DAY OF THE DEAD

DURING DÍA DE MUERTOS (NOVEMBER 1-2), TRADITION HOLDS THAT THE CONNECTION BETWEEN THE SPIRIT AND LIVING WORLDS WEAKENS, ALLOWING A REUNION WITH PASSED LOVED ONES. HERE ARE SIX PLACES TO CELEBRATE.

- SAMANTHA LEAL

INDIANAPOLIS

EITELJORG MUSEUM

For nearly a month, the Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art displays ofrendas or altars-honoring passed family and friends. (Technically, an ofrenda is an offering on the altar to honor and call to the spirits of family members and friends, but the term often refers to the whole altar.) The event is a partnership between the museum and Arte Mexicano en Indiana. Visit any time to see the altars, or come October 26 for a public celebration. eiteljorg.org

WHEN TO GO

October 7-November 2

DES MOINES

DES MOINES ART CENTER