VIDEO: Day of the Dead exhibit, Rise of the Jack-O'-Lanterns
The Mexican holiday Dia de Los Muertos is achieving epic popularity, beyond the Latino culture. The theme is to celebrate life and death, and you can learn more about it at MOLAA in Long Beach. And you'll be in awe by the jack-o'-lantern display we found at Descanso Gardens, called The Rise.
MUSEUM OF LATIN AMERICAN ART / DAY OF THE DEAD EXHIBIT
Celebrate the Day of the Dead (Dia de los Muertos) at the Museum of Latin American Art with altar-making, special performances and more, now through November 2.
Make sure to like our sister show Vista L.A. on Facebook for more local Dia de los Muertos celebrations.
DESCANSO GARDENS - THE RISE OF THE JACK-O'-LANTERNS
The Rise is on at Descanso Gardens in La Canada Flintridge through November 2. Get more information on the exhibit at www.descansogardens.org and get tickets online at www.therise.org.
Here are some tips from the master carvers at The Rise when carving your jack-o'-lanterns at home:
- First, find a pumpkin with a longer stem that is green. The wider the stem, the thicker the pumpkin's skin.
- You can keep your jack-o'-lantern alive longer without mold by spraying it with an antibacterial spray, or by using a mild bleach solution to soak the pumpkin. Another way to do it is to treat it like potter's clay, take a wet towel with a little antibacterial solution on it and leave it overnight to keep the pumpkin hydrated.
