Seasonal shows in Patzcuaro: “Sweetcorn in the Purépecha Region”

Some days ago, we had the occasion to visit the Museum of Art and Indigenous Industries in Patzcuaro, located just a couple blocks from Hotel Mansión Iturbe.  We wanted to see “Sweetcorn in the Purépecha Region: Food, Religion, and Work.” 



Sweetcorn in the Purépecha Región at the Museum in Patzcuaro

It’s an interesting exposition that shows the history of sweetcorn – a plant of tremendous importance that is a part of our civilization, and a history that goes back nine thousand years.


Exposition at the Museum in Patzcuaro

The show, presented in a very entertaining manner, was a series of graphics, photographs, and objects made with sweetcorn.



The Altar to San Isidro Labrador at the Exposition in Pátzcuaro

The history of sweetcorn

 

We learned that certain soil types are necessary for a successful crop; that there are different varieties of sweetcorn in the region, and perhaps most interesting of all, the wide diversity of dishes that can be prepared using this plant.

Sweetcorn the main element in the prehispanic Purépecha Kitchen

Sweetcorn was the main element of the prehispanic Purépecha kitchen for untold generations.  It was used to become the traditional Michoacan comestibles:  tortillas, pozole, atole, corundas, and uchepos.

Learn more about the importnace of sweetcorn

Pasta de caña (stem of the corn), originated by the Purépecha in the region of Lake Pátzcuaro, was used to create the lightest figures and images known to the world.

The importance of sweetcorn during the Candlemass celebration in Mexico
 

Candlemass celebration in Mexico at Pátzcuaro Lake Region

 

In the course of those days, there were also several different workshops to show children the importance of sweetcorn in our culture.



Mexican Folk Art at the Sweetcorn in the Purépecha Región Exposition

The Museum staff cordially attended to us during the show.  The show ends December 8.  Don’t miss it!

Exposition in Patzcuaro about the history of sweetcorn

 

The importance of corn in the Mexican Cuisine

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 We invite you to check more articles in our blog, you will find useful information for your next trip to Pátzcuaro, here are some post that we suggest you:

Plant Exchange in Pátzcuaro

December 8th: A very significant day of celebration in Pátzcuaro

The Legend of the Fuente del Torito in Patzcuaro (Fountain of the Little Bull)

 

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