Zócalo Blog
What We Wear When We Celebrate: Clothing of Mexico Independence Day
When Mexico’s Independence Day arrives, clothing becomes another beautiful way to celebrate culture, heritage, and national pride... read more...
The Hummingbird: A Small Messenger Carrying Great Meaning
The hummingbird has long been seen throughout Mexico and the Americas as a messenger, guide, and symbol of resilience... Read More...
La Piñata: Celebration, Color, and Tradition
The piñata is one of Mexico’s most beloved symbols of celebration, bringing together color, creativity, and community...Read More...
Pochote: The Thorned Guardian Tree of Life Rooted in México’s Memory
A tree rooted in resilience and memory, the pochote carries deep meaning across México’s landscapes and cultures... Read more...
The Tlacololeros of Guerrero
In Guerrero, the Tlacololeros continue to bring this relationship into the present. What begins with the work of preparing the land and planting... Read more...
Mictēcacihuātl: The Goddess of the Underworld
Discover the story of Mictēcacihuātl, the Mexica “Lady of the Dead,” who ruled over Mictlán and watched over the bones of the dead... Read More...
