Left: Members of Edinburg Parks and Rec. Folklorico Dance Team perform at the Museum of South Texas History around a traditional seven point star piñata.
La Pastorela / Shepherds’ Play: A Tradition Reborn took place on Saturday, Dec. 10, 2011. In colonial Mexico, the seven point star piñata was introduced by Spanish missionaries to signify the seven deadly sins and is still an important part of the Christmas holiday. Breaking the piñata is symbolic of overcoming temptation by the Devil while being blindfold symbolizes blind faith. The piñata is on display throughout December in MOSTHistory’s Grand Lobby.
Regular museum admission applies. FRIENDS of the Museum are admitted free as a benefit of FRIENDships. For information on becoming a FRIEND of the Museum, call 956.383.6911 or visit www.mosthistory.org. The Museum of South Texas History is located at 200 North Closner Boulevard on the Hidalgo County Courthouse square in downtown Edinburg.