Research Guides: Dia De Muertos: Creating an Ofrenda

Smithsonian Latino Center (SLC)
Online Exhibits from the Smithsonian Latino Center including, The Meaning of the Alter and Honoring our Ancestors.
The Meaning of the Alter
From the Smithsonian Latino Virtual Museum Day of the Dead/ Día de los Muertos, the meaning and creation of an ofrenda.

DIY Shoe Box Alter
Make a Dia de los muertos altar out of an old shoebox.
Día de Los Muertos: 13 Essentials To Build Your Own Altar
Tips and examples of items to including in an ofrenda.
The Good Life: How To Create A Beautiful Día De Los Muertos Ofrenda At Home
Information about Da de Muertos and creating your own ofrenda.
Mami Talks Free Papel Picado Templates
Instructions and templates for papel picado.
How to Make Paper Marigolds
How to make tissue paper marigolds for the Day of the Dead.

Dia De Muertos