Santiago Aquismon, a Huasteca town, located in the State of San Luis Potosi. The village still maintains its language and to some degree its textile tradition. During the towns Saint Day celebration their Quechquemitl and embroidered bag were very much in use. During a baptism ceremony a unique "papoose" to carry kids was universally used. There are at least two active embroidery groups with over 150 embroiderers. Bob Freund 8/8/2004 For more information contact: info@mexicantextiles.com

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Tree lined street in Aquismon. 		Aquismon_h
Church steeple 		Aquismon_i
The surrounding area is tropical and especially during the rainy season 		Aquismon_j
The Eastern Sierra Madre 		Aquismon_m
Leaving the mass 		Aquismon_p
Traditionally dressed women at the mass.