A child passes through the altar exhibit during the annual festival Dia De Los Muertos at  MECA, 1900 Kane,  Saturday, Oct. 29, 2011, in Houston.  Dia de los Muertos or Day of the Dead is a traditional Latin American holiday that honors and celebrates the lives of family and friends who died. Traditionally held November 1 and 2,  the belief is that the dead return home, visit loved ones, and feast on their favorite foods.  The festival continues Sunday, October, 30 from 11 am to 6 pm.  The event features an altar exhibit,  foods, arts and crafts, music and dance performances, and a children's area with art and game activities. Photo: Melissa Phillip, Houston Chronicle / © 2011 Houston Chronicle
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