Celebrate Día de los Muertos in Fort Madison! Join us Sunday, November 1, for a special celebration of family, remembrance, music, and Mexican American heritage!

Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is a beautiful Mexican tradition that honors loved ones who have passed through colorful ofrendas, photographs, flowers, favorite foods, and cherished memories.

Latin American Club - LULAC 304 | 1424 36th St., Fort Madison

Noon: Doors open! Families are invited to bring or create an ofrenda (altar) honoring loved ones.

2 PM: Historian and author Dr. Alejandro Benavides shares the fascinating history of Fort Madison’s Mexican Village, the railroad families who built a community here, and the traditions that kept their heritage alive.

Historical Dioramas: Explore detailed miniature scenes depicting the original Mexican railroad settlement and housing of the Santa Fe Railway workers and their families.

Live Music: Enjoy performances by RJ Hernandez, Andrea Hernandez-Mendez, Dominic Martinez, and Greyson Garcia, whose family roots connect to the Village’s earliest residents.

This is more than a celebration. It’s an opportunity to discover an important chapter of Fort Madison’s history while honoring the people and traditions that continue to shape our community.

All families are welcome!