Cambridge’s Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology celebrates Day of the Dead

The Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology in Cambridge is celebrating the Mexican Day of the Dead with an altar dedicated to the Mexican poet Octavio Paz.

The altar, which will be on display until Sunday (10 November), was created by the University of Cambridge Mexican Society, with some outside help.

Sarah-Jane Harknett, head of public engagement and learning at the museum, said: “We’re delighted to once again be hosting the Cambridge University Mexican Society’s Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) altar.

“While many festivals associate ghosts and spirits with fear and sorrow, the Day of the Dead is a vibrant and joyful celebration.”