Day of the Dead

November 1st 2008 - Day of the Dead is an annual event recognized by the Art Museum of Myrtle Beach. Traditional Mexican customs are celebrated and members of the community are encouraged not only to watch and learn, but participate as well.

A fiesta would not be complete without some pinata smashing.....

Ladies dancing......

All ages encouraged to join in......

Such a colorful display of culture......

Dancers move in rythm to tradition......

From jewelry to scupture making, the museum certainly did not miss a thing....

Jess as Frida Khalo (2nd place in the Frida look-a-like contest!)

For more information about the museum please visit their website: http://www.myrtlebeachartmuseum.org/