts And Crafts - Music - Instruments News Stories Video Clips Business, Economics And Finance - Communications - Media Audiences People - Ethnic Groups - Hispanics Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations News Segments Social Life And Customs - Clothing Television Broadcasting Of News. Architecture - Buildings Video Footagecontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Man Playing Guitar at the Seminary picnic at the Zilker Park Clubhouse
title Man Playing Guitar at the Seminary picnic at the Zilker Park Clubhousedescription Photograph of a man playing guitar at the annual Austin Seminary picnic, being held at the Zilker Park Clubhouse. The room is full of people sitting on benches at banquet tables watching the musician, who is the only one standing. He has his foot up on a bench to support the guitar, and there is a piano behind him.artist/creator Foster, William Haguesubject Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary Banquets Parties People Guitars Arts And Crafts - Music Education - Colleges And Universities People - Groups Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Zilker Park Clubhouse Social Life And Customs - Customs - Partiescontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Photograph of a Group of Men and Boys
title Photograph of a Group of Men and Boysdescription Photograph of a group of men and boys standing and sitting under a tree in front of a field. There is a blanket with food in front of them, and several men are holding instruments, including guitars and a banjo. George Dawson is identified by a handwritten arrow pointing to him.artist/creator Unknownsubject People - Groups Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Marfa (Tex.) -- History -- Photographs. Dawson, George Arts And Crafts - Music - Instrumentscontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Photograph of an Outdoor Party
title Photograph of an Outdoor Partydescription Photograph of a group of men, women, and children sitting on a blanket at an outdoor party. Three of the individuals have numbers handwritten on them which correspond to their names: 1. Mr. George Dawson, 2. Mrs. Juana Dawson, and 3. Stepheny Dawson. A handwritten note on the back of the photo is mostly illegible but is written in Spanish.artist/creator Unknownsubject Dawson, Stepheny People - Groups Dawson, Juana Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Marfa (Tex.) -- History -- Photographs. Dawson, Georgecontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Postcard of George Dawson and Friends
title Postcard of George Dawson and Friendsdescription Postcard of Mr. George Dawson at a going away party for himself before leaving for the Army. He is standing on the far right holding a bottle in one hand and a small pistol in the other. On the left are two of his friends, one sitting in a chair holding binoculars with a rifle leaning against him, and the other standing and holding an unidentifiable object in his hand.artist/creator Unknownsubject Social Life And Customs - Firearms People - Groups Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Marfa (Tex.) -- History -- Photographs. Dawson, Georgecontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Día de los Muertos Parade Banner
title Día de los Muertos Parade Bannerdescription Photograph of a parade hosted by the Mexic-Arte Museum in honor of Día de los Muertos. Individuals in costume hold up a parade banner, which reads: "Mexic-Arte Museum presents Día de los Muertos Parade." A statue of a woman in traditional dress stands in the foreground. The photograph was taken in downtown Austin, Texas.artist/creator Mexic-Arte Museum (Austin, Tex.)subject Altars Día De Los Muertos All Souls' Day -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. Social Life And Customs - Fairs And Exhibitions Parades Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Day Of The Deadcontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Decorated Mexican Day of the Dead Altar
title Decorated Mexican Day of the Dead Altardescription Photograph of an altar set up during the Mexic-Arte Museum's annual Día de los Muertos celebration. The altar is decorated with candles, paper flowers, colored banners, tamales, pasties, bottles of beer, and rose petals. A miniature skeleton bride and groom stand at the top of the altar. The photograph was taken in downtown Austin, Texas.artist/creator Mexic-Arte Museum (Austin, Tex.)subject Altars Día De Los Muertos All Souls' Day -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. Social Life And Customs - Fairs And Exhibitions Parades Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Day Of The Deadcontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Altar with Skull at Día de los Muertos Celebration
title Altar with Skull at Día de los Muertos Celebrationdescription Photograph of an altar set up during the Mexic-Arte Museum's annual Día de los Muertos celebration. The altar is decorated with orange paper flowers and colored banners. A large papier-mâché skull sits at the center of the altar. The photograph was taken in downtown Austin, Texas.artist/creator Mexic-Arte Museum (Austin, Tex.)subject Altars Día De Los Muertos All Souls' Day -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. Social Life And Customs - Fairs And Exhibitions Parades Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Day Of The Deadcontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Man and Altar at Día de los Muertos Celebration
title Man and Altar at Día de los Muertos Celebrationdescription Photograph of an altar set up during the Mexic-Arte Museum's annual Día de los Muertos celebration. Photographs, colorful necklaces, statues, potted plants, and vases of flowers are arranged on the altar. A man stands to the right of the altar. The photograph was taken in downtown Austin, Texas.artist/creator Mexic-Arte Museum (Austin, Tex.)subject Altars Día De Los Muertos All Souls' Day -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. Social Life And Customs - Fairs And Exhibitions Parades Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Day Of The Deadcontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Woman and Dog in Costume
title Woman and Dog in Costumedescription Photograph of a woman and chihuahua during the Mexic-Arte Museum's annual Día de los Muertos exhibition and celebration. The woman wears a white blouse, colorful skirt, and straw hat. She holds the chihuahua above her head. The photograph was taken at nighttime in downtown Austin, Texas.artist/creator Mexic-Arte Museum (Austin, Tex.)subject Día De Los Muertos All Souls' Day -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. Parades Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Day Of The Dead Arts And Craftscontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Women and Dogs in Costume at Día de los Muertos Celebration
title Women and Dogs in Costume at Día de los Muertos Celebrationdescription Photograph of three costumed women and chihuahuas during the Mexic-Arte Museum's annual Día de los Muertos exhibition and celebration. The women wear traditional costumes. One woman, left, wears skeleton face makeup. The women hold the dogs in their arms. The photograph was taken at nighttime in downtown Austin, Texas.artist/creator Mexic-Arte Museum (Austin, Tex.)subject Día De Los Muertos All Souls' Day -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. Parades Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Day Of The Dead Arts And Craftscontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Children in Costume at Día de los Muertos Celebration
title Children in Costume at Día de los Muertos Celebrationdescription Photograph of two costumed children at the Mexic-Arte Museum's annual Día de los Muertos exhibition and celebration. The children are dressed as skeletons. One child, right, wears a sombrero. The photograph was taken at nighttime in downtown Austin, Texas.artist/creator Mexic-Arte Museum (Austin, Tex.)subject Día De Los Muertos All Souls' Day -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. Parades Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Day Of The Dead Arts And Craftscontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Refreshment Area
title Refreshment Areadescription Photograph of a refreshment area at the Mexic-Arte Museum's annual Día de los Muertos exhibition and celebration. Two individuals wear sombreros. Altars can be seen in the background. The photograph was taken at nighttime in downtown Austin, Texas.artist/creator Mexic-Arte Museum (Austin, Tex.)subject Día De Los Muertos All Souls' Day -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. Parades Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Day Of The Dead Arts And Craftscontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Postcard: The 23rd Annual Día de los Muertos Exhibition and Celebration
title Postcard: The 23rd Annual Día de los Muertos Exhibition and Celebrationdescription Postcard that advertises an exhibition that was presented by the Mexic-Arte Museum entitled "The 23rd Annual Día de los Muertos [Day of the Dead] Exhibition and Celebration". The front of the postcard features the photograph of a young girl with a painted face and wearing traditional Mexican costume along with a list of event highlights, featured artists, the title, and dates. Several sponsor logos are pictured along the bottom of the postcard. The back of the postcard includes postage information on the right-hand side, and details about the exhibition on the left. This information includes details about registration and participation the parade, admissions, workshops, and an artist tribute.artist/creator Unknownsubject Education - Events Artists Día De Los Muertos Performances Processions All Souls' Day -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. People - Ethnic Groups - Hispanics Social Life And Customs - Fairs And Exhibitions Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Arts And Craftscontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Pamphlet: Festival Mexico, Celebrating the Art of Cuisine
title Pamphlet: Festival Mexico, Celebrating the Art of Cuisinedescription Pamphlet that advertises an exhibition that was presented by the Mexic-Arte Museum entitled, "Festival Mexico, Celebrating the Art of Cuisine". The pamphlet folds out to span three panels long which all have a continuous black background. The cover of the pamphlet features the title and date of the exhibition along with a colorful flower embroidery. The first panel continues the flower motif at the bottom left-hand corner. The title of the exhibition is at the top of the panel and is followed by a pink lacy border. There is a short paragraph that explains some of the highlights and meanings of the exhibition. This paragraph is followed by logos from sponsors and general information about the exhibition, including ticket sales, parking, dates and times. There is a large photograph of a pink flower embroidery design in the middle of the second and third panels. The second panel highlights a "Featured Chef: Guillermo González Beristáin" and provides a paragraph of background information about him. This is followed by a list of other featured caterers and contributing restaurants as well as a passage about a silent auction. The third panel advertises a separate exhibition that is running simultaneously in the Mexic-Arte Museum Main Gallery. The title of the exhibition, "Los Hílos De Oaxaca [The Threads of Oaxaca]" as well as a description about the exhibition are featured on this panel. There is a row of sponsor logos at the bottom of the panel. The back of the last panel provides short passages about the "3-M Austin Learning Corner", "A Skirt Full of Butterflies" film showing, and free family Sundays. Logos of sponsors as well as the exhibition title are also included on this panel. There is a photograph of two red embroidered birds sitting on flowering branches. The back of the middle panel features information about the Mexic-Arte Museum.artist/creator Unknownsubject Education - Events Artists Social Life And Customs - Food And Cooking Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. Festivals People - Ethnic Groups - Hispanics Social Life And Customs - Fairs And Exhibitions Auctions Arts And Crafts - Crafts - Fiber Arts Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Mexicans Textiles Exhibitscontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Card: Love Me, Kiss Me, Adorn Me
title Card: Love Me, Kiss Me, Adorn Medescription Card that advertises an exhibition that was presented by the Mexic-Arte Museum entitled "Ámame Bésame Adórname [Love Me, Kiss Me, Adorn Me]". The cover of the card has a row of pictures of pearl jewelry. Below the photographs there is both the Spanish and American translations of the title as well as the Mexic-Arte Museum logo. The first panel of the open card requests that the receiver attend a ["Valentine's Day [Jewelry] Preview Party]. The letter reiterates the name of the exhibition, and there is a list of contributing artists and helpers. There is also a small menu and several other pieces of information.artist/creator Unknownsubject Artists Arts And Crafts - Crafts - Jewelry Guides Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Latinos Social Life And Customs - Customs - Partiescontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Pamphlet: Festival Mexico 2005
title Pamphlet: Festival Mexico 2005description Pamphlet that advertises an exhibition that was presented by the Mexic-Arte Museum entitled "Festival Mexico 2005". The pamphlet folds out to span three panels tall, and all of the photographs are blue-tinted gray-scale. There is a pink border with flowers that is used througout the entire pamphlet. The cover of the pamphlet features the Mexic-Arte Museum logo stylized and colored pink, blue, and white on the left-hand side. On the right-hand side, the words "Austin Texas Downtown" are stylized to look like the logo on the left. In the middle, the words "Festival Mexico 2005" are stylized to also look like the logo, however in a larger scale. Below the three logos there are two photographs of people smiling at the camera and a headline that reads "More Food! More Fun! More Fiesta!". The first panel on the inside of the pamphlet features event information including tickets, date and times, and the location. Above the information there is a row of photographs lined with the pink border along with the event title. The second panel is dedicated to a "Schedule of Events", which are listed by time. There is a row of photographs along both sides of the panel. These photographs are continued on the next panel, which highlights a pink-tinted gray-scale photograph of a woman who is scheduled to perform at the festival. There is a description about the musician below the photograph followed by information about the last scheduled event and sponsorship information. The back of the last panel includes a list of event caterers under the headline "Enjoy Culinary Delights By:". The back of the middle panel features information about the museum, including the hours of operation, address, phone number, website, sponsors, and the logo.artist/creator Unknownsubject Education - Events Día De Los Muertos Social Life And Customs - Food And Cooking Performances Festivals People - Ethnic Groups - Hispanics Demonstrations Auctions Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Latinoscontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Boy Wearing a Mask
title Boy Wearing a Maskdescription Photograph of a young boy wearing a mask at the Mexic-Arte Museum's annual Día de los Muertos celebration. The mask is hand decorated. The boy wears a red and green tie dye shirt.artist/creator Mexic-Arte Museum (Austin, Tex.)subject Día De Los Muertos All Souls' Day -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. Social Life And Customs - Fairs And Exhibitions Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Day Of The Dead Arts And Craftscontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Child Making Mask
title Child Making Maskdescription Photograph of a young girl making a mask at the Mexic-Arte Museum's annual Día de los Muertos celebration. The girl uses a stamp to decorate the mask. Patrons stand in the background. The photograph was taken in downtown Austin, Texas.artist/creator Mexic-Arte Museum (Austin, Tex.)subject Día De Los Muertos All Souls' Day -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. Social Life And Customs - Fairs And Exhibitions Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Day Of The Dead Arts And Craftscontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Alebrijes Artisans from Oaxaca
title Alebrijes Artisans from Oaxacadescription Photograph of Elvis and Arturo Castillo, Alebrijes Artisans from Oaxaca, at a Museum Day event hosted by the Mexic-Arte Museum in Austin, Texas. An artisan sits behind a table on which wooden carvings of animals are arranged. A woman to the left of the table shows patrons a wooden carving.artist/creator Mexic-Arte Museum (Austin, Tex.)subject Día De Los Muertos Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. Social Life And Customs - Fairs And Exhibitions Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Day Of The Dead Arts And Craftscontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Alebrijes Artisans from Oaxaca
title Alebrijes Artisans from Oaxacadescription Photograph of Elvis and Arturo Castillo, Alebrijes Artisans from Oaxaca, at a Museum Day event hosted by the Mexic-Arte Museum in Austin, Texas. Artisans sit behind a table on which wooden carvings of animals are arranged. An artisan, center, demonstrates a technique to a patron who leans over the table.artist/creator Mexic-Arte Museum (Austin, Tex.)subject Día De Los Muertos Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. Social Life And Customs - Fairs And Exhibitions Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Day Of The Dead Arts And Craftscontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Pamphlet: Collecting Latino Art
title Pamphlet: Collecting Latino Artdescription Pamphlet that advertises an exhibition that was presented by the Mexic-Arte Museum entitled, "Collecting Latino Art". The pamphlet folds out to span three panels long, and the entire pamphlet has magenta backgrounds and borders. The front cover features a photograph of a painting of a buffalo along with the exhibition title. The first panel reiterates the title at the top and includes the dates of the exhibition as well as a list of the contributing artists. There is a small note at the bottom of the panel that informs about the tax-free and free admission days at the museum. The second panel solely features a photograph of a painting from the exhibition. The painting depicts a girl seated on a chair and wearing a white shift dress. Artwork credits are at the side of the painting. The third panel advertises a separate event that was presented by the Mexic-Arte Museum entitled "Noche de Fiesta Navideña 2004 [Christmas Night Party 2004]". The panel includes information about the event including the date and times, tickets, location, catering, and music. The pamphlet also mentions a silent auction and "Nacimientos, Nativity Scenes from Local Collections". The background is yellow with a large ornamental bird. The back of the last panel highlights a photograph of a painting that depicts a man holding a small human head on a string harness. The man is wearing a white sheet clipped to his shirt. Artwork credits are at the bottom of the painting. The back of the middle panel contains information about the Mexic-Arte Museum, including the Mexic-Arte logo, sponsorships, phone number, location, hours of operation, and the website.artist/creator Unknownsubject Education - Events Guests Social Life And Customs - Customs - Holidays - Christmas Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. Sales People - Ethnic Groups - Hispanics Auctions Religion Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Latinos Exhibits Arts And Craftscontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Patrons Enjoying Día de los Muertos Parade
title Patrons Enjoying Día de los Muertos Paradedescription Photograph of four individuals at the Mexic-Arte Museum's annual Día de los Muertos parade. Two individuals, one of whom is a child, wear skull masks. The remaining patrons are adult males. A parade procession can be seen in the background. The photograph was taken at dusk in downtown Austin, Texas.artist/creator Mexic-Arte Museum (Austin, Tex.)subject Día De Los Muertos All Souls' Day -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. Social Life And Customs - Fairs And Exhibitions Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Day Of The Dead Arts And Craftscontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Pamphlet: Mexican Report, Contemporary Art from Mexico
title Pamphlet: Mexican Report, Contemporary Art from Mexicodescription Pamphlet that advertises an exhibition that was presented by the Mexic-Arte Museum entitled "Mexican Report, Contemporary Art from Mexico". The pamphlet folds out to span three and a half panels long. The entire panel has an orange background and blue, white, and orange borders. The cover of the pamphlet features the title of the exhibition as well as several blue-tinted photographs cropped and layered to create a decorative jagged element. The logos of several sponsors are included on the cover, and there is a sticker at the bottom that reads, "Complimentary Admission, Friday, Sept. 10, 2004". The first panel of the opened pamphlet, which is the half-size panel, includes the logo of the Mexic-Arte Museum and a list of major sponsors. The second panel includes the title of the exhibition, the name of the exhibition curator, and the date, admission price, and times of the opening reception, a member's preview, and a musical performance. The panel also contains information concerning parking, catering, sponsors, and a special guest. The second panel highlights a large, blue-tinted photograph of a painting that depicts "Mr. Clean" and "Garfield" watching a woman scrubbing a tile floor. Artwork credits are at the side of the photograph, and there is a quote from the curator below. The last panel features a photograph of a painting from the exhibition that takes up the entire panel. The photograph is also blue-tinted, and the painting depicts a mass of tangled tubes that are covered in cloth. The fleshy tubes appear to be stopping at a rectangular slab. Artwork credits are at the side of the photograph. The back of the middle panel continues the shape that consists of photographs that was created on the front cover. The back of the last panel advertises "Museum Day at the Mexic-Arte Museum". The panel includes the date of the event as well as times and information concerning a gallery talk and an artist meet and greet. There is also information about an exhibition entitled "Alebrijes, Oaxacan Wood Carvings". There is a blue-tinted photograph of a sculpture of a dragon-like creature holding a woman to the right of the event information.artist/creator Unknownsubject Education - Events Arts And Crafts - Crafts - Wood Carving Guests Receptions Contemporary Art Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. Galleries People - Ethnic Groups - Hispanics Arts And Crafts - Paintings Mexicans Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Lectures Arts And Craftscontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Pamphlet: Mexican Calendar Legends
title Pamphlet: Mexican Calendar Legendsdescription Pamphlet that advertises an exhibition that was presented by the Mexic-Arte Museum entitled "Mexican Calendar Legends". The cover of the pamphlet highlights a fully-colored picture of a painting that depicts an Aztec warrior wearing an orange feathered headdress and gold armor. He is holding a woman who is passed out in his arms; she is wearing a decorated white dress and a flower in her hair. The pamphlet folds out vertically to span three and a half panels long. The half panel, which is at the top, includes the title in large yellow letters as well as three logos from sponsors. The two subsequent panels feature a large, fully colored photograph of a painting of a giant woman walking toward a sail ship that is beached in the background. The woman, who is wearing a white lace dress, is looking behind her. The photo of the painting makes up the background of the two panels. The panels also include the date and times of the opening reception and a members-only guided tour.artist/creator Unknowncontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Pamphlet: Taste of Mexico 2004
title Pamphlet: Taste of Mexico 2004description Pamphlet that advertises an event that was presented by the Mexic-Arte Museum entitled "Taste of Mexico 2004" in honor of Cinco de Mayo. The entire pamphlet, which folds out vertically to span three and a half panels, is printed in green tinted gray-scale. The cover of the pamphlet features an ornamental design, the title, and various photographs of the event behind a green backdrop. The first panel and a half includes general information about the festival including the title, a short description, date and time, location, ticket information, and parking information on a green backdrop. The second full-size panel advertises the festival leader, the silent auction, and featured live music on a green backdrop. The last panel lists the restaurants that will be serving food at the festival on a green backdrop. All three and a half panels utilize various arranged photographs of the festival to make up the background. The back of the last panel includes a photograph of a working chef framed by information about sponsors.artist/creator Unknownsubject Education - Events Social Life And Customs - Food And Cooking Festivals Social Life And Customs - Fairs And Exhibitions Auctions Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Latinos Arts And Crafts Cuisinescontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
School Group at Day of the Dead Celebration
title School Group at Day of the Dead Celebrationdescription Photograph of a school group during a Day of the Dead celebration hosted by the Mexic-Arte Museum in Austin, Texas. The children stand in a gallery. They wear name tags. The walls of the gallery are decorated with colored paper and silver stars.artist/creator Mexic-Arte Museum (Austin, Tex.)subject Día De Los Muertos All Souls' Day -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. Parades Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Day Of The Deadcontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Woman with Sign at Day of the Dead Parade
title Woman with Sign at Day of the Dead Paradedescription Photograph of a woman holding a sign during a Day of the Dead parade hosted by the Mexic-Arte Museum in Austin, Texas. The sign reads: "La Escuela Allan celebra Día de los Muertos." She wears a denim jacket. The photograph was taken at nighttime in downtown Austin, Texas.artist/creator Mexic-Arte Museum (Austin, Tex.)subject Día De Los Muertos All Souls' Day -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. Parades Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Day Of The Deadcontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Man in Costume
title Man in Costumedescription Photograph of a man in costume during a Day of the Dead parade hosted by the Mexic-Arte Museum in Austin, Texas. The man holds a wooden staff. He wears a white apron that has an illustration of the Virgin Mary printed on it. The photograph was taken at dusk in downtown Austin, Texas.artist/creator Mexic-Arte Museum (Austin, Tex.)subject Día De Los Muertos All Souls' Day -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. Parades Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Day Of The Deadcontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Couple Preparing Altar
title Couple Preparing Altardescription Photograph of two individuals preparing an altar during a Day of the Dead celebration hosted by the Mexic-Arte Museum in Austin, Texas. They adjust a piece of cloth laid on the altar. A framed painting rests on the altar. A yellow archway and cross are affixed to the wall behind it.artist/creator Mexic-Arte Museum (Austin, Tex.)subject Día De Los Muertos All Souls' Day -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. Parades Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Day Of The Deadcontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Dogs in Costume
title Dogs in Costumedescription Photograph of four small costumed dogs during a Day of the Dead celebration hosted by the Mexic-Arte Museum in Austin, Texas. A man and woman hold the dogs' leashes. Altars and patrons in costume can be seen in the background. The photograph was taken at nighttime in downtown Austin, Texas.artist/creator Mexic-Arte Museum (Austin, Tex.)subject Día De Los Muertos All Souls' Day -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. Parades Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Day Of The Deadcontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Patron and Day of the Dead Altar
title Patron and Day of the Dead Altardescription Photograph of a young male patron standing in front of an altar during a Day of the Dead celebration hosted by the Mexic-Arte Museum in Austin, Texas. The altar is decorated with flowers, fruit, candles, small skull statues, and colorful cloth. An archway standing over the altar is decorated with yellow and orange paper flowers.artist/creator Mexic-Arte Museum (Austin, Tex.)subject Día De Los Muertos All Souls' Day -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. Parades Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Day Of The Deadcontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Three People Gathered Around a Podium
title Three People Gathered Around a Podiumdescription Photograph of three people, two men and one woman, gathered around and looking down at a podium. The woman, who is standing on the right-hand side of the image, is reaching over and shaking the hand of the man that stands on the left. The man on the left is holding a wooden plaque. The man standing in the middle has his mouth open and is gesturing with his right hand. There is a gestural painting of a bearded man on the wall directly behind the three people. The edge of another geometric painting is visible on the left-hand side of the image. The two men are wearing suits and ties, and the woman is wearing a navy blue shirt. All three people are wearing gold badges.artist/creator Unknownsubject Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Social Life And Customs - Awards Podiums Presentations People - Ethnic Groups - Hispanics Social Life And Customs - Fairs And Exhibitions Plaques Arts And Crafts - Paintings Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Speakerscontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Five People Posing in Front of Two Large Paintings
title Five People Posing in Front of Two Large Paintingsdescription Photograph of three women and two men standing together in a group in front of a gallery wall with two large paintings hanging on it. The five people are all smiling at the camera, and are all wearing badges. The painting on the left-hand side of the image is of a gestural seated man. The figure is mostly white with geometric sections of saturated color that bleed into the background. The second painting, which is behind the group of people and on the right-hand side of the image, features a bearded man wearing a cloak. The figure is mostly black, gray, and white with geometric sections of saturated and faded color that bleed into the background. The artist's name, "Bill Maceyra" is featured above the first painting.artist/creator Maceyra, Billsubject Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Artists Galleries People - Ethnic Groups - Hispanics Social Life And Customs - Fairs And Exhibitions Arts And Crafts - Paintings Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Maceyra, Vartolome (Bill) Exhibitscontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Woman Showing a Book to a Group
title Woman Showing a Book to a Groupdescription Photograph of a woman holding a book up to show a group of four seated women. The woman with the book, which says "Mexico" on the cover, is standing on the right-hand side of the image. She is facing the other women on her right and laughing. The other women, who are all looking at her and smiling, are all dressed in colorful outfits. There is a large wooden shelving unit behind the women that holds only a television. Next to the shelving unit on the right-hand side of the image there is a desk with a white machine on it. There is another television on a cart behind the standing woman. A box that is full of spiral-bound books is resting on a surface in the foreground.artist/creator Unknownsubject Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Classrooms Women Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Books Education Places - Mexico Televisionscontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Three People Standing Around a Drawing Exhibit
title Three People Standing Around a Drawing Exhibitdescription Photograph of two men and one woman standing together in a group in front of an exhibition of charcoal drawings. The woman, who is standing in the middle, is wearing a red skirt, a black top, and a red and black beaded necklace. The man standing to her right wearing a blue and white striped shirt and gray trousers. The man standing to her left is wearing a gray suit coat, blue shirt, black trousers, and a patterned tie. There are seven framed charcoal drawings visible along the wall, which spans the entire image. Each drawing has a white mat around it and an information card to the right of the frame.artist/creator Unknownsubject Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Charcoal Drawings People - Ethnic Groups - Hispanics Social Life And Customs - Fairs And Exhibitions Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Frames Exhibits Arts And Crafts - Drawingscontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Boy Looking at a Sculpture in a Glass Case
title Boy Looking at a Sculpture in a Glass Casedescription Photograph of a Hispanic boy bending over with his hands on his knees to look at an abstract stone sculpture. The boy, who is standing on the right-hand side of the image, is wearing a striped shirt and blue trousers with a belt. The stone sculpture is enclosed in a glass case and rested on a brown painted podium. There is a yellowed newspaper and a photograph next to it. People are visible in the background.artist/creator Unknownsubject Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Social Life And Customs - Fairs And Exhibitions People - Ethnic Groups - Hispanics Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Stones Arts And Crafts - Sculptures Exhibits Casescontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Man Holding up a Decorative Plate
title Man Holding up a Decorative Platedescription Photograph of a man holding up a colorful decorative ceramic plate that reads, "Cinco de Mayo 2000 Taste of Mexico Mexic-Arte Museum". The plate has a decorative border that consists of chile peppers, greenery, and yellow and brown flowers. The man, who is standing in front of a microphone, is looking out to the right of the image. He is wearing a suit and is standing in front of a painting of a figure on the wall in the background.artist/creator Unknownsubject Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Ceramics Presentations Social Life And Customs - Fairs And Exhibitions People - Ethnic Groups - Hispanics Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Plates Speakers Arts And Craftscontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Group of People Standing Together and Holding a Drawing
title Group of People Standing Together and Holding a Drawingdescription Photograph of a group of three men and three women standing together in a group and facing the camera. The three people who are standing in the middle are holding a three-paneled folder with a colorful picture of three Hispanic figures in the middle. A few of the people are smiling at the camera, and the man in the middle is looking off to the left. There is a large painting on the wall in the background that is slightly visible behind the group of people.artist/creator Unknownsubject Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Folders People - Ethnic Groups - Hispanics Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Exhibits Arts And Craftscontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Pamphlet: Noche de Fiesta Navideña
title Pamphlet: Noche de Fiesta Navideñadescription Pamphlet presenting the Noche de Fiesta Navideña celebration at the Mexic-Arte Museum. There front cover features an abstract angel illustration that surrounds the date, time, and location of the celebration. The inside front cover contains sponsor information. The pamphlet includes an itinerary of the event and information about the museum, holiday traditions, and a silent auction. There is also a list of the Board of Directors and staff of the museum and a calendar of events. There are pages throughout the pamphlet that are dedicated to explaining certain Mexican holiday traditions, including poinsettias, luminarias, piñatas, posadas, and nativity scenes.artist/creator Unknownsubject Noche De Fiesta Navideña Social Life And Customs - Customs - Holidays - Christmas Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. Auctions Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Social Life And Customs - Customs - Partiescontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Costumes at Day of the Dead Parade
title Costumes at Day of the Dead Paradedescription Photograph of a parade presented by the Mexic-Arte Museum in Austin, Texas on the Day of the Dead. A man, center, wears a skeleton costume, white wig, and mask in orange, yellow, and red colors. A women, left, wears a white dress and skeleton makeup. Her hair is painted white. A child and adult male in casual dress stand off to the right side.artist/creator Mexic-Arte Museum (Austin, Tex.)subject Events All Souls' Day -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Exhibitions Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. Social Life And Customs - Fairs And Exhibitions Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrationscontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Day of the Dead Parade
title Day of the Dead Paradedescription Photograph of a parade presented by the Mexic-Arte Museum in Austin, Texas on the Day of the Dead. A statue of a skeleton riding a donkey skeleton is pushed down the street. The skeleton wears a straw hat and holds a long wooden rod in its right hand. The man who pushes the statue wears a straw hat and a white shirt with an image of a woman printed on it.artist/creator Mexic-Arte Museum (Austin, Tex.)subject Events All Souls' Day -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Exhibitions Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. Social Life And Customs - Fairs And Exhibitions Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrationscontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Parade Banner for Day of the Dead
title Parade Banner for Day of the Deaddescription Photograph of a parade presented by the Mexic-Arte Museum in Austin, Texas on the Day of the Dead. Individuals in costume hold up a large banner that reads: "Mexic-Arte Museum Presents Día de los Muertos Parade." The most visible individual, right, wears a colorful striped poncho and devil mask.artist/creator Mexic-Arte Museum (Austin, Tex.)subject Events All Souls' Day -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Exhibitions Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. Social Life And Customs - Fairs And Exhibitions Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrationscontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Day of the Dead Parade Banner
title Day of the Dead Parade Bannerdescription Photograph of a parade presented by the Mexic-Arte Museum in Austin, Texas on the Day of the Dead. Individuals in costume hold up a large banner that reads: "Mexic-Arte Museum Presents Día de los Muertos Parade." Six individuals wear black clothing and black and white face paint. A man, left, wears a skeleton mask, lilac dress shirt, gray vest, and gray trousers. A woman, right, wears a red skirt with white ruffles, a blue blouse with floral embroidery, and a floppy white hat with lace trimming. Farthest to the right walks a man who wears black and white horizontal stripes. Black and white horns are attached to his head. His face is painted in the same style.artist/creator Mexic-Arte Museum (Austin, Tex.)subject Events All Souls' Day -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Exhibitions Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. Social Life And Customs - Fairs And Exhibitions Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrationscontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Performance Before Parade
title Performance Before Paradedescription Photograph of a performance before the Day of the Dead parade presented by the Mexic-Arte Museum in Austin, Texas on November 3rd, 2000. An audience watches a group of people dressed as skeletons as they dance.artist/creator Mexic-Arte Museum (Austin, Tex.)subject Events All Souls' Day -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Exhibitions Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. Social Life And Customs - Fairs And Exhibitions Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrationscontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Patrons in Costume
title Patrons in Costumedescription Photograph of seven individuals at the Mexic-Arte Museum's Day of the Dead celebration on November 3rd, 2000. All wear black and white skeleton face paint. Four individuals wear hats; several wear fringed shawls. A man at the back of the group wears a beige suit with white embroidery.artist/creator Mexic-Arte Museum (Austin, Tex.)subject Events All Souls' Day -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Exhibitions Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. Social Life And Customs - Fairs And Exhibitions Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrationscontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Children's Arts and Crafts
title Children's Arts and Craftsdescription Photograph of a children's arts and crafts event at the Mexic-Arte Museum's Day of the Dead celebration on November 3rd, 2000. Children sit and stand at a table on which crayons and coloring pages of skeletons are arranged. Four of the children have white paint on their faces. An adult woman stands near the group.artist/creator Mexic-Arte Museum (Austin, Tex.)subject Events All Souls' Day -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Exhibitions Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. Social Life And Customs - Fairs And Exhibitions Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrationscontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Interactive Exhibit
title Interactive Exhibitdescription Photograph of children and an interactive exhibit at the Mexic-Arte Museum's Day of the Dead celebration on November 3rd, 2000. A statue of a skeleton sits atop a statue of a donkey skeleton. The skeleton wears a straw hat and holds a long wooden stick in its right hand. The statues are mounted to a wheeled stand which is pushed by two children. A child and adult woman look on.artist/creator Mexic-Arte Museum (Austin, Tex.)subject Events All Souls' Day -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Exhibitions Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. Social Life And Customs - Fairs And Exhibitions Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrationscontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
People Wearing Costumes at Day of the Dead Celebration
title People Wearing Costumes at Day of the Dead Celebrationdescription Photograph of a family dressed in costume at the Day of the Dead celebration held by the Mexic-Arte Museum in Austin, Texas. A man, left, wears a black robe and fake bullet belts crossed at his chest. He also wears black and white face paint and a straw sombrero. He holds a fake handgun in his right hand. A woman to the right wears a blue skirt with lace tiers, a white blouse with colorful floral embroidery, and red ribbons in her hair. She holds a small child with her right arm. Her left arm brushes against the man's left shoulder. The child has a mustache painted above his upper lip.artist/creator Mexic-Arte Museum (Austin, Tex.)subject Events All Souls' Day -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Exhibitions Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. Social Life And Customs - Fairs And Exhibitions Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrationscontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Woman Preparing an Altar at Day of the Dead Celebration
title Woman Preparing an Altar at Day of the Dead Celebrationdescription Photograph of Sylvia Orozco and an unnamed man preparing an altar on the Day of the Dead. The celebration was held at the Mexic-Arte Museum in Austin, Texas on November 3rd, 2000. Yellow paper flowers are attached to pieces of string that hang from the ceiling to the altar. Orange flowers and refreshments for the dead are arranged on a table. Black and white drawings hang from the walls of the room.artist/creator Mexic-Arte Museum (Austin, Tex.)subject Events All Souls' Day -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Exhibitions Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. Social Life And Customs - Fairs And Exhibitions Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrationscontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Decorated Altar at Day of the Dead Celebration
title Decorated Altar at Day of the Dead Celebrationdescription Photograph of an altar on the Day of the Dead. The celebration was held at the Mexic-Arte Museum in Austin, Texas on November 3rd, 2000. Yellow paper flowers are attached to pieces of string that hang from the ceiling. Orange and white flowers are arranged on a table. People mill around the room and sit in folding chairs. Many wear traditional costumes. Black and white drawings hang from the walls of the room.artist/creator Mexic-Arte Museum (Austin, Tex.)subject Events All Souls' Day -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Exhibitions Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. Social Life And Customs - Fairs And Exhibitions Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrationscontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Children Viewing a Decorated Altar
title Children Viewing a Decorated Altardescription Photograph of children looking at an altar on the Day of the Dead. The celebration was held at the Mexic-Arte Museum in Austin, Texas on November 3rd, 2000. Paper flowers are attached to pieces of string that hang from the ceiling. Orange and white flowers are arranged on a table. Also on the flat surface are a bunch of bananas, pastries, candles, a vase of flowers, and a photograph of a unnamed male person. Black and white drawings hang from the walls of the room.artist/creator Mexic-Arte Museum (Austin, Tex.)subject Events All Souls' Day -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Exhibitions Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. Social Life And Customs - Fairs And Exhibitions Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrationscontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Altar with Flowers and Refreshments
title Altar with Flowers and Refreshmentsdescription Photograph of a woman leaning over to look at an altar on the Day of the Dead. The celebration was held at the Mexic-Arte Museum in Austin, Texas on November 3rd, 2000. Paper flowers are attached to pieces of string that hang from the ceiling. Orange and white flowers are arranged on a flat surface. Also on the flat surface are a bunch of bananas, pastries, candles, a vase of flowers, and a photograph of a unnamed male person. Against the wall behind the altar is a pink flowering plant. Black and white drawings hang from the wall.artist/creator Mexic-Arte Museum (Austin, Tex.)subject Events All Souls' Day -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Exhibitions Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. Social Life And Customs - Fairs And Exhibitions Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrationscontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Three Men Holding a Print of a Horse
title Three Men Holding a Print of a Horsedescription Photograph of three men holding a matted color print of a blue horse jumping over several large rocks that are jutting out of the ocean. The men are standing together in front of a blue wall which has another large painting on it on the right-hand side of the image. The men who, are all wearing suits, are all looking at each other and smiling.artist/creator Unknownsubject Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Artists Groups Portraits Social Life And Customs - Fairs And Exhibitions People - Ethnic Groups - Hispanics Arts And Crafts - Paintings Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Exhibitscontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Five People Standing in Front of a Painting of a Bull
title Five People Standing in Front of a Painting of a Bulldescription Photograph of two women and three men standing in front of a white wall that has a large painting of a bull on it. There is writing on the wall above the painting that reads, "Ikerkinesis". The five people are all smiling and facing the camera. The man on the far right-hand side of the photograph is holding a piece of paper.artist/creator Unknownsubject Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. People Groups Portraits Social Life And Customs - Fairs And Exhibitions Arts And Crafts - Paintings Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Exhibitscontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Postcard: Iker Larrauri: Ikerkinesis
title Postcard: Iker Larrauri: Ikerkinesisdescription Postcard for an exhibit at the Mexic-Arte Museum entitled "Ikerkinesis", which celebrates the art of Mexican artist Iker Larrauri. On one side of the flyer, two of Larrauri's drawings frame a short write-up about the artists' style and influences, as well as basic event information. The opposite side of the flyer features a copy of an original silkscreen print by Larrauri and some information about purchasing a copy of the print.artist/creator Unknownsubject Artists Architecture Landscape And Nature - Archaeology Gifts Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. Presentations People - Ethnic Groups - Hispanics Silkscreen Prints Arts And Crafts - Paintings Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Arts And Crafts - Sculpturescontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Día de los Muertos Parade
title Día de los Muertos Paradedescription Photograph of the Día de los Muertos parade held by the Mexic-Arte Museum in Austin, Texas. The parade occurred in downtown Austin on October 30th, 1999. Several children in the foreground wear masks and face makeup. Individuals hold up poles from which large paper mache puppets are balanced. One puppet, left, is a brown bird. The other puppet, right, is a skeleton wearing a red hat and blue vest.artist/creator Mexic-Arte Museum (Austin, Tex.)subject Events All Souls' Day -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Exhibitions Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. Social Life And Customs - Fairs And Exhibitions Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrationscontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Herlinda Zamora and Unnamed Person
title Herlinda Zamora and Unnamed Persondescription Photograph of the Día de los Muertos exhibition held at the Mexic-Arte Museum in Austin, Texas on October 30th, 1999. An unnamed woman stands on the left wearing a yellow mask, red ribbons in her hair, a black blouse, and long red skirt. Herlinda Zamora, right, wears blue high waisted trousers with white embroidery, a coordinating jacket, and white blouse. Colorful paintings are hung on a green wall behind them, most of which feature women. One painting features a cactus. Flowers, fruits, and candles decorate teal platforms on the floor.artist/creator Mexic-Arte Museum (Austin, Tex.)subject Events All Souls' Day -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Exhibitions Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. Social Life And Customs - Fairs And Exhibitions Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrationscontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Día de los Muertos Exhibition
title Día de los Muertos Exhibitiondescription Photograph of the Día de los Muertos exhibition held at the Mexic-Arte Museum in Austin, Texas on October 30th, 1999. Patrons mill around the exhibit. Many wear costumes and masks. Several carry beverages. Colorful platforms on the left are decorated with yellow and orange garlands. Black and white paintings are hung on one wall; colorful paintings are hung on the farthest wall, which is green.artist/creator Mexic-Arte Museum (Austin, Tex.)subject Events All Souls' Day -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Exhibitions Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. Social Life And Customs - Fairs And Exhibitions Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrationscontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Altar to Roy Lozano
title Altar to Roy Lozanodescription Photograph of an altar to Roy Lozano. The altar is tall and triangular, with many streamers and flowers adorning it. Oranges, lemons, bananas, cookies, and pretzels hand from expanses of string across the altar. A multicolored blanket covers a table within the altar, upon which are laid oranges and three bottles of amber liquid. Three Day of the Dead masks are attached to the top of the altar. On the ground, a layer of pinto and black beans create a symbol. Also on the ground is a basket of cookies and cured meats, as well as four vases of yellow and orange flowers. To the left of the basket is a black and white program. Behind the altar is a mural in maroon and white, which is largely hidden by the altar.artist/creator Mexic-Arte Museum (Austin, Tex.)subject Events All Souls' Day -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Festivals Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrationscontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Altar to Roy Lozano
title Altar to Roy Lozanodescription Photograph of an altar to Roy Lozano. A layer of dry pinto beans has been spread across a wooden floor, with a pattern of dry black beans partially visible on the left side of the photograph. A glass of water and some dried meat sit in front of a black and white photograph. The photograph depicts a mustachioed man wearing a white collared dress shirt. Behind the photograph sits a black urn. Next to the urn is a vase of yellow and orange flowers.artist/creator Mexic-Arte Museum (Austin, Tex.)subject Events All Souls' Day -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Festivals Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrationscontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Group Picture with Herlinda Zamora and Two Others
title Group Picture with Herlinda Zamora and Two Othersdescription Photograph of five people, including Herlinda Zamora, Juan Miguel Ramos, Sylvia Orozco and Jorge Sedeño. From left to right, there is Herlinda Zamora in a light colored shit and a blue skirt, Ramos in a green shirt and dark pants, an unnamed older woman in a blue blouse and light colored skirt, Orozco in a black dress and Sedeno in a grey button up shirt and dark pants. They are all standing in front of a title wall, but they are covering up much of the text on the wall.artist/creator Unknownsubject Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Orozco, Sylvia Zamora, Herlinda Ramos, Juan Miguel Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Sedeno, Jorgecontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Mari Ramirez in a Group
title Mari Ramirez in a Groupdescription Photograph of Mari Ramirez and Jorge Sedeño in group totaling six people. From left to right, there is a woman is a pale grey jacket and dress, there is a man in a dark grey suit and orange tie, there is a man in a black suit and red tie, there is a man in a black polo shirt and grey clacks, there is a woman in a black dress and lastly is Jorge Sedeño in an off-white suit jacket and black slacks. In the background, There is a doorway where other people can be seen. Above the doorway, it reads "Jack S. Blanton Museum of Art."artist/creator Unknownsubject Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Ramirez, Mari Sedeno, Jorge Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrationscontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Celebrating Día de los Muertos
title Celebrating Día de los Muertosdescription Photograph of a member of a mariachi band in motion to stand up from sitting. In the background, there is a man in a devil-like costume with a large head over his. Behind him there is a woman in a white dress and veil reaching out.artist/creator Unknownsubject Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Día De Los Muertos All Souls' Day -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Day Of The Deadcontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Día de los Muertos Celebrations
title Día de los Muertos Celebrationsdescription Photograph of a man, woman and a young girl leaning on a car. The rear of the car can be seen. There is art hanging on the walls in the background. Each person in the picture is wearing a green shirt.artist/creator Unknownsubject Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Cars Día De Los Muertos All Souls' Day -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Day Of The Deadcontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Día de los Muertos Celebrations
title Día de los Muertos Celebrationsdescription Photograph of a man in a suit standing next a woman dressed up in Día de los Muertos fashion. She has a long white dress on and a large, feathered hat and her face is made up to look like a sugar skull. In the foreground, members of a mariachi can be seenartist/creator Unknownsubject Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Día De Los Muertos All Souls' Day -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Day Of The Deadcontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Mariachi Band Performing
title Mariachi Band Performingdescription Photograph of a five-piece mariachi band, all playing a variety of stringed instruments. They are all men dressed in fanciful sombreros and traditional mariachi attire. Four of the performers are in tan versions of the outfit and one in a black version. There is a man in the background near a microphone stand.artist/creator Unknownsubject Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Día De Los Muertos Performances All Souls' Day -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Arts And Crafts - Music - Bands Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Mariachis Day Of The Deadcontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Working on a Station Wagon for Día de los Muertos
title Working on a Station Wagon for Día de los Muertosdescription Photograph of a person sitting on a chair at the rear bumper of a white station wagon. Most of the car can be seen in the picture and the man is cut off. There are newspapers scattered on the ground around him and a bucket next to him. Decorations for Día de los Muertos are hung from the ceiling.artist/creator Unknownsubject Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Día De Los Muertos All Souls' Day -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Vehicles Day Of The Deadcontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Prepping a Vehicle for Día de los Muertos Celebrations
title Prepping a Vehicle for Día de los Muertos Celebrationsdescription Photograph of a person sitting on a chair at the rear bumper of a white station wagon-like vehicle. He appears to be preparing the bumper for the Día de los Muertos celebrations. There are people behind him watching him as he works. The ground around him has newspapers scattered all around him.artist/creator Unknownsubject Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Día De Los Muertos All Souls' Day -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Day Of The Deadcontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Discussing Preparations for Celebrations
title Discussing Preparations for Celebrationsdescription Photograph of people preparing for Día de los Muertos Celebration celebrations at the Mexic-Arte Museum. There are a group of older women sitting along two tables containng supplies. There is a man kneeling at the head of the table chatting with the woman closest to him.artist/creator Unknownsubject Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Día De Los Muertos All Souls' Day -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Day Of The Deadcontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Art by Agustin Casasola
title Art by Agustin Casasoladescription Photograph of an art exhibition. This area features Agustin Casasola's photography from the Mexican Revolution. There are photographs hanging on the wall to the right and a display in a glass box to the left. The walls have red backdrops and the wall to the left has the title of the exhibition written on top of the red.artist/creator Casasola, Agustinsubject Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrationscontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Renovations to a Building
title Renovations to a Buildingdescription Photograph of renovations to a building. There are five people helping to pull up the carpet. Most of the carpet is piled up. There is a person scraping up the floor where the carpet had already been removed and there are large clumps of dirt and debris in that area. There is still carpet on the ground on the majority of the floor.artist/creator Unknownsubject Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrationscontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
People Pulling Up Carpet
title People Pulling Up Carpetdescription Photograph of people cleaning off the floor after the carpet in that area had been pulled up. In the background, areas of the floor still has carpet attached to it. There are large clumps of dirt and debris that the people have scraped off of the floor.artist/creator Unknownsubject Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrationscontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Group Posing Onstage
title Group Posing Onstagedescription Photograph of five people in light colored leotards posing against a backdrop with designs painted on it. Each person has their own individual pose.artist/creator Unknownsubject Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Performances Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrationscontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Mexic-Arte Multi-Cultural Works
title Mexic-Arte Multi-Cultural Worksdescription Pamphlet of information for the grand opening and fifth anniversary celebration. On the cover is an illustration of Mexic-Arte's new building. On the inside is information about to what Mexic-Arte is dedicated and the program for the celebration. On the back is a list of name to whom Mexic-Arte wanted to wish a special thanks.artist/creator Unknowncontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Postcard: Cinco de Mayo Celebration
title Postcard: Cinco de Mayo Celebrationdescription Postcard that advertises an event for Cinco de Mayo. On one side, artwork by Pio Pulido fills the paper. The phrase "5 May" is drawn in the middle of the paper. The art also features a snake, a person's profile and other items. On the flip side, there is mailing information.artist/creator Unknowncontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Couple in Day of the Dead Costumes
title Couple in Day of the Dead Costumesdescription Photograph of a man and woman in black Day of the Dead costumes. The woman is fanning out her dress and holding the man's hand. The man has a sombrero on and his leotard has a skeleton painted on it.artist/creator Unknownsubject Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Día De Los Muertos All Souls' Day -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Day Of The Deadcontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Group in Day of the Dead Outfits
title Group in Day of the Dead Outfitsdescription Photograph of a man to the far left facing to the right, a woman to the far right facing to the left and a woman in the middle. The man and the woman to the far right are puckering their lips and both have their faces painted like sugar skulls. The woman in the middle is dressed as the devil.artist/creator Unknownsubject Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Día De Los Muertos All Souls' Day -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Day Of The Deadcontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Día de los Muertos Celebrations
title Día de los Muertos Celebrationsdescription Photograph of three people carrying a coffin down the street. There are a few people walking behind them, one carrying a bundle of flowers. There are a few people in Día de los Muertos themed costumes and faces painted as sugar skulls.artist/creator Unknownsubject Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Día De Los Muertos All Souls' Day -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Day Of The Deadcontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Sculpture by Jose Luis
title Sculpture by Jose Luisdescription Photograph of a sculpture by Jose Luis that is set up for an art exhibition. Artworks can be seen in the background hanging on the wall. The sculpture appears to be an abstract interpretation of the human body. A face can clearly be seen on the top of the piece.artist/creator Luis, Josesubject Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Arts And Crafts - Sculptures Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrationscontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Young Girl Dancing
title Young Girl Dancingdescription Photograph of a girl in a native costume. The dress is black with bright and shiny embellishments such as flowers, and diamonds. The embellishments are pink, purple, yellow and other colors. The girl is holding together parts of the skirt of her dress as part of her dance.artist/creator Unknownsubject Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Performances Arts And Crafts - Dance Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrationscontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Patrons at a Day of the Dead Exhibition
title Patrons at a Day of the Dead Exhibitiondescription Photograph of patrons at an exhibition. There are three patrons to the center who are standing together and facing the camera. There is a man in the middle and a woman on either side of him. Behind them is a wall with that is painted brightly. To the left, there are people in another room. Some of whom have face paint on in the theme of Día de los Muertos.artist/creator Unknownsubject Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Día De Los Muertos Day Of The Dead Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrationscontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Patrons in Costume
title Patrons in Costumedescription Photograph of patrons at an exhibition. The patrons are dressed in Day of the Dead themed clothing or costumes for the Día de los Muertos exhibition. On the walls there are large Day of the Dead themed artworks that cover the walls. There are groups of people gathered in the room.artist/creator Unknownsubject Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Día De Los Muertos Arts And Crafts - Paintings Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Day Of The Deadcontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Malaquías Montoya and Sylvia Orozco
title Malaquías Montoya and Sylvia Orozcodescription Photograph of Malaquías Montoya with his right arm around Sylvia Orozco's shoulders. He is wearing a straw hat and beige button up shirt with a grey shirt underneath. She is wearing a black and white spotted blouse. In the background, two pieces of Montoya's artwork can be seen. They feature an image of a person. The artwork to the left is the face of a man while the piece to the left has the profile of a man or boy's face and torso.artist/creator Montoya, Malaquíassubject Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Orozco, Sylvia Arts And Crafts - Paintings Montoya, Malaquías Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrationscontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Malaquías Montoya at Work
title Malaquías Montoya at Workdescription Photograph of Malaquías Montoya in a white apron. He is standing by a tall rack that is filled with large prints. The rack's unused top shelves open in a way that allows items to be seen on the used shelves. In the background, a wooden version of this type of rack can be seen.artist/creator Unknownsubject Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Arts And Crafts - Paintings Montoya, Malaquías Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrationscontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Malaquías Montoya and Three Others
title Malaquías Montoya and Three Othersdescription Photograph of Malaquías Montoya with two men to his right. Montoya's left arm is around a woman's shoulders. Behind them, there is a white wall with three of Montoya's artworks hanging.artist/creator Montoya, Malaquíassubject Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Arts And Crafts - Paintings Montoya, Malaquías Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrationscontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Malaquías Montoya Standing by Artwork
title Malaquías Montoya Standing by Artworkdescription Photograph of Malaquías Montoya with his arms crossed. Behind him is one of his artworks that features the face of a man in mostly black and white colors. Montoya is wearing a straw hat, glasses and a beige button up shirt.artist/creator Unknownsubject Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Arts And Crafts - Paintings Montoya, Malaquías Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrationscontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Mayor Kirk Watson in a Group
title Mayor Kirk Watson in a Groupdescription Photograph of Mayor Kirk Watson in a group of people, one of whom is the City Manager of the city of Saltillo. Other people can be seen in the background. Also illuminated lamp posts can be seen in the background.artist/creator Unknownsubject Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Watson, Kirkcontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Group in Costume During Día de los Muertos Parade
title Group in Costume During Día de los Muertos Paradedescription Photograph of four individuals at the Mexic-Arte Museum's Día de los Muertos parade. All are dressed in colorful skeleton costumes and wear skeleton face makeup. Two individuals, left, wear sombreros. The photograph was taken at nighttime in downtown Austin.artist/creator Mexic-Arte Museum (Austin, Tex.)subject Día De Los Muertos Events Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. Social Life And Customs - Fairs And Exhibitions Parades Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Day Of The Deadcontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Group in Parade
title Group in Paradedescription Photograph of the Mexic-Arte Museum's Día de los Muertos parade. Five individuals dressed in colorful skeleton costumes walk down a street. Two wear sombreros. The photograph was taken at nighttime in downtown Austin.artist/creator Mexic-Arte Museum (Austin, Tex.)subject Día De Los Muertos Events Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. Social Life And Customs - Fairs And Exhibitions Parades Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Day Of The Deadcontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Group in Parade
title Group in Paradedescription Photograph of seven individuals in costume at the Mexic-Arte Museum's Día de los Muertos parade. Two individuals, center, are dressed as skeletons. The three leftmost individuals wear colorful skirts and shawls. Those standing farthest to the right are costumed as jungle cats. The photograph was taken at nighttime in downtown Austin.artist/creator Mexic-Arte Museum (Austin, Tex.)subject Día De Los Muertos Events Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. Social Life And Customs - Fairs And Exhibitions Parades Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Day Of The Deadcontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Parade in Motion
title Parade in Motiondescription Photograph of the Mexic-Arte Museum's Día de los Muertos parade. An individual dressed as a skeleton plays a drum as he or she walks. The individual wears a hat, scarf, and blazer. The photograph was taken at nighttime in downtown Austin.artist/creator Mexic-Arte Museum (Austin, Tex.)subject Día De Los Muertos Events Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. Social Life And Customs - Fairs And Exhibitions Parades Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Day Of The Deadcontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Young People in Día de los Muertos Parade
title Young People in Día de los Muertos Paradedescription Photograph of costumed individuals in the Mexic-Arte Museum's Día de los Muertos parade. A boy, left, wears a sombrero, skeleton face makeup, and a poncho. A woman, center, wears a gray and white poncho. Several others are visible but partially obscured by darkness. The photograph was taken at nighttime in downtown Austin.artist/creator Mexic-Arte Museum (Austin, Tex.)subject Día De Los Muertos Events Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. Social Life And Customs - Fairs And Exhibitions Parades Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Day Of The Deadcontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
People in Día de los Muertos Parade
title People in Día de los Muertos Paradedescription Photograph of two individuals in the Mexic-Arte Museum's Día de los Muertos parade. A man, left, wears a black robe and skeleton face makeup. A woman, right, wears white feathered wings, a feathered halo, and skeleton face makeup. The woman waves her right hand. The photograph was taken at nighttime in downtown Austin.artist/creator Mexic-Arte Museum (Austin, Tex.)subject Día De Los Muertos Events Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. Social Life And Customs - Fairs And Exhibitions Parades Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Day Of The Deadcontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Día de los Muertos Parade in Downtown Austin
title Día de los Muertos Parade in Downtown Austindescription Photograph of the Mexic-Arte Museum's Día de los Muertos parade. A parade banner, left, reads: "Mexic-Arte Museum, Día de los Muertos, Presented by Dell." A man, right, holds a pinata of an animal with his left hand. Streamers hang from the pinata. The man holds up a sword with his right hand. The photograph was taken at nighttime in downtown Austin.artist/creator Mexic-Arte Museum (Austin, Tex.)subject Día De Los Muertos Events Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. Social Life And Customs - Fairs And Exhibitions Parades Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Day Of The Deadcontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Parade Celebrating Día de los Muertos
title Parade Celebrating Día de los Muertosdescription Photograph of a man carrying a decorated red pinata shaped like a horse. The man, who is wearing a sombrero tied around his neck, is walking in a dark street and looking toward the lefthand side of the image. Buildings and parade participants are visible in the background.artist/creator Mexic-Arte Museum (Austin, Tex.)subject Día De Los Muertos Events Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. Social Life And Customs - Fairs And Exhibitions Parades Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Day Of The Deadcontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Applying Skeleton Makeup
title Applying Skeleton Makeupdescription Photograph of skeleton makeup being applied at the Mexic-Arte Museum's Día de los Muertos celebration. A man, right, applies black makeup to a woman's face. The photograph was taken at nighttime in downtown Austin.artist/creator Mexic-Arte Museum (Austin, Tex.)subject Día De Los Muertos Events All Souls' Day -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. Social Life And Customs - Fairs And Exhibitions Parades Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Day Of The Deadcontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Costumes in Parade
title Costumes in Paradedescription Photograph of four individuals costumed as skeletons at the Mexic-Arte Museum's Día de los Muertos parade. The costumes are very brightly colored. Two individuals, female, wear sombreros. One balances a hula hoop on her hip. The photograph was taken at nighttime in downtown Austin.artist/creator Mexic-Arte Museum (Austin, Tex.)subject Día De Los Muertos Events All Souls' Day -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. Social Life And Customs - Fairs And Exhibitions Parades Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Day Of The Deadcontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH) -
Art Demonstration During Día de los Muertos Celebration
title Art Demonstration During Día de los Muertos Celebrationdescription Photograph of an art demonstration at Mexic-Arte Museum's Día de los Muertos celebration. An individual who is mostly out of the frame holds up a piece of paper that has been dipped in paint to create a snake pattern. Two children look on. The photograph was taken at nighttime in downtown Austin.artist/creator Mexic-Arte Museum (Austin, Tex.)subject Día De Los Muertos Events All Souls' Day -- Texas -- Austin -- Photographs. Museum Exhibits -- Texas -- Austin. Social Life And Customs - Fairs And Exhibitions Parades Social Life And Customs - Customs - Celebrations Day Of The Deadcontributor Portal to Texas History (TPTH)