Museo del Barro y Casa de Cultura, Clay art museum in Metepec, Mexico
The Museo del Barro y Casa de Cultura is an art museum in Metepec focused on traditional Mexican pottery, displaying works by regional artists and master craftspeople from Estado de Mexico. The building houses a collection that documents the craftsmanship and artistic approaches practiced in this region for generations.
The museum was founded in 2012 to preserve and document the centuries-old pottery tradition of Metepec and surrounding regions. Its creation was a direct response to the need to protect this important craft heritage for the future.
The museum displays works from artists who have participated in the National Tree of Life Pottery Contest, an event that has drawn creators from across Mexico since 1992. Visitors can observe the different styles and techniques used in this long-standing artistic tradition.
The museum is easy to find on Avenida Estado de Mexico and welcomes visitors most days of the week. Admission is free, allowing you to explore the exhibitions at your own pace.
A special exhibit features a clay mural created by 82 local elementary school students, representing their personal connection to this art form. The work shows how this craft tradition continues to pass to new generations in the community today.
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