Religion in 16th Century Mexico: Aztec & Catholic Beliefs and Practices

Come explore the development of religion as transferred from Spain to what has become Mexico at a time when both were organized through devotion to family and community. Claassen will share how these two cultures melded from Zacatecas to Oaxaca.

Cheryl Claassen earned her Ph.D. at Harvard and is now a research professor of anthropology at Appalachian State University. She focuses on the symbolism of art and culture.