Jerécuaro

History

The origin of this community is pre-Hispanic, but was subjected to the Spanish Crown evangelized by the Indian chief Nicolas San Luis Montañés. Its legal foundation dates from 1572, under the administration of Bishop Fray Juan Medina Rincón, who erected the parish along the lines of what was done elsewhere Father Vasco de Quiroga. It was called San Miguel Jerécuaro in a file consisting of 1852 we realize that the municipality had that name. Jerécuaro, meaning “Place like home”. In 1910, at the time of the Revolution, the city was the seat of several revolutionary groups and federal troops of the Diaz government. In 1928, at the time of the Cristero uprising, was stationed an infantry battalion of the federal army, in a building located on the street that carries the name of Fray Angel Juárez. In the contours of the population many battles were staged. The city of Jerécuaro and Guadalupe Sanctuary at El Calvario (Calvary).

In 1910 , at the time of the Revolution, the city was the seat of several revolutionary groups and federal troops of the Diaz’s government. In 1928, at the time of the Cristero uprising, was stationed an infantry battalion of the federal army, in a building located on the street that carries the name of Fray Angel Juárez. In the contours of the population many battles were staged.

Important figures of the municipality

Jose Aguilar and Maya, (1897-1966)- Politician and governor of Guanajuato Benjamin Mendez Aguilar- Political José Guadalupe Martínez Correa (1959-1998)- Biologist and former professor of younger generations Benita Alcántar Carrillo - Forming educational institutions in the town Felipe Torres Patiño- A leading specialist in Medical Oncology Gabino Gonzales Soto (1911-1987)- First music teacher and promoter of local wind bands Jorge Hernández Muñoz, (1925-1995)- Composer and music teacher Joseph Pisan and Ledezma, (1890-1963)- Lawyer and politician Daniel Rico Patiño- Artist and painter Maria Gonzalez Martinez- The municipal inspector Raymundo Cornejo Lopez- Composer and music teacher

15 and 16 September

As in much of our national territory, Jerécuaro the traditional of “ Independencia”(Independence Day) also known as “El Grito de Dolores”,is carried out on the balcony of the town hall , like the kermes (Carnaval) installed and fireworks are burned. The next day, the 16th, a parade is done by schools of different educational levels through the streets of the town. The streets are packed with people, all cheering and screaming,“Viva Mexico”, “Viva Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla”, “Viva la Independencia”.

September 23

Held since 1994, the founding of Jerécuaro , although recently created this celebration , a parade takes place to commemorate this occasion.

September 29

It celebrates “The Patron Saint of Jerécuaro”, San Miguel Archangel, the fair with rides, rodeos, Mexican dishes, Eucharistic celebrations and dances installed. Jerecuarenses attend these parties living in other parts of the country.

November 27

Jerecuarenses celebrate when the first rock was placed on the dam. The made this dam to provide irrigation to their crops. It is traditional for people to go with your family and friends to eat around the dam. Among the traditional dishes that are eaten are tamales de ceniza (tamales of ash), and roasted pork meat with red chile.

December 12 to 15

It celebrates The Virgin of Guadalupe, starts with happy birthday on the 12th, for the festivities the fair with rides, rodeos, Mexican dishes, Eucharistic celebrations and dances installed. A special mass is given before all the events. The mass takes place at “ El Calvario”. The festival culminates on the 15th with the Coronation of the Virgin in the Sanctuary of Calvary.