Day Of The Dead Celebration Steeped In Tradition

DENVER (CBS4)- The Day of the Dead celebrations begin after Halloween.

The ritual dates back more than 3,000 years and is celebrated in Mexico and certain parts of the United States.

The Museo de las Americas is hosting their Day of the Dead, or Día de los Muertos, celebrations on Thursday and Friday.

"We are teaching our children that life and death are equality, they walk together hand in hand. So that is the importance of celebrating Day of the Dead," said Museo de las Americas Executive Director Maruca Salazar. "We celebrate our ancestors and we celebrate life."

CBS4 Critic at Large Greg Moody wanted to learn more about the traditions surrounding the holiday. So he headed to the museum in the Santa Fe Art District for the details. Watch his report below.

The Museo de las Americas is located at 861 Santa Fe Drive in Denver.

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