Descanso Eterno Altar
Close up of side view of altar.
Altar was designed by Monica Perez and Joan Zamora. This altar is dedicated to our family, friends, and the people who have died in the last two years. Each of the four sides are devoted to a specific group. One side is dedicated to the inocentes or the innocent children who have died at an early age. These souls are typically celebrated on November 1st, a day before día de los muertos. Side two is assigned to our ancestors. Side three is set aside to the religious/ Catholic aspects of the Day of the Dead. The front/ main side consists of the main offering of fruit and flowers to our dearly departed. A path of flowers on the floor leads the spirits to this offering. The skulls represent the people who have passed and who are receiving offerings at the altar. The arch represents the entry into the world of the dead. The color gold dominates the altar to represent eternity. Hence, why the altar is entitled Descanso Eterno.