Zócalo Blog
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...
Monarch Butterflies, Spirits of Día de Muertos
Each fall, as Día de Muertos approaches, millions of Monarch butterflies arrive in central Mexico. For many, this migration of butterflies is believed to carry the souls of ancestors returning to visit loved ones... Read More...
Meet the Artisan: The Legacy of Wixárika Beaded Art
The Wixárika (more commonly known as Huichol) people of Mexico are renowned for their vibrant beadwork, an art form known as chaquira art, from the...
Chac Mool, The controversial Mesoamerican image
In the heart of Mesoamerican history lies the mysterious figure of Chac Mool, a reclining statue that has captivated archaeologists, historians, an...
Scent of Love: The Totonac Leyend of How Vanilla Came to be
Although the celebration of Valentine's Day was a festivity imported from Europe and has no basis in Mexican culture, we have adopted this holiday ...
