Jacobo Borges Museum

The Jacobo Borges Museum is an art museum in Caracas located within Ali Primera Park in the city's western area. The collections focus on Venezuelan artists and use spacious gallery rooms to display works ranging from contemporary to historical pieces.

The museum was founded in 1993 as the Museum of the West and received its current name in 1995 in recognition of its growing importance. The name change marked its development into a major cultural institution in the city.

The museum displays works by Caracas artists and blends contemporary and traditional Venezuelan art forms in its exhibitions. The spaces reflect the artistic identity of the western city and invite visitors to discover local creative expressions.

The museum is open to visitors from Tuesday through Sunday and offers gallery rooms to explore plus regular programs and activities. Its location in Ali Primera Park makes a visit also a chance to walk through green spaces in the western part of the city.

The museum operates as an ecomuseum with anthropological approaches and offers art classes to residents of the Catia neighborhood. This approach links artistic education directly with the needs of the local community.

Location: Caracas

GPS coordinates: 10.51461,-66.93811

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:23