Viva Mexico- Heroes and Artisans

Event Location

When:	Sunday, February 28, 2010 12:00 PM - 01/02/2011 12:00 PM
Where:	1439 El Prado Mingei International Museum
What:	Heroes and Artisans, at Mingei International Museum in Balboa Park, celebrates the 200th anniversary of Mexican independence, the 100th of the Mexican revolution and the folk art that colorfully and vitally expresses the nation’s spirit! Just as the heroes of independence and the revolution were great artisans in crafting the nation’s constitution, laws and institutions, so are its many artisans also cultural heroes, vibrantly perpetuating Mexico’s historical memory and its distinctive, exuberant and vital artistic tradition. Organized around the three themes of SEARCH FOR IDENTITY, DAILY LIFE and RELIGION AND FESTIVITY, works in the exhibition express Mexico’s cultural diversity and are grouped as Independence, Revolution, The National Shield, The Sacred and Profane, Trees of Life, Pottery Vessels, Skeletons and Masks. Mingei International Museum exhibits folk art, craft and design from all eras and cultures of the world. Its two museums – in Balboa Park and downtown Escondido – feature Southern California’s largest and richest collection of mingei – art of the people. Admission: $7 for adults, $5 for seniors and $4 for students
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