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The National Museum of Mexican Art presents the annual Festival del Arte Popular (Folk Art Festival). Artisans from across Mexico gather for this celebration of Mexico’s one-of-a-kind arte popular. Each artist brings unique techniques and folk art, and all share an incomparable passion for Mexico's rich folk-art traditions. Meet some of Mexico's finest folk artists, watch live demonstrations, and get an early start on holiday shopping. Plus, join us for additional late-night hours on October 14th from 6:00-8:00 pm. Please note: On October 14th, the Festival del Arte will open to the public at 6:00 pm. The galleries will be open for viewing.
This year, meet:
- Daniel Paredes & Maria Fernanda Rosales Ruiz (Puebla), ceramic Day of the Dead figures, nicho boxes, and more
- Jacobo Ángeles Ojeda (Oaxaca), wood carvings
- Audias & Mariana Roldan (Guerrero), amate paintings
- Pedro Montaño Lorenzo (Oaxaca), foot pedal loom weaving
- Pascuala Vázquez Hernández (Chiapas), backstrap loom weaving
- Edith Orozco Segoviano (Guanajuato), gold-plated jewelry designer, and paper mache pieces
Scroll down to read more about the artesanos.
National Museum of Mexican Art members receive a 15% discount at the Festival del Arte Popular. Become a Member today.
