At the second Celebrating Indigenous Cultures event, Port Chester resident Xochitl Blanca (center) leads other members of Santa Cruz del Caminante, a group that aims to preserve indigenous Mexican culture, through a traditional Aztec dance at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Rye Brook on Sunday, Oct. 22. (David Tapia/Westmore News)
Armando Sedano of the Bronx carries the traditional drum he plays during performances. (David Tapia/Westmore News)
Teresa Vega, a descendant of Lenape, Taíno and other indigenous American peoples, speaks on the importance of recognizing the history of the Native Americans from the area and recalls her personal journey learning about her own roots. (David Tapia/Westmore News)
An example of an ofrenda, an offering made during Dia de Los Muertos. The small shrine usually includes photos of loved ones who have passed on as well as their favorite food. (David Tapia/Westmore News)
Reverend Jim O’Hanlon (left), pastor of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, and Congregation KTI Rabbi Ben Goldberg (right) pose with the Aztec dancers after their performance. (David Tapia/Westmore News)
Members of the Santa Cruz del Caminante explain the finer details of Dia de Los Muertos to Port Chester Trustee Joan Grangenois-Thomas (left). (David Tapia/Westmore News)
Port Chester Mayor Luis Marino tries his hand at one of the arts and crafts activities featured at the event. (David Tapia/Westmore News)
Second annual Celebrating Indigenous Cultures event sees dancers, speakers and crafts at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church
