Estanquillo Museum, Art museum in Historic Center, Mexico
The Estanquillo Museum displays more than 10,000 pieces including prints, paintings, sculptures, miniatures, photographs, scores, and historical documents from Mexican creators.
The museum occupies the La Esmeralda building from 1890 and contains the collection of writer Carlos Monsiváis, who dedicated his life to gathering Mexican cultural items.
The permanent exhibition features works by notable Mexican artists like José Guadalupe Posada, Julio Ruelas, and Manuel Álvarez Bravo, representing Mexico City life through different periods.
Located at Isabel la Católica 26 in Centro, the museum opens Wednesday through Monday from 10:00 to 18:00, offering free admission to all visitors.
The rooftop cafeteria provides panoramic views of Mexico City's Historic Center while visitors enjoy refreshments after exploring the art collections.
Location: Cuauhtémoc
Address: Isabel La Católica 26, Centro Histórico de la Cdad. de México, Centro, Cuauhtémoc, 06000 Ciudad de México, CDMX
Phone: +525555213052
Website: http://museodelestanquillo.cdmx.gob.mx
GPS coordinates: 19.43327,-99.13616
Latest update: March 8, 2025 18:54
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