Footwear Museum "The Borcegui", Historical footwear museum in Centro Histórico, Cuauhtémoc, Mexico.
The Borcegui is a museum with over 2000 pairs of shoes arranged chronologically to show how footwear design has evolved through different periods. The collection spans from early handcraft traditions to modern manufacturing methods.
This establishment began in 1865 as Mexico's first shoemaking factory before later transforming into an educational center focused on preserving footwear history. The shift reflects a move from active production to preservation and teaching.
The collection shows traditional Mexican footwear designs alongside international pieces, revealing how different regions developed their own styles and manufacturing approaches. You can observe the craftsmanship and choices that shaped footwear across various cultures.
The museum is located on the second floor of Bolivar 27 and is open Tuesday through Sunday. Guided tours are available to help you understand the chronologically arranged collection.
The collection includes Neil Armstrong's lunar boots and basketball shoes in size 14 and 1/2 from Magic Johnson as remarkable pieces. These famous items show how the museum extends beyond Mexican footwear history.
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