La Capilla del Hombre, Art museum in Bellavista neighborhood, Quito, Ecuador
The angular concrete structure rises above Quito, displaying large-scale murals and paintings that document human experiences throughout Latin American history.
Construction of the museum started in 1995 under Oswaldo Guayasamin's direction and reached completion in 2002, three years after the artist's death.
The exhibition spaces present artworks that examine social justice themes and historical events through the perspective of indigenous Latin American communities.
Guided tours in English, French, and Spanish provide detailed explanations of the artworks and access to both the chapel and the adjacent Guayasamin house museum.
The building incorporates natural light through strategic openings, creating shifting illumination patterns that interact with the monumental paintings throughout the day.
Location: Quito
Inception: 2000
Official opening: 2002
Address: Calle Mariano Calvache E18-94 y Lorenzo Chávez, Barrio Bellavista 170504 170504
Phone: +593994986674
Website: http://capilladelhombre.com
GPS coordinates: -0.19080,-78.46950
Latest update: May 11, 2025 10:37
Explore the incredible avant-garde art scene in South America, with a focus on hidden gems lesser-known to most tourists.
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