Alhóndiga de Granaditas Regional Museum, History museum in Guanajuato, Mexico
Alhóndiga de Granaditas Regional Museum is a history museum in Guanajuato, Guanajuato, Mexico. The stone structure shows neoclassical features with thick walls, wide staircases, and exhibition halls distributed across multiple levels.
The building was completed in 1798 as a royal grain warehouse and served to secure the food supply for the region. In 1810 it became the site of a decisive battle during the Mexican War of Independence.
The building takes its name from the Spanish word for public granary, and locals still refer to it with that term. Exhibition rooms span several floors, with one section focused on pre-Hispanic pottery and colonial artworks that reflect the region's long trading history.
The museum opens from Tuesday to Sunday, and guided tours in Spanish or English can be arranged. The rooms are spread across several floors, so visitors should allow time to explore the full route.
Three large murals by José Chávez Morado decorate the main staircase and depict scenes related to the abolition of slavery. The paintings were created in the mid-20th century and link regional history with social themes.
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