Special Display: Día de Muertos Ofrenda, Oct. 27-Nov. 7

To celebrate Día de Muertos, the Rosenberg Library staff have created an ofrenda inspired by Mexican traditions. This year, the ofrenda is dedicated to the deceased friends and family of library staff. Our hope is to continue building this tradition in future years with participation from the Galveston community.

The ofrenda is located in the 2nd Floor Grand Hallway of the library outside the McCullough Room and will be viewable October 27-November 7, 2025.

What is Día de Muertos?

Día de Muertos is a Mexican holiday celebrating deceased loved ones. It is a day of connection, remembrance, and love. The holiday is rooted in Mexica (Aztec) and Catholic traditions and is usually celebrated on November 1 & 2. On these days, it is believed that the veil between the world of the living and the dead is thinner and that the dead can cross through to rejoin us in celebration.

What is an ofrenda?

An ofrenda is a type of altar for the deceased, welcoming them as honored guests. Ofrendas are often focused on a specific family, but can also be built for communities.

Special thanks to Multicultural Education and Counseling through the Arts (MECA) for educating Rosenberg Library staff on ofrendas. Check out more information on MECA at: https://www.meca-houston.org/.

For inquiries about this display, call 409.763.8854 Ext. 125 or email museum@rosenberg-library.org.