Children's Museum of Houston celebrates Mexican tradition with ballet folklórico, free books and festive activities

Sponsored by MASECA

WHAT: Las Posadas is a Mexican tradition surrounding the Christmas story of Mary and Joseph in search of refuge (or “posada”) in Bethlehem. Come to the Children's Museum of Houston to learn more about this celebration filled with exciting activities about Mexico’s culture, music, and family fun!

Our Las Posadas celebration is part of Seasons of Sharing, Houston’s only multicultural holiday exhibit for children spotlighting seven cultural celebrations, on display Nov. 14 through Jan. 10.

SPECIAL EVENTS:

MASECA Free Book Giveaway: Enjoy an array of bilingual books for you to take home, courtesy of MASECA.

Thursday, December 3: 5 p.m.

Las Américas Ballet Folklórico: Spotlight Performance. Watch traditional lively dances from México in celebration of Las Posadas.

Thursday, Dec. 3: 6:30 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 5: 2 p.m.

Musically Inventive: Invent wild and wacky ways to bring out your inner song! Use everyday materials to build your own musical instrument.

Tuesday, December 8: All Day

Wednesday, December 9: All Day

ON-GOING ACTIVITIES:

Cone Cup Piñata: Decorate your own piñata to hang for Las Posadas.

Foil Tree Ornament: Make a brightly colored foil ornament to hang on your tree to bring a taste of Las Posadas into your home.

Poinsettia: Make your own beautiful flower to remember the legend of the Poinsettia.

Sounds of the Holidays: Music and sound are an important part of Mexico’s holiday season. A series of hands-on experiments will give you an introduction to the ideas of sound and how it travels.

Toma Todo: Play a traditional Mexican game of chance with a twist.

MUSEUM HOURS: Tues. – Sat.: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Sun: Noon – 6 p.m.