In Haitian culture, “Fetes des morts” is a time for honoring the ancestors with offerings of food and music. Not unlike Halloween, this holiday originates in the indigenous religion of “Vodou.” In most Western societies, “Vodou” is misunderstood and typically seen in a negative light; in actuality, it is a celebration of the history, religion and people of Haiti.

Guest programmed by Michelle Materre, Creatively Speaking

Taking place at METROGRAPH
No.7 Ludlow Street
New York NY 10002
http://metrograph.com/series/series/39/celebrating-haiti-day-of-the-dead-revisited

Above adapted from website.
Image from Kurious.