September 14, 2011
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

The Modern Shop Celebrates Dia de los Muertos, October 4 through November 6

Fort Worth, Texas—The Modern Shop at the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth will celebrate Mexico’s Dia de los Muertos October 4 through November 6, 2011.

The Day of the Dead honors the lives of those who have died through folk art, food, and festivals. A traditional ofrenda (commemorative altar) will be on display in the Museum lobby adjacent to The Modern Shop. The altar will be decorated with offerings for the returning souls of loved ones, including figurines by Mexican artist Saulo Moreno from the Museum’s collection, and personal memorabilia and belongings. Visitors will enjoy pan de los muertos (bread of the dead) and traditional cempasúchil (marigold) garlands while they shop for decorations, gifts, and jewelry inspired by the day of remembrance.

Visiting The Modern Shop (and Museum lobby) is always free. Parking is available in the Museum lot free of charge. Complimentary gift wrap is available for all purchases.

LOCATION
Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth
3200 Darnell Street
Fort Worth, Texas 76107
Telephone 817.738.9215
Toll-Free 1.866.824.5566
Fax 817.735.1161
www.themodern.org

Museum Gallery Hours
Tue 10 am–7 pm (Sep-Nov)
Wed-Sun 10 am–5 pm
Fri 10 am–8 pm

General Admission Prices (includes special exhibition)
$4 for students with ID and seniors (60+)
$10 for adults ($13+)
Free for children 12 and under
Free for Modern members
Free every Wednesday and the first Sunday of every month

CAFÉ MODERN
Lunch
Tue-Fri 11 am-2:30 pm
Brunch
Sat-Sun10 am-3 pm
Dinner
Fri 5-10 pm
Coffee, snacks, and dessert
10 am-4:30 pm

The Museum is closed Monday and holidays including New Year’s Day, Independence Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas.