El Arte Popular Mexicano: Folk Art of Mexico

Event Details

Start Time:

Aug 31 2007 - 2:00pm
End Time:

Sep 2 2007 - 4:00pm
Venue: 
Holland Area Arts Council

The rich history of Mexico is alive in its folk art. Included are works that reflect the blending of Spanish and Indigenous cultures, such retablos, ex-votos and the colorful masks used in traditional dances. Striking bead work and yarn painting by Huichol Indians and contemporary expressions such as Mata Ortiz ceramics and Oaxacan wood carving are also featured.

Exhibit Hours:

Friday, August 31, 2-9pm
Saturday, September 1, 9am-3pm
Sunday, September 2, Noon-4pm