This Is The Most Whimsical Store In New Mexico And You’ll Absolutely Love It
The culture in New Mexico is often bright, fun, and totally imaginative. This store in Nob Hill is by far the most whimsical, colorful, and extravagant, while forcing you to remain insightful to the culture it represents. Get ready to shop for hours, this whimsical store is an ode to one of Mexico’s most important celebrations, and they’re celebrating all year long.
El Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a special celebration in Mexico where the living celebrate and remember those who have passed. Most would think this is a sad event, but it's often a beautiful and joyous ritual.
Masks Y Mas celebrates El Día de los Muertos all year long! Throughout the store you'll find many figurines and artworks that are an ode to the Mexican celebration.
Elaine Lewis is an artist who shows her work at Masks Y Mas and has been doing bonehead art for over 10 years. She says that her skull art is extravagantly joyous, and brings out her inner child.
There's so much to see at this whimsical store that you can spend a whole day here. It's wildly imaginative and the staff is sure to be a delight. Federico (Kiko) Torres owns Mask Y Mas and brings a delight to the store.
E Jamar is a published writer based in Milwaukee, WI. Despite being a Midwesterner at heart, you can often find them trekking throughout the states and discovering new hidden gems. When they're not traveling, you can find them discussing disability issues, cuddling their pug puppy, and checking out new local spots.