folk festivals

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folk festivals

The Vigil of the Little Angels

Day of the Dead in Mexico
2001
Describes the ritual of the Little Angels' Vigil as observed by children in the area of Lake Patzcuaro in Michoacan, Mexico, as part of the Day of the Dead celebration. Presented in English and Spanish.

Folk pageants

1996
Introduces some of the many forms of folk pageants including the Native American powwow, rodeo, Renaissance fair, folk drama, parade with float contest, and quilt-makers festival.

The skeleton at the feast

the Day of the Dead in Mexico
1991
Explores the history and modern-day observances of the Day of the Dead in Mexico, a holiday celebrated in early November with feasting, cleaning and decorating graves, dancing, and making music.
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