Skulls and skeletons are popping up in stores around Chicago, but they’re not your typical Halloween fare. Look closely and you’ll see them paired with colorful flowers, dressed as bride and groom, or made from sugar with intricate designs. These are representations of a popular celebration in Mexico and other parts of Latin America called Day of the Dead.
Unlike Halloween, Day of the Dead is not meant to be a sad or frightening holiday, but an uplifting time to remember loved ones who have died.
Unlike Halloween, Day of the Dead is not meant to be a sad or frightening holiday, but an uplifting time to remember loved ones who have died.
