Recap of 23rd Annual LA Day of the Dead daytime at Hollywood Forever.

 Recap of 23rd Annual Day of the Dead Celebration daytime at Hollywood Forever.

 (WestHollywoodToday.blogspot, November 1 2022)

 By Karen Ostlund    
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Ceremonial Procession 11AM at Hollywood Forever.

Last Saturday, October 29th, the 23rd annual Day of the Dead celebration took place at Hollywood Forever Cemetery. For decades, the cemetery became a place to honor those who passed away in its annual celebration of the Día de los Muertos, “LA Day of the Dead”. 

                                                                                     

UNAM exhibit, honoring the spirits of Mayahuel by artist Lore Eckelberry.

This centennial festival is full of rich symbolism, the altars are covered with traditional gifts, food, and significant items from loved ones. Those who are no longer with us are remembered through prayers, storytelling and music.
                                                                            

The event was divided into two segments, a daytime celebration with family activities where presenters Anabel Muñoz and Eric Resendiz - here on stage with costume finalists.

Among the novelties that this celebration brought, was the first successful presentation of the new stage dedicated to children called "Calaveritas", which we are sure will impact culture and education for the new generations of Angelenos and their visitors.

Inspiraciones de Danza Mexicana male dancers.

The dancers paid tribute to great personalities such as María Sabina, leading the community altar ceremonies to the Maguey goddess, "Mayahüel", which was this year's theme. 

The black and white art exhibit of the Oaxacan, Sabino Guisu, altar-competition, dance-groups and UNAM art by Lore Eckelberry gave a full day of  festivities to thousands of attendees.
                                                                              

 The television star Tamron Hall presented the award for the "Best Day of the Dead Costume".

 
In early 2022, Hollywood Forever was designated a "Historic-Cultural Monument" by the Los Angeles City Council, following a unanimous recommendation from the city's Cultural Heritage Commission.
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                     Spectacular altars at Hollywood Forever Cemetery during LA Day of The Dead:

                                                                                    

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ALTAR 19