Hispanic Division Special Events

The Hispanic Division  and the Hispanic Cultural Society of the Library of Congress
present

R. Andrew Chesnut
Bishop Walter F. Sullivan Chair in Catholic Studies,
and Professor of Religious Studies, Virginia Commonwealth University

DEVOTED TO DEATH

"SANTA MUERTE,” THE SKELETON SAINT (Oxford University Press, 2012)

Even though her image dates back to the 19th century,‘Santa Muerte’ (Saint Death), has become, in the last decade, one of the most popular figures of Mexico’s folk culture. Many believe the ‘Bony Lady,’ (as she is affectionately called) to have supernatural powers, and her statuettes and paraphernalia now outsell those of the Virgin of Guadalupe. For those who revere her, she’s also come to play the role of supernatural healer, love doctor, money-maker, lawyer, and angel of death.

WEDNESDAY, February 22, 2012, Noon - 1:00  PM
Mary Pickford Theater. James Madison Building, 3rd Floor
Library of Congress - 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

R.S.V.P. to Catalina Gómez - (202) 707-6404/ cgom@loc.gov

Interpreting services (American Sign Language, Contact Signing, Oral and/or Tactile) will be provided if requested five business days in advance of the event.  Call (202) 707-6362 TTY, email ADA@loc.gov and voice to make a specific request.