TAJIMAL K'IN Exhibit - Festival of the Sun/La Fiesta del Sol
Thursday, June 4 at El Museo Latino, Omaha
A collective photography exhibition of the Festival of Tenejapa, Chiapas, by photographers Cristina Kahlo, Marcos García and Marco Girón. The works are a contemporary representation of the rituals, ceremonies, and offerings that combine the essence of Mayan culture. Exhibition Opening Reception on Friday 3/20 from 5-8pm Artist Panel Discussion on Friday 3/20 from 6:30pm-7:30pm.
What to expect
The exhibition centers on photography from the Festival of Tenejapa, Chiapas, presenting a visual record of ceremonial life, ritual practice, and offerings. El Museo Latino also notes an opening reception and artist panel discussion connected with the exhibition, adding context around the photographers and the cultural traditions represented in the work.
Why go
For visitors interested in visual arts, Mexican cultural traditions, and contemporary documentary photography, TAJIMAL K'IN offers a focused look at the Festival of the Sun through three distinct photographic perspectives. At El Museo Latino in Omaha, the exhibit connects local museum audiences with images rooted in Mayan cultural expression and the community of Tenejapa.