Merida, Yucatan has a vibrant art and culture scene and we let you know about all the great art and cultural events in the city!
Surely if you visit Mexico during part of October or November, you can witness the traditions that are celebrated here in these months, two great celebrations take place on the days of October 31 to November 2, “Dia de Muertos” or “Day of the dead” and “Janal Pixán” are festivities with many similarities but also […]
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Friday July 28 We are excited to see the Merida, Yucatán has three official barrios mágicos: La Ermita, San Sebastián & Xcalachén Presented by Miguel Torruco Marqués, Secretary of Tourism of Mexico, the “Barrios Mágicos de México” program is a national tourism initiative designed to promote urban tourism in Mexico’s enchanting neighborhoods. This program complements
Three Official “Barrios Mágicos” in Merida: La Ermita, San Sebastián & Xcalachén Read More »
Thursday July 27 The Center for Olimpo Cultural in Merida presents a unique exhibition, “Puño, palma, pulso,” showcasing the sculptural work of renowned artist Gerda Gruber. This collection comprises a selection of her art created over the past two decades, reflecting her profound connection with nature and artistic evolution. A Symphony of Nature: Gerda Gruber’s
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June 14th 2023 Circulo 47 is an initiative by the city of Merida to help stimulate the growth of the small farms around the city. There are a variety of micro farmers in the surrounding villages of Merida and this program encourages the local restaurants, stores and consumers to buy local and support the local
Círculo 47: Promoting Agricultural Sustainability in Merida’s Surrounding Communities Read More »
April 13, 2024 Music is a universal language that transports us to different eras and places, and in Yucatán, the Yucatecan Trova is the musical charm that captivates locals and visitors alike. With its romantic melodies and poetic lyrics, the Yucatecan Trova is a fundamental part of the region’s cultural identity. Originating during the Porfiriato
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As you walk into Joseph Kurhajec’s Merida Museum of Fine Art, you enter a striking and powerful wonderland of mysterious and ancestral forces reflected in sculptures, etchings, paintings and carvings. His imagination dives into the depths of tribal fetish, cultural folklore, death, and the supernatural. It’s a dreamland of life’s enigma, the invisible line between
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The month of September has arrived and with it the patriotic atmosphere is in the air, but especially on September 15th, which is a historic and festive day for any Mexican. Colorful and striking decorations are placed on the main streets and squares of every major city, town or village, flags of all sizes are
What Happens in Merida for the “Grito” on September 15? Read More »
Yucatan Symphony Orchestra: Yucatan’s Cherished Cultural Heritage The Yucatan Symphony Orchestra, now officially recognized by the state of Yucatan as an entity of Cultural Heritage, has managed for more than a century to perform not only in Yucatan but also on grand stages of Mexico, with international artists such as Andrea Bocelli, Plácido Domingo, Juan
History in Music in Merida: The Yucatan Symphony Orchestra Read More »
Urban art in Yucatan led us to discover places with charm and a unique vibe that embellish the walls of various streets and buildings in the state. It is a delight to learn about great techniques of artistic expression that are presented freely, mainly in subdivisions and neighborhoods from Mérida to Progreso, Motul and Chicxulub
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By Stephanie Carmon This weekend I passed by artist Randy Shull’s newly inaugurated gallery tucked behind an unassuming historic facade on the Calle 56 in Centro. I went to see the new space and the grand exhibition of texture and colors intervened by weavings of the iconic Yucatecan hammocks. As Randy handed me a tequila
Artist Randy Shull’s Latest Exhibition: “Siesta” a Homage to Yucatan Read More »