The Maude Kerns Art Center celebrates the 33rd annual Día de los Muertos Exhibit in 2026 with artwork, community altars, and a special Day of the Dead Gift Shop. The exhibit opens October 16th and runs through November 6th.

Over the years, many of our fellow community members have partnered with us to bring their altars into our gallery space for us all to learn about this important Mexican holiday.
Our thanks to all who participate and share their loved ones they honor.

The Mexican Day of the Dead celebration acknowledges the link between the communities of the living and the dead. The holiday blends the ancient harvest rituals of the Aztec god of death and the Roman Catholic holidays of All Souls and All Saints days. On November 1 and 2, the dead are thought to return to partake in the activities of the living. Holiday activities include the creation of altars that welcome deceased loved ones.

Please click the links below to explore activities and more information about the history, customs, and crafts relating to the Día de los Muertos holiday.

Please visit the following websites for more Día de los Muertos activities and happenings in the Eugene/Springfield community.