Día de muertos at the Queens Museum
The “Día de los Muertos: Raíces y Tradición” event at the Queens Museum on November 9, 2024 was a vibrant celebration of Mexican cultural heritage. A highlight was wrestling with the legend El Conquistador, who offered a show full of emotion and tribute to the spirit of Mexican wrestling.
Donation from the World Boxing Council (WBC)
As part of the celebration, the World Boxing Council (WBC) donated a special belt to the Queens Museum. This gesture recognizes the cultural importance of Day of the Dead and strengthens the ties between the museum and the boxing community, uniting respect for the sport and cultural heritage into a single meaningful piece.
Culture, Heritage and Shared Resilience
The donation of the WBC belt symbolizes unity, heritage and strength. The Day of the Dead is a profound tribute to Mexican identity, connecting generations through memory. This donation to the museum perpetuates the values of resistance and pride, which both boxing and Mexican traditions represent, creating a lasting cultural legacy.
