BRONX, NY,  – Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead) is one of the most important and profound traditions within Mexican culture. This annual celebration serves as an homage to the dearly departed, providing families and communities with an opportunity to welcome back their ancestors in a display of honor and remembrance.

In observance of this rich cultural heritage, the Hostos Center for the Arts & Culture, in partnership with the Bronx Council on the Arts (BCA), invites the entire community to experience Camino a Mictlán (The Road to Mictlán). As the creative force behind this exhibit, NYC-based Mexican artist Daniel Valle combines authentic altars with grand sculptures and mesmerizing masks placed throughout the gallery, transforming it into a vibrant space filled with color and symbolism. Going even deeper, the artist creates "El Inframundo," a separate section dedicated to the underworld of Aztec mythology. Here, sculptures of pre-Hispanic deities beckon visitors to explore ancient Mexican spirituality.

 Camino a Mictlán opens on Wednesday, October 4th, with a reception from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. The exhibition will run through Friday, November 3rd, with viewing hours from Tuesday through Saturday, 12:00 to 6:00 PM For those seeking an even deeper connection to this tradition, two Public Art Events will take place on Wednesday, November 1st and Thursday, November 2nd. These events are free and open to all, providing an opportunity to celebrate the art of remembering those who have gone before us.

The Longwood Arts Gallery @ Hostos is conveniently located at Hostos Community College/CUNY, 450 Grand Concourse (off 149^th Street) in the Bronx. For more information and inquiries, please contact Hostos Center at (718) 518-4455 | www.hostoscenter.org or the Bronx Council on the Arts (BCA) at (718) 518-6728 | www.bronxarts.org