Oaxaca in the US – Oaxaca en Estados Unidos

The colors... the details... the magical places... the flavor and aroma... expressions that keep the richness of Oaxaca and that transcend beyond borders. 

Don't miss Oaxaca Month in the United States from October 29 to November 20; an event that celebrates the art, culture, and traditions of the state of Oaxaca in the route of economic reactivation and cultural promotion, which will bring more Oaxaca to the world and more of the world to Oaxaca.

MCI Policy: By attending these events on the MCI premises, you acknowledge that an inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists and you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19. All visitors ages 2 and older are required to wear a face mask at all times unless they are actively eating or drinking. At its discretion, the MCI may take your temperature upon arrival, or ask for proof of vaccination. 

PROGRAMMING:

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TRADITIONAL DAY OF THE DEAD ALTAR
OCTOBER 29 TO NOVEMBER 20. Free admission. Tickets are not required 

This year's piece finds its inspiration in the traditional Day of the Dead altars in Oaxaca. It is made up of several different levels, each carefully placed as ofrendas, or offerings to welcome back the souls of our loved ones who have passed away. Altars are often decorated, among other things, with cempasúchil (marigold) flowers, bread, seasonal fruit, mole dishes, mezcal, or any other kind of beverage our lost loved one used to enjoy in life. This work of art by Carlos Guzmán includes chocolate, mole, salt, slacked lime, flowers, mezcal, and pieces carefully crafted by Oaxacan hands in an attempt to show their work to the world with an avant-garde -yet timeless- altar rendering for the Day of the Dead.

Special event: #OpenHouse on Saturday, October 30 and Tuesday, November 2, from 10:00AM to 6:00PM. Free admission. Tickets are not required.

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OAXACAN CONTEMPORARY CREATORS: MONTES, JIMÉNEZ AND GUISU
OCTOBER 29 TO NOVEMBER 20. Free admission. Tickets are not required 

Oaxaca is going through an exciting new period thanks to a new generation of artists who revitalize the environment in the field of plastic arts and other cultural products. Oaxaca has become the emerging point and generator of contemporary art that all artists and curators are keeping an eye on. Our state is a cultural ecosystem that has an effect on the expressions of contemporary Oaxacan creators such as Amador Montes, Bayrol Jiménez, and Sabino Guisu. The three artists independently and with their own histories emancipate their aspirations and represent themselves as transcendent artists. 

Monday-Friday: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Saturday: 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Sunday: Closed
 

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HECHO EN OAXACA
OCTOBER 29 TO NOVEMBER 20. Free admission. Tickets are not required 

Oaxaca creates a great variety of artisanal and agro-industrial products of the finest quality, which are making their way in international markets. In order to strengthen these companies and in search of new markets, the State Government through the Ministry of Economic Development created the “Hecho en Oaxaca” certification brand, to guarantee the quality and geographical origin of the products made in Oaxaca. This brand seeks to recognize and give added value to Oaxacan products, so today, Oaxaca has a new tool to grow and develop the standard of living of artisan and producer families.

 
Monday-Friday: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Saturday: 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Sunday: Closed 

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TASTING EXPERIENCE: MEZCAL OF OAXACA. REVIEW OF THE AREA AND APPELLATION OF ORIGIN
OCTOBER 29, 18:30 HRS. Limited space. Registration required - SOLD OUT

Presenters: Juan Pablo Guzmán Cobián, Minister of Economic Affairs of Oaxaca and Julián Luna, Mezcal Cordón Cerrado.

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TASTING EXPERIENCE: OAXACA COFFEE SECTOR: APPELLATION OF ORIGIN CAFÉ PLUMA.
NOVEMBER 1, 18:30 HRS. Limited space. Registration required - SOLD OUT 

Presenters: Juan Pablo Guzmán Cobián, Minister of Economic Affairs of Oaxaca and Rodolfo Consuegra. 

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TASTING EXPERIENCE: GEOGRAPHICAL INDICATIONS OF OAXACA. ALEBRIJES, BLACK CLAY, WOOL RUGS FROM TEOTITLÁN DEL VALLE AND SILK FROM SAN PEDRO CAJONOS.
NOVEMBER 3, 18:30 HRS. Limited space. Registration required - SOLD OUT

Presenters: Juan Pablo Guzmán Cobián, Minister of Economic Affairs of Oaxaca. 

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TASTING EXPERIENCE: OAXACAN GASTRONOMY AND ITS CONTRIBUTION TO OAXACA'S ECONOMY
NOVEMBER 4, 18:30 HRS. Limited space. Registration required - SOLD OUT

Presenters: Juan Pablo Guzmán Cobián, Minister of Economic Affairs of Oaxaca and Carina Santiago, Traditional Cook. 

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PROGRAMA EN ESPAÑOL:

Parking: Metered parking down 16th street but no parking available on-premises.

Closest Metro: Columbia Heights Metro Station is approximately 9 minutes from the Mexican Cultural Institute.