Mattie Rhodes Center’s Dia de Muertos Art Fills IKEA Merriam Gallery

Daisy Garcia Montoya Education Reporter Shoppers at IKEA Merriam have a first-hand opportunity to learn more about Mexican traditions and celebrations surrounding Dia de Muertos (Day of the Dead) through an art exhibit in partnership with Mattie Rhodes Center (MRC). This exhibit, Recuerdos y Sueños/Memories & Dreams, features artwork from local Kansas City artists inspired by Dia de Muertos, a traditional Mexican holiday celebrated Nov. 1-2, to honor and celebrate the lives of loved ones who have passed. MRC, which addresses community social barriers of health through programming, also uses art and storytelling as a way to further connect individuals and strengthen communities. Liz Gonzalez, local artist, content creator, and MRC volunteer since 2016, help lead the project and curate the exhibit for MRC. “This group of artists really has a love for the craft and truly shows up for their community and Mattie Rhodes in the form of representation,” Gonzalez said.

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